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 […]
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Fitness
10 Daily Habits That Help Heal Bursitis Hip
A common condition that causes a person to experience discomfort in the outer area of the hip joint is hip bursitis. People who suffer from hip bursitis often will complain about discomfort while walking or other physical activity. They may also experience pain when they try to lie on the side that is affected during […]
14 Lifestyle Tips to Easily Manage Narcolepsy
Narcolepsy is a condition often played for laughs in media. Falling asleep without warning may understandably seem humorous. However, in reality, there is truly nothing funny about this condition which can even be fatal in some cases. In narcolepsy, a person might fall asleep without warning when driving, when descending the stairs, or when generally […]
18 Pressure-Releasing Foot Reflexology Points
For thousands of years, reflexology has been used as a way to help people get relief from many types of physical conditions. Reflexology uses the notion that putting pressure on certain areas of the body can help cure disease and ailments and return the body to optimal health. Reflexology of the foot uses the practice […]
Natural Remedies
15 Home Remedies to Ease the Pain From Pinched Nerve
A pinched nerve occurs when a nerve has too much pressure applied to it. When this happens the tissues surrounding it, such as the tendons, cartilage, muscles, and bones are affected. The pressure affects the nerves, which will cause pain, numbness, weakness, and tingling. When a pinched nerve occurs, it can happen anywhere on the […]
14 Traditional Uses of Cordyceps
Cordyceps is a parasitic fungus that grows on insect larvae. These fungi attack the host and replace tissue and then grow long stems that can grow outside the host body. But what most people do not realize is that it has been used as a treatment for various conditions in traditional Chinese medicine for more […]
20 Ancient Uses of Vetiver
Vetiver, also known by its scientific name, “chrysopogon zizanioides,” is a type of perennial grass with deep roots. Vetiver oil is a lesser-known essential oil with a wide range of uses, including providing a calming sensation on the nervous system. Using vetiver oil helps to soothe feelings of anxiety and stress, and the earthy fragrance […]
Nutrition
11 Foods That Cause Gout
Gout can be a painful and debilitating condition brought on in part by dietary triggers. Actually a form of arthritis, gout (sometimes called gouty arthritis) develops when an over abundance of uric acid in the blood produces crystalline structures in and around joints resulting in painful inflammation, stiffness, tangible heat, tenderness, and swelling. Asymptomatic hyperuricemia […]
16 Fabulous Health Benefits of Anchovies
Anchovies are small fish found in saltwater. There are over 100 species of anchovies and their habitat spans multiple oceans. They are classified as forage fish due to the fact that they are often preyed on by larger predatory fish that inhabit the same area as them. The Mediterranean Sea is a particular hotspot when […]
18 Kombucha Benefits That Will Change Your Life for Good
Kombucha is a fermented tea that has a tangy, sweet, full-bodied flavor and is packed with health benefits. Many people are discovering the benefits of probiotics which are a source of “good bacteria.” The body needs beneficial bacteria for optimum functioning, including digestion and are turning to fermented foods. Kombucha can be made at home […]
Conditions
14 Important Things to Know About Necrotizing Fasciitis
When it comes to necrotizing fasciitis, there are several important things that you need to know about this illness. This is such a serious disease that everyone should learn as much as they can about it and know exactly what the symptoms are, how quickly it progresses and what exactly they should do if they […]
14 Causes Increasing the Risk of Developing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome disorder can occur in anyone. It is a rare condition, but if the disorder occurs, it’s highly likely that it will occur in a person’s teens. That is when a person is the most physically active. There are eight causes that increase the risk of developing the disorder. Some of the things […]
14 Main Causes of Elevated Eye Pressure
Elevated eye pressure is a problem that affects lots of people, and your risk for it only goes up as you age. Elevated eye pressure is also known as ocular hypertension. What it means is that your intraocular pressure is outside of the normal range. If this goes untreated, it can have serious results down […]