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- GERD Help - Anti-Reflux Surgery An Alternative Cure for GERD - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonMillions of Americans are affected by gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Its painful recurrence sometimes affect the quality of life of the sufferer as it occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is not properly functioning. The food being digested along with some stomach acids ...
Views: 1122 - Removal of Kidney Stones - Naturally and Safely Pass Kidney Stones - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are different methods used for the removal of kidney stones, other than surgery. Generally, surgery should be the last resort for eliminating kidney stones. However, this is not always the case. Make sure you look into some of the alternatives for removing kidney stones before you agree to ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - High Blood Pressure Diet - Implementing An Effective Diet to Control Hypertension - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are three major contributing factors involved in the development of high blood pressure. These are stress, weight, and salt, which need to be addressed properly. Common as a mitigating factor to heart and blood vessel diseases, that constitute the leading causes of death in America. An ...
Views: 1253(2 votes) - High Blood Pressure Symptoms - The Common Symptoms To Watch out For - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonOf the millions of Americans suffering from high blood pressure, the condition goes undetected for lack of evident symptoms. Dubbed as the “silent killer”, the disorder will be discovered only if medical examination will be performed for a different health disorder. In worst cases, discovery ...
Views: 1127 - Kidney Stones Herbal Remedies - Understand These Alternative Treatments - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThis is a complete overview of kidney stones herbal remedies. Throughout this article you will find out who should use herbal remedies, what herbal remedies to use, when to use them, where they should be applied if they are topical remedies and why they should be used. Basically, by the end of ...
Views: 1171 - Gout Herbal Remedies - Natural Ways to Relieve Pain - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonGout is a type of arthritis, where one or two joints are usually affected at the same time especially the feet and the ankle. Nowadays, the use of gout herbal remedies is very popular because they provide relief to victims without the use of drug prescriptions. In addition, these natural ways ...
Views: 1516 - How to Treat Hemorrhoids at Home - 3 Steps You Can Do - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids are irritating and should be avoided if possible. Having them will result to painful, discomforting and embarrassing experience, which can lead to bleeding if not treated immediately. Good thing hemorrhoids can be easily treated at home so now you must learn how to treat hemorrhoids ...
Views: 1237 - How to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids Permanently - 3 Causes and 3 Ways to Avoid - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonAny person who has suffered the pain and discomfort would want to know how to get rid of hemorrhoids permanently. No one wants to experience such a painful and embarrassing condition ever again. To know how to get rid of hemorrhoids permanently you must first know how hemorrhoids ...
Views: 1304 - How to Treat Hemorrhoids with Witch Hazel - 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonOne herb known as a good remedy for hemorrhoids is Witch Hazel. This herb is the source of a particular astringent that has several medicinal purposes for acne and even swelling such as hemorrhoids. This is why several steps were developed on how to treat hemorrhoids with Witch Hazel. 1. ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - How to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids Fast - The Basic 4 Steps - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids can be really uncomfortable and downright painful for anyone who is afflicted by these condition. Bleeding could also occur due to too much pressure from fecal matter. However, any person experiences a painful condition, a very common one. This leads to several ways on how to get ...
Views: 1429(1 vote) - Treatment for Bleeding Hemorrhoids - 6 Ways to Stop Bleeding - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonBleeding hemorrhoids can be normal when the swollen tissues get bruised. There are also cases where severe bleeding occurs. Several treatment for bleeding hemorrhoids are available for the typical and severe types. 1. Hemorrhoid Creams Creams with hydrocortisone are the best hemorrhoid ...
Views: 1739 - Learn How to Shrink Hemorrhoids Quickly - 6 Ways for Fast Results - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids are basically blood vessels that have swollen commonly caused by too much strain from constipated stool. That is why one of the best methods to get rid of hemorrhoids is to shrink the swelling. There are several ways to shrink hemorrhoids quickly. 1. Ice Packs The first thing ...
Views: 15244 - Internal Hemorrhoids Home Treatment - 5 Home Treatments for Relief - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonInternal Hemorrhoids are not painful but are common to bleeding when stool bruises these swollen tissues when passing out of the body. This lack of physical discomfort is one of the reasons why individuals suffering from internal hemorrhoids usually take these for granted. This should not be the ...
Views: 4277 - Treatments for Bleeding Hemorrhoids - 3 Ways to Stop the Bleeding - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids, both internal and external, are perianal varicose veins. This means that hemorrhoids are blood vessels in the internal and external anal tissue that have swollen due to being over-strained by fecal matter that have less moisture than the normal or due to prolonged pressure on the ...
Views: 1573(1 vote) - Home Remedies for Hemorrhoids Pain - 4 Ways For Pain Relief - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonExternal hemorrhoids are painful as the area that have swollen are filled with nerve endings sending pulses to your brain like it is on fire. This pain is very uncomfortable and needs to be treated to prevent the hemorrhoid from getting worst. Good thing that there are home remedies for ...
Views: 1021(1 vote) - Hemorrhoids Natural Cure - Know These 4 Methods - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids have several known cures available. Natural healing is common while medicines are available when the healing process is taking too long. Aside from chemicals and surgeries there are also hemorrhoids natural cure you can use. 1. Fiber and Fluids for Softer and Smoother Feces The ...
Views: 1111(1 vote) - Fatty Liver Disease Treatment - What You Should Know - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver disease is a condition that nearly 20% of Americans suffer from. However, even though this is a common disease, many people, even some that have been diagnosed with it are unaware of the causes and fatty liver disease treatment options. Fatty liver disease is a fairly broad term that ...
Views: 923 - Cure for Bleeding Hemorrhoids - 3 Common Cures - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids start to bleed when too much strain is applied to them causing the swollen tissues to break. Internal hemorrhoids are the types that commonly bleed because of the feces that hit them during bowel movement but external hemorrhoids could also bleed. Cure for bleeding hemorrhoids are ...
Views: 1016 - Best Home Remedies for Hemorrhoids - 2 Remedies That Work - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonHemorrhoids are very uncomfortable conditions, but are very much avoidable. But for those who currently suffer from them, home remedies are available to help you deal with the condition. Currently there are two best home remedies for hemorrhoids. 1. The Ice Cold Treatment Itching, pain, ...
Views: 954 - Diet for Fatty Liver - What Can I Eat? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonAll too often people hear the term “diet” and they immediately think they have to eat food that has no flavor, consume mostly vegetables and no longer indulge in holiday festivities. Thankfully, just because you are on a diet for fatty liver you do not have to stop eating good food. You simply ...
Views: 1592(2 votes) - Reverse Fatty Liver - Can I Change My Diagnosis? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver is a condition that many people worldwide have been diagnosed with. On the same hand, the vast majority of those individuals have been able to successfully, reverse fatty liver progression by only making a few very important lifestyle and dietary modifications. Keep in mind, the ...
Views: 1158 - Fatty Deposits on Liver - Basic Information You Should Know - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver, or better known as “fatty liver disease” and “FLD,” is a condition that can be reversed, but is where large vacuoles of triglycerides fat accumulate in liver cells by a process called steatosis, or abnormal retention of the lipids within a cell. Even though fatty acids can be blamed ...
Views: 909(1 vote) - Reversing Fatty Liver and Regaining Health - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonOnce you begin to recognize the symptoms of fatty liver disease the damage has begun. Reversing fatty liver damage is not possible, however you can very well reduce further damage by seeking medical attention. You and your medical care provider will have to determine the cause for your fatty ...
Views: 1060 - Gout in Women Under 40 - What You Should Know - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThe proper functioning of our body is very much important in completing a certain task. Life can turn out to be miserable if one of its parts does not work well. Diseases may be one of the reasons why certain changes happen in our lives. Gout is a certain illness and considered one of the ...
Views: 1671 - Fatty Liver Homeopathy Cure - Why Is It a Better Alternative? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are different forms of alternative medicine that could be found in the market. A popular one is called homeopathy that utilizes highly diluted preparations. Homeopathy also works through stimulating your immune system. This is good news for people who are suffering from various ...
Views: 1513 - Fatty Liver Diet Guide - Know What's Good and Bad - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonA fatty liver grow due to a variety of factors. Obesity, pregnancy, too much intake of alcohol, and poor eating habits are just some of them. One of the liver’s functions is to break down the fats that are brought in from the stomach. However, problems occur when too much fat than it can ...
Views: 1125 - Fatty Liver Alternative Treatment - What Are the Best Choices? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver disease is caused by too much accumulation of fats in the liver cells wherein the liver could not catch up in breaking down the fats. If such disorder is not given the right attention and control, it could be fatal in the long run since it could lead to inflammation of the liver, ...
Views: 1101 - Urinary Tract Infection Recovery Time - How Long Will It Last? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonUrinary tract infection is one of the infections that are very common both in men and women. It is caused by bacteria particularly E. coli that enter the urinary tract, urethra and bladder. Pains that are unbearable and discomfort go along with urinary tract infection. These can hinder the ...
Views: 3706 - Home Remedies for UTI - 5 Most Common Methods - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonOne of the most common bacterial infections that affect any part of the urinary tract such as kidney and bladder is UTI. There are several determinants for urinary tract infection such as sexual activity, gender, genetics and other risk factors like diabetes, sickle-cell disease or anatomical ...
Views: 1007 - Fatty Liver Cure - Is There Really a Cure? - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonAlthough many people have been misled into believing there is a fatty liver cure, in reality there is not. However being diagnosed with this disease does not necessarily indicate a death sentence. Many individuals are able to keep their disease from progressing further and causing more damage to ...
Views: 892 - Fatty Liver and Milk Thistle - What Is the Connection - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonMost people are not health conscious for they are not careful on what they are eating. They eat and drink anything regardless if they are not good for the health. Each organ of the human body has its specific function and if something goes wrong, the body cannot operate normally as well. ...
Views: 1007 - Fatty Liver Remedy - Know the Cures For Its Cause - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver is a condition where fats that could not be broken down by the live build up in the liver cells. This is not something that should be ignored for it can lead to a more serious health problem like cirrhosis, cell death, inflammation of the liver, and fibrosis. Before finding any ...
Views: 977 - Can Fatty Liver Be Reversed? Learn the Proper Way - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonWhen it comes to the condition of the liver, everybody is concerned. Why? That’s because it is one of the organs of the body that has a lot of important functions. So, any malfunction may cause a lot of problems. It is also a sensitive part of the body that if damaged, can be the cause of one’s ...
Views: 995 - Treatment of Fatty Liver - It Could Be Easier Than You Think - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonAs with many medical conditions, you do have options and alternatives for treatment of fatty liver. Of course, the heaviest weighing factors in your course of treatment will be the root cause. However, in addition to the actual cause of the fatty liver, your medical care provider will need ...
Views: 865 - Fatty Liver Complications - Important Facts to Remember - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThe liver is one the most vital organs that support almost all other organs in the body. Primarily functioning for metabolism, other significant roles of the liver includes detoxification, protein synthesis, and biochemical production that especially aids during digestion through generating ...
Views: 1354 - Fatty Liver and Diet - Understanding the Relationship to Control FLD - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFatty liver, popularly known as FLD or fatty liver disease, is caused by too much accumulation of fats in the liver cells. If such disorder is not given the right attention and control, it could be fatal in the long run. The good news is that it could be treated and controlled through dietary ...
Views: 961(1 vote) - Immediate Gout Pain Relief - Top Remedies at Home - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are times that the body produces large amount of uric acid depending on the food we take in and discharge a little amount of it. This acid usually suspends in the blood. However, if these acids are not suspended and will shape into crystals that appear like needle and sharp in joints, it ...
Views: 1399 - Gout Swelling Treatment - Effective Tips - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonDiseases can be classified according to the body systems that they affect. Metabolic disease is one of the classifications that greatly affect health wellness. Examples of it are diabetes, hyperthyroidism, diabetes insipidus, SIADH, and gout. Gout is a disease wherein the sufferer experiences ...
Views: 1560 - Foods to Avoid for Urinary Tract Infection - 5 Types of Foods to Stay Away - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonUrinary tract infection or UTI is one the most common infections that anybody could have. Genetics is one the causative agents of UTI, so some people were unfortunately left with no choice. However, there is one best option to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and that would be through a ...
Views: 21060 - Kidney Stones Natural Treatment - 8 Remedies That Work - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonIf you are concerned with the side effects from taking medications to treat your kidney stones, you could look at one of the many kidney stones natural treatment options that are available all over the internet. Make sure you discuss your desire to use a natural remedy for your kidney stones ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Urinary Tract Infection Home Cure - 3 Methods to Ease Your Pain - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonUrinary tract infection or commonly known on its acronym as UTI is steadily affecting many people worldwide, thus it is considered as one of the most common bacterial infections that affect any part of the urinary tract such as kidney and bladder. There are several factors that could trigger ...
Views: 1101 - Natural Remedies for Urinary Tract Infection - 6 Popular Remedies - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonMost people are very hesitant to seek for medical advices because of financial consideration so they rather opt for the natural means of curing themselves. But this is not just the reason why most people preferred such methods. Natural treatments are safe and easy. One of the most common ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Urinary Tract Infection Treatment - What Options Are There? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonMany people do not realize that they have a choice in their course of treatment. However, you have a choice in what course of treatment you use, right down to urinary tract infection treatment. You do not have to take a prescription, unless you want to. Traditional urinary tract infection ...
Views: 1283 - How to Get Rid of UTI Without Medicine - Here Is What You Should Do - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonFace it, times are tough and money needs to go much further than it used to. Because of this, many people are looking for less expensive ways to treat their aliments including UTIs. We are going to help you learn how to get rid of UTI without medicine and without emptying your wallet. Doctors ...
Views: 3352 - Severe GERD Symptoms Most Common in Adults and Children - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the advanced stage of gastroesophageal reflux (GER), hence, more serious in nature. The latter is also called acid reflux due to the rising upwards of stomach acids and food to the esophagus. When there are more than two refluxes in a week, this will now ...
Views: 1082 - How to Manage GERD and Still Maintain an Enjoyable Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonGERD symptoms can be very painful and annoying. It can occur anytime and without any warning at the most unexpected places. What's even worse is that the chest pain experienced is similar to a heart attack, and it might even be a real heart attack. When one is afflicted with gastroesophageal ...
Views: 1113 - Acid Reflux Indigestion - How to Avoid the GERD Symptoms - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Alvin HopkinsonGastroesophageal reflux (GER) or acid reflux indigestion is caused by the failure of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) to seal the passageway of the stomach. Hence, stomach contents containing regurgitated food and acids leak out into the esophagus. If a leakage happens, the effects can reach ...
Views: 1210 - Gout Relief Diet - Your Diet Is Important to Prevent Gout Attacks - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonFood is very important for us to survive. We need them to have a healthy body and a sound mind. But if foods are taken in extreme amounts, they can cause imbalance leading to a disease and illness. Gout is a classic example of it. It is one of the types of arthritis resulting to higher ...
Views: 1298(1 vote) - Best Natural Gout Remedies - Treating Gout Attack - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonGout is a disease common to middle-aged men and women who have passed their menopausal stage. This goes with unbearable pain, inflammation of the joints and redness of the affected area. How does this gout form? If the body, specifically the blood contains a lot of uric acid that couldn’t be ...
Views: 1392 - Kidney Stones Removal Procedures - Your 4 Treatment Options - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Alvin HopkinsonNormally, doctors will talk about a number of medical measures often practiced for removing kidney stones especially to patients with severe cases. Each method differs a bit from the other, and a few can be performed at home. Healthcare providers, however, will recommend the suitable kidney ...
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