Ectropion is the medical term for when the lower eyelid starts to sag in an outward direction, away from the eyeball. As a result, the inner eyelid receives exposure to environmental elements. Patients who develop a case of ectropion experience symptoms of chronic dry eyes, as the eye loses the ability to lubricate the surface […]
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Fitness
14 Effective Solutions to Fight Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a medication condition that has a variety of symptoms. Most people who suffer from this experience mood changes, irritability, lack of energy, sadness, hopelessness, and even chronic pain. Postpartum depression is common in new parents, and if left untreated, it can worsen. There are many ways to fight the symptoms of depression, […]
14 Tips to Stop Pain in Back of the Heel
Pain in the heel is a common problem. Most people spend a lot of time on their feet and because of this the feet can suffer. When a person develops pain in their heel they often think that they have a heel spur. While this may be the case, most of the time bone spurs […]
15 Home Remedies to Reduce Elbow Pain
If you have any persistent or nagging joint pain, then we highly recommend that you consult with a physician in order to have it seen to. Attempting to treat these types of pain entirely on your own inevitably leads to more problems and especially if there are underlying causes that you are unaware of. But […]
Natural Remedies
14 Simple Ways to Use Hyssop
Whilst it is little more than just a plant, growing from the ground, hyssop is incredibly versatile and has a range of applications. The beauty of these diverse applications is in their simplicity. They are so simple in fact, that a lot of people don’t even know about them. The majority of the uses are […]
Mugwort: 15 Health Benefits and Uses
Gaining its name from the ancient practice of flavoring drinks with this beautifully sweet herb, mugwort has value as herbal medicine that has strengthened over time. It might have been in use since the Iron Age, but it certainly hasn’t shown any decrease in popularity. It is a scented aromatic plant that usually grows in […]
14 Natural Remedies to Ease the Symptoms of Epstein Barr Virus
Epstein Barr Virus infection is so common that an estimate of 90-95% of the world’s population is infected with the virus. However, most of us go through life without experiencing noticeable symptoms, and many haven’t even heard of the virus’s name. Epstein Barr Virus is a member of the herpesvirus family. Most people often refer […]
Nutrition
31 Foods That are Surprisingly High in Carbohydrates
Eating a low carb diet is tough work. After all, most of us will place carbs with the vast majority of our meals. Eating meat? Then chances are you’ll have potatoes and vegetables on the side with it. Having eggs? Then likely there will be chips or similar on the side. For most of us […]
15 Foods to Avoid While Taking Amoxicillin
One of the greatest discoveries in modern medicine is antibiotics. Antibiotics help fight off bacteria and they can help cure life threatening illnesses like pneumonia, which there was no effective treatment for previously. However, the improper use of antibiotics means that there are more bacteria that are becoming resistant to these medications. For this reason, […]
20 Benefits of Honey Good For Your Health
Sweet golden honey, natures nectar of the gods. The ancient Greeks believed in the natural healing power of honey, using it to treat wounds and ailments. The Egyptian queen, Cleopatra, is said to have bathed in milk and honey, which was partly the reason for her gorgeous, glowing skin that captured the attention of Mark […]
Conditions
15 Known Causes of Pain Under Right Rib Cage
There are three main purposes that the rib cage serves. These are respiration, support, and protection. First of all, it encases your lungs and heart, protecting them from any blunt trauma. It also serves as a chassis for all your torso muscles to attach to. You have 12 pairs of ribs in total — with […]
21 Most Common Signs of Gout
Gout is a serious condition that can cause a lot of pain and discomfort for sufferers. Gout is a form of arthritis and even goes under the name ‘gouty arthritis’, though it has some unique features that make it markedly different from other forms. Gout is most common in men and appears to be caused […]
12 Most Common Fatty Liver Causes
Fatty liver disease is a chronic health condition that causes fatty deposits to become trapped in the liver. It’s commonly seen in people who follow an unhealthy diet and in long-term, heavy alcoholics – sometimes as much as 90% of cases – but this isn’t the only things that can be behind a fatty liver. […]