Pain Free Living

Just as a mother has a choice who will deliver the baby, she also has some choice of where to deliver her baby. As in choosing a doctor or midwife, choosing the delivery site is a matter of personal style and obstetrical philosophy. One of the most important aspects of this decision is the degree […]

The central idea behind most medical advice concerning diet is that good health requires a low level of fats and cholesterol in the blood. Research studies have shown repeatedly that people with high cholesterol levels are most likely to suffer heart attacks, strokes, and other diseases of the blood vessels. The link with heart disease […]

Many times a doctor must give bad news and warnings to patients. Today, many good things have happened in the field of medicine. Before, doctors dreaded facing worried parents with a sick child-maybe the child had tuberculous meningitis;a severe case of ebola hemorrhagic fever; tetanus (lockjaw);a congenital heart problem (secundum atrial septal defect, a serious defect […]

Although pregnant women try to stay as healthy as they can throughout pregnancy, occasionally they will catch a cold or flu. In fact, women may be slightly more susceptible to infections during pregnancy, so common sense would dictate that they should avoid getting run down or exposing themselves unnecessarily to illness. If a mother has […]

Diet Doctors used to believe that sugary and fatty foods were major triggers for acne, but now research is showing that it is not the food itself, but rather the way it interacts with our systems causes problems such as acne. One reason why sugary and fatty foods can cause acne are that they overload […]

Birth is a natural process, which women and babies have evolved over millions of years. Both mother and baby are eminently suited to play out their parts in the process of fertilization, conception, gestation, labor and delivery. If a mother were asked to “design” a baby, “grow” it, and bring it forth from her body, […]

Something hurts – your belly, your head, your knee. A painless lump suddenly appears, or you bleed a little after sex. You’re worried. Is it okay to wait and see if the problem, will go away, or should you call your doctor? As a general rule, you should wait no more than two weeks, says […]

Many teenagers don’t really make a choice about alcohol. They let others tell them what to do. A friend at a party, an older brother or sister or someone they don’t even know might give them their first drink. Think about making your own choice about alcohol. You can learn the facts and get your […]

It begins with fatigue and aching bones. Soon the pain in the bones become severe. Extreme muscles weakness sets in. If the condition is left untreated, the patient becomes bedridden, with tiny fractures all through the body. Bones that were once strong, bracing structures like the steel girders of a skyscraper now resemble the ancient […]

Very few people drink enough alcohol in a short period of time to die. They usually vomit or pass out before they do. But many die slowly from too much alcohol over a long period of time. Some people cannot control the amount they drink. They are addicted to alcohol. When alcohol takes over and […]

What is it? Heavy or abnormal bleeding, also called dysfunctional uterine bleeding, leads to a fifth of all hysterectomies in the United States. What are the symptoms? To some women, it means very heavy periods, others have unpredictable bleeding throughout their cycles. In severe cases, it can lead to anemia. It is sometimes a sign […]

Fifty years ago heart attacks were eventually unknown in Asia-but common in Western countries. Then something bad happened! Western lifestyle and Western food “hopped” the Pacific. Gradually, Asians in all countries of the Orient-Philippines, Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Hongkong, you name it-began experiencing “Western” heart attacks, so that today there is virtually an […]

Organic food items have received lots of press in recent years. And, studies are showing that more and more people are insisting on organic fruits and vegetables, as well as hormone free meats. And though organic foods are still a bit more expensive than their counterparts, many people are finding that the price is well […]

Some young people don’t need to decide whether to drink. They already know they don’t want to try alcohol because of one or more of the following reasons: 1. A family member or friend has a problem with alcohol. Perhaps someone they know has lost their license to drive a car because of alcohol. Maybe […]

Skin cancer is something which can usually occur due to harmful effects of the sun. The Ultraviolet Rays from the sun cause more damage t our skins than we might know. Ne should be aware of the ways how skin cancer is formed. People who have to travel and face the sun daily for long […]

There is no need to pay for a face pack because you can prepare one right in your home with the day to day things which you use. Your face may have a tendency towards acne or it is too oily. What will you do now? It is quite simple. Just apply some masks that […]

With age, both genders get lines in and around their eyes, this lines are known as crows feet or famously called as laughing lines, though signs of ageing are a part of our life but with research and development in the field of science and technology, every people tend to delay those signs and not […]

Our bodies are meant to move, no matter what our age. When we are sedentary, we slowly losr muscle and and gain fat, setting the stage for diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure, and heart disease. We also lose bone mass, which can eventually develop into osteoporosis. But when we stay active, we counteract all […]

Long before automatic transmission, remote controls, and home delivery pizza, there was walking. People walked to to get somewhere and to do things – around their houses, land, and towns. Even if you don’t have to walk much in day-to-day activities, it’s a good thing to do anyway, a skill you don’t want to lose. […]

Walking for exercise is easy and convenient for most people, which makes excuses hard to come by. But if you haven’t exercised in years, you’ll want to underdo it at first. Ten minutes a day may be all you should do for the first week or so. Then, you can add about 10 percent more […]

Herbal facial gives the skin of your face such wonderful results that are very hard to get with artificial cosmetic facial treatments. One can choose from a wide variety of herbal facial according to his or her skin type and according to the skin problems which are faced by them. Herbal facials are made out […]

Acne, one of the most dangerous skin diseases of the time though can be treated and cured completely but it leaves a permanent mark on the skin. The marks don’t go off very easily even after the application of some very expensive and popular skin ointments. However after dedicated treatment for a sufficient long period […]

Plunge into exercise, particularly any routines that stretch and strengthen the muscles, tendons, and ligaments surrounding your knee. The sooner you get started, the better. If you rest your knee for more than 48 hours, the muscles and other tissues that stabilize the joint and help it keep it flexible will begin to weaken and […]

Rest, ice, compression, and elevation are four of the best initial treatments for knee pain. So for the first 24 to t48 hours after the pain develops, stay off your feet as much as possible, prop your legs up on a aoullow or two, wrap your knee snugly but not too tightly with an elastic […]

Trample trouble with Traumeel. Traumeel tablets and cream, available at many drugstores and health food stores, contain a number of homeopathic substances, including chamomile, echinacea, belladonna, calendula, and arnica, that are known to ease knee pain. In some cases, Traumeel snuffs out pain in less than an hour. If you have acute knee pain, dissolve […]

If your knees are free of pain, it really gives you license to be active. And activity will help your heart work better, help keep your brain in tip-top condition, and improve your overall quality of life as you age. But if your knees are painful, it limits your life in many ways that are […]

More than just a simple hinge, the knee is stout pillar of muscles, bones, ligaments, and cartilage that endures an extra ordinary pounding everyday. When you walk down a staircase, for instance, your knees support a force that is equivalent to 4 1/2 times your body weight. Jump, and your knees absorb a vertical impact […]

Body odor is a problem that many people face. Body odor is only natural but it can be embarrassing at times. You can be well dresses, have a nice haircut and look good but all that will be ruined if you have body odor. You cannot get rid of body odor by surgical operation. The […]

Pedicure is done to maintain first-class foot hygiene. Some people lack time and money to go to a spa or parlor to get a pedicure done but it is actually quite easy to do it at the comfort of your home without much training. Some of the things that are necessary to enjoy a complete […]

When the presence of melanin in the skin cells increases, the skin tends to get dark. Because of this darkening of the skin the pigmentation takes place. Because of excess melanin production one witnesses the darkening and hyper pigmentation. The cause of this can be many; acne vulgarism, skin injuries, sun damage, inflammation, etc. If […]

Puzzled with a dandruff problem? Well not to worry because here are some easy home-made remedies to your problems. Applying a facial pack of lime juice, yoghurt and amla juice is an effective natural solution to dandruff. Cider vinegar is also useful. Warm the oil you use and massage it nicely to the roots of […]

Acne is one of the most dangerous skin diseases of all times. Though it can be treated and cured completely but it sometimes leaves a permanent mark on the skin. The marks don’t go off very easily even after the application of some very expensive and popular skin ointments. However after dedicated treatment for a […]

Acne is quite a dangerous skin disease. Even though acne can be cured and treated completely but it leaves very permanent on the skin. Even if you apply very expensive products or recommended skin ointments these marks are likely to remain and not fade away as you expected. The Acne is generally accompanied by inevitable […]

Stand firmly with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides. Breathe out completely and fix your gaze on a spot on the floor or wall to help you keep your balance. Then, as you breathe in, bring your arms up in a wide circle to the sides and over your head. Hold […]

If you’ve seen photographs of its poses, you might think that yoga is a form of torture only a pretzel could love – something more likely to cause pain than to relieve it. It’s true that some of the more advanced poses – feet behind the head, balancing on one arm – require great strength […]

When you do deep breathing, the message you are giving your body is that you are breathing like a very relaxed person. And when your body gets that message, it really does relax. Muscle tension is reduced, blood vessels dilate so that blood pressure drops, your heart rate slows, and stress hormone levels drop. One […]

This exercise helps you learn to breathe more deeply, lower in your lungs. Start out doing one round for 3 to 4 minutes a day. Then add more round until you are doing two or three rounds a day. Sit comfortably in a straight-back chair or lie down on a relatively flat surface. Place your […]

Take a swim. If walking hurts because you have arthritis, or you’re overweight, try swimming or water aerobics. The buoyancy of the water takes pressure off your joints and makes you essentially weightless. Swimming and water exercise are really outstanding forms of exercise for your cardiovascular system. They’re fun too. Most YMCAs and community swim […]

Massaging of vitamin E oil in the skin can help you in many ways. A lot of problems regarding skin can be avoided by the application of this vitamin. You will be able to keep your skin away from irritation and also have a nice and glowing skin. By regular application of this vitamin oil, […]

Don’t smoke. This is hardly startling news, but dropping the habit is a must if you want to lessen your chance of angina pain. Smoking fuels the underlying fire of heart disease. It stokes the furnace. Smoking is a major cause of arteriosclerosis, or plaque buildup, in your arteries. It also increases blood pressure, constricts […]