Tame heartburn naturally without pills
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More than 15 million Americans use a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors, or P.P.I’s to treat heartburn.
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Best tips for reducing and reversing varicose veins
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They can cause mild to moderate pain, blood clots, skin ulcers (sores), a heavy or aching feeling, a burning sensation or itching above the affected veins.
Read MoreCollagen Supplements: Fountain of youth or false hope?
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Can taking a collagen supplement really help reduce wrinkles, sagging and overall shallowness our skin may experience over the years?
Read More7 unexpected benefits of having a colonoscopy
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The main reminders and recommendations of undergoing this vital procedure is for screening of colon cancer.
Read MorePractical steps improving poor digestion
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Having a gut that works like a charm the majority if not all of the time, is one of life’s most valuable health assets.
Read MoreHave a pain in your side? It could be diverticular disease
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Diverticulosis is a condition in which small, bulging pouches (diverticula) form inside the lower part of the intestine, usually along weak spots in the wall of the colon.
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Shattering the top 8 heart health myths
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here are however, many misconceptions about heart disease and how it affects our health. Here are eight commonly held beliefs that it’s time to clear up the confusion over them:
Read MoreKnow the warning signs of appendicitis
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The most common signs and symptoms of appendicitis are:
Read MoreUnderstanding what a urethral stricture is
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The urethra has the job of allowing urine from the bladder to pass out of the body in both men and women. In men, this thin tube also has the important role of allowing ejaculation or semen to pass from a man’s body.
Read MoreGetting Rid of Anxiety
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Feeling anxious can make life uncomfortable. It can make your heart beat faster, fingers sweat, and breathing shallow and labored.
Read MoreWhat is Pharyngitis?
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Pharyngitis is caused by swelling in the back of the throat between the tonsils and the larynx. It most often occurs during cold and flu seasons when viral infections are prevalent. It usually spreads between people by breathing in bacteria or viruses that are spread in the air, or by touching surfaces or objects that have been exposed with germs.
Read MoreDiabetes and bladder problems
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Diabetes can cause certain urologic problems involving the bladder and urinary tract infections. There are four main ways that diabetes may cause problems controlling your bladder: obesity, nerve damage, having a weak immune system, and taking certain diabetes medications.
Read MoreEpilepsy and Seizures
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Epilepsy is a condition that is characterized by having seizures. It is estimated that about 1 in 26 people in the United States suffers from epilepsy. About ten percent of people may have an unprecedented seizure at some point in their life.
Read MoreHow the Heart Fails
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Heart failure is a condition that occurs when the heart is not pumping blood as effectively as it should. It is estimated that there are more than three million cases of heart failure each year in the United States.
Read MoreLearning About Autoimmune Disorders
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Multiple sclerosis: Symptoms of MS include weakness, trouble with balance and coordination, problems speaking and walking, paralysis, tremors, and numbness in the extremities. There are a number of medications that can help patients manage symptoms, treat flare-ups, modify the course of the MS, and improve function.
Read MoreUnderstanding Anemia
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nemia is a condition that occurs when a person does not have a sufficient amount of healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your tissues. The condition causes a person to feel very weak and fatigued. There are many types of anemia, all of which may be caused by different things. The most common cause of anemia is loss of blood. Having anemia may be temporary or long term. It may also range from mild to severe.
Read MoreChronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is often referred to as COPD. It is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs in the lungs. It causes the airflow from the lungs to become obstructed. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is often caused by smoking. People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have an increased risk of developing serious health conditions such as heart disease and lung cancer.
Read MoreLearning About Chronic Sinusitis
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hronic sinusitis is also known as chronic rhinosinusitis. It is a common condition that occurs when the cavities around the sinuses become swollen and inflamed. Chronic sinusitis disrupts the normal nasal drainage and causes an accumulation of mucus in the sinuses.
Read MoreLupus Affects Women More Than Men
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Lupus is a chronic, autoimmune disease that can cause damage to almost any part of the body. It occurs when the immune system attacks its own tissues and organs. The inflammation associated with lupus can affect all different parts of the body such as the kidneys, brain, heart, joints, lungs, and skin. Lupus may be mild to life-threatening.
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