Some of you know what a pain in the butt they are while others have no clue. Whether you struggle with hemorrhoids, get an occasional flare up or have never experienced this common ailment, read on. It’s Anal According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, “Hemorrhoids are veins in the rectum or anus that have become swollen and painful. Sometimes they go away by themselves, but in other cases they can cause lingering pain, itching, and bleeding…Hemorrhoids are a type of varicose vein that tends to occur as we get older; about 75% of...
read moreYou wake up in the morning, turn on the bathroom light, gaze in the mirror and it looks like you’ve just been in a prize fight. Under your eyes are unsightly puffy bags hanging there like a billboard advertising sleep medication. You have to be at work in an hour to present in front of the entire office and now you’re going to scare everyone . What can you do? These 8 quick fix natural remedies for bags under your eyes may help. Try one or more to rid yourself of these puffy intruders and learn how to avoid them in the future. Always check...
read moreIf you were able to follow Wise Workout Tips: Part I by shedding some pounds and maintaining a regimented cardio workout for at least 21 days, then you are ready for Wise Workout Tips: Part II. This is where weight training comes in and, depending on what you’re going for, it could be a journey with some impressive results. It is important to note that you stay in contact with your doctor during this workout (as well as Part I) so you can maintain a safe, effective path. Weight Training Choices Lifting weights comes in two formats, free...
read moreAll of a sudden your hand goes numb. You shake it out and the numbness goes away, however, over time, symptoms return and begin waking you up at night. Wrist, hand and finger tingling/pain are some of the signs of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a common condition in which the median nerve, a major sensory connector to the thumb and fingers, becomes impinged. CTS afflicts thousands of people per year. According to The National Center for Health Statistics, it is stated that, “…approximately 260,000 carpal tunnel release surgeries are performed...
read moreThere seems to be toxic residue in just about everything we eat these days and that is why it is even more important to be wary of your food choices. If you are a fan of seafood you may want to rethink some items on the menu as they may be carrying high amounts of heavy metals or other toxins which, over time, can wreak havoc on your system. In a study by Indian researchers published in The Open Nutraceuticals Journal (2010) titled, ‘The Effects of Toxic Metals On Human Health’, heavy metal detection is showing to be a serious health threat,...
read moreDementia is a broad term used not only for various brain dementia diseases (Frontotemporal, Vascular, Mixed or Dementia with Lewy Bodies) but also as a symptom associated with other brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, and more. Dementia presents in many ways showing symptoms such as slow memory loss, confusion, repetitive losing of items, poor judgment, speaking and writing challenges, balance issues and visual hallucinations. Dementia is becoming so prevalent that According to the Alzheimer’s Association,...
read moreJoint pain is a common ailment and often presents as either external or internal inflammation. Many people live with joint pain by enduring it or succumbing to medication. Under the right guidance however, one or more of these 10 anti-inflammatory herbs for joint support just might be able to naturally help. Directly using these herbs could offer a more whole-body embrace rather than trying to assimilate to a foreign substance. This is not to say that herbal remedies do not pose side effects as they can, but they are believed to be less...
read moreWhether you hit the gym like a hamster on a wheel, dabble a few times per week or get nervous just thinking about exercise, there may be a wise workout tip (or two) in here for you. Break out of your old routine or get off your beanbag and take a gander at a few alternatives which could do you better than you think you’re doing. However, if this is old news, pay it forward and tape it to someone’s refrigerator that just may benefit. Always check with your doctor before incorporating a diet and exercise change. The 21 Shed The key to looking...
read moreMales have a prostate, females do not. The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut, located between the penis and the bladder. The urethra, a tube that allows urine to flow out of the body, runs through the prostate gland. The prostate’s main function is to mix prostatic fluid with sperm creating the component called semen during ejaculation. Prostatic fluid nourishes and protects sperm from the acidic environment of the vagina. As men age, the prostate gland can grow in size. When this happens various symptoms may arise such as...
read moreAs hard as it may be to believe, sometimes it is the simple fixes that get us back on our feet, propping us up like no other. This may be the case for the basic formula of fresh lemon, raw honey and warm water daily. This combination may be a traditional go to for some people or a complete stranger to others yet when the results are in, reports stand in favor on many fronts. Honey This golden nectar is truly that of the gods. However, it is most beneficial in its raw state as many mainstream honey choices are pasteurized by high levels of...
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