The parathyroid hormone is produced by the parathyroid glands. Some people develop hyperparathyroidism. This is a condition where the parathyroid glands will produce too much of the parathyroid hormone. This hormone is responsible for regulating the amount of phosphorus and calcium in the body, both of which are important for strong teeth and bones. The […]
Main Content
Fitness
14 Ways to Treat a Pulled Hamstring
Hamstring strains/pulls are one of the most common injuries in sports that require a high degree of agility, force, and speed such as tennis, football, and basketball. Hamstring injuries range from grade1 to grade 3. Those with grade 1 hamstring experience mild swelling and pain with no chance of muscle length and strength. They tear […]
12 Tips for Preventing Peroneal Tendonitis
Peroneal tendonitis occurs when the back and outside of the foot have pain because of an injury or there is damage to the tendons. When peroneal tendonitis is caused by damage to the tendons, it is difficult to walk and painful. For an injury, it occurred because of extreme physical activity, such as playing volleyball […]
14 Ideas to Use Coriander for Beautiful Skin & Care
When it comes to beautiful skin, most people are willing to do almost anything to get it. There are plenty of creams, remedies, lotions, and treatments that promise to make your skin look and feel better, but most of them don’t work. If you have sensitive skin, some products can make your blemishes even worse. […]
Natural Remedies
14 Home Remedies to Help You Get Rid of Droopy Eyelid
Droopy or sagging eyelids can be a debilitating condition depending upon the severity. Officially known as ptosis, the droop can affect one eye or the other, or can affect both at the same time. It can also be barely noticeable or extremely severe. The primary cause of this condition is damage to the Lipitor muscle […]
14 Home Remedies for CRPS
The condition known as CRPS or complex regional pain syndrome most commonly comes on following a trauma or a significant injury to a limb. It causes moderate to severe pain that is completely out of sync and disproportionate to the original injury. Interestingly, this pain can even be much more serious and longer-lasting than the […]
Lemon Balm – 15 Surprising Benefits for Your Health
The lemon balm shrub is part of the mint family. The leaves of this plant have a citrus scent when rubbed between the fingers, hence its moniker. Lemon balm hails from regions around Europe, but its global popularity as a traditional healing herb and herbal tea, meaning it’s now grown in countries all around the […]
Nutrition
Cilantro: 20 Stunning Benefits for Your Overall Health
Cilantro is a herb that offers many health benefits. It can be added to soups and salads to provide loads of nutrients. When you eat cilantro, you can eat the whole thing. There is no need to disregard the stem. The more you eat cilantro, the more health benefits you’ll gain. In order to gain […]
20 Answers to the Most Frequent Questions about Kombucha Tea
You may have tried Kombucha tea at a friend’s house or in a restaurant and want to take a stab at making your own. Conversely, maybe you have never tried this beverage but have heard friends touting its health benefits and taste. Kombucha is a fermented tea that can be sweet or tart, depending on […]
20 Foods Low in Carbohydrates
There was a time when everyone was trying to avoid fats. We were told that fats added a lot of calories to our diet (which they do: 9 calories per gram) and that they were bad for our heart (which they’re not). Today things have changed. No longer are fats public enemy number one; that […]
Conditions
12 Common Causes of De Quervain Tenosynovitis
De Quervain Tenosynovitis is commonly caused by overusing the wrists. Any type of repetitive movement with the wrists can over time cause de Quervain tenosynovitis. It can affect the hand and thumb as well. A person doesn’t have to be physically active to become affected by the condition. If a person has been putting a […]
12 Gallbladder Attack Symptoms You Need to Recognize When Happening
The gallbladder is one of the body’s most important organs for cleansing the body and processing waste substances and things your body doesn’t use. If you have a health condition that affects the gallbladder or you’re following an unhealthy diet that’s high in salt, fat, and oil then it can automatically put you at a […]
14 Indicative Signs and Symptoms of Angelman Syndrome
Angelman syndrome is a rare and genetic condition that affects less than 200,000 Americans each year. When a child has the syndrome, developmental delays start to show between the ages of six and 12 months. They may begin to have seizures at the age of two or three. There are indicative signs and symptoms of […]