Usually, the body’s immune system is ready to defend your body against anything foreign that can cause illness. But if a person is dealing with multiple sclerosis, better known by the initials MS, then that same immune system will actually damage and destroy the protective insulation that surrounds the body’s nerve cells in the brain…
Menopause can be a dirty word to some women, but it is something women have been dealing with since the beginning of time, and it doesn’t have to be a scary or painful experience. While there are many negative stereotypes surrounding it, what does menopause mean for a woman? Menopause is the time in a…
Lately, smoothies are in endless varieties and forms. However, to accurately ascertain what combination of ingredients produces best results remain an enigma. There is an assorted combination of nuts and seeds, fruits and vegetables to superfoods and powders, just to mention a few. Nevertheless, what you intend to achieve with the delicious medicinal smoothies remain…
Insomnia is a very common sleep disorder characterized by being unable to fall asleep, unable to stay asleep, or a combination of both. Individuals with insomnia will either have extremely poor-quality sleep, or not even get enough at all. As a result, they don’t feel refreshed when they wake. This condition can be short term-…
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition involving the hand and arm. It is characterized by tingling and numbness in the hand and arm and results from a pinched nerve in the wrist. There are several different factors that can contribute to this condition, including: Anatomy of your wrist Underlying health conditions Patterns of hand usage…
If you have chronic knee pain, then you know just how much this pain can affect everyday functioning, from getting up in the morning to playing with the kids and even just walking to get the mail. For the millions of people who suffer from knee pain, it can be overwhelming enough to deal with…
Irritable bowel syndrome, also called IBS, is a very common disorder affecting the large intestine. Common symptoms of IBS include: Cramping Bloating Diarrhea Abdominal pain Constipation Gas This is a chronic condition that there is no cure for- you will need to manage your symptoms over the long term. Even though the signs and symptoms…
Anxiety occurring every now and then is part of life. If presented with a problem at work, you may feel a bit anxious about finding a solution. When you’re about to take a test, you may be a little anxious about how well you will do. If you’re being presented with an important decision, you…
Interstitial Cystitis, also known as IC, is a condition that results in discomfort and/or pain in the bladder and pelvic area. The symptoms often vary from one person to the next and may even vary in various occurrences in the same individual. Individuals experience a range of symptoms from mild discomfort to intense pain in…
Osteoarthritis Explained The term arthritis is a very general term that simply refers to inflammation in the joints. The term osteoarthritis, also referred to as wear and tear arthritis, is the most common form of this disorder. It can occur on nearly any joint in the body and involved a breakdown of the cartilage in…