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
14 Tips for Lumbago Pain Relief
If you are familiar with the word Lumbago, then you are probably in the category of person this article is written for. Lumbago is a fancy way of saying the pain of the lower joints and muscles of the back. It comes from the late 17th century, its Latin root lumbus, meaning loin; which makes […]
15 Easy Stretches to Alleviate Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow is a condition that affects the lateral tendon of the elbow and attaches to the bony protrusion. Technically, it is therefore known as lateral epicondylitis, and in fact, only a few in every hundred cases of the condition are actually caused by tennis! This is a very widespread condition affecting 3% of all […]
14 Natural Ways to Cure Varicocele
Varicocele is a condition that causes an enlargement of the veins in the scrotum. More than three million Americans suffer from varicocele each year. It is a condition that doesn’t need any treatment, but if treatment is needed surgery can repair the condition. In order to diagnose varicocele, a primary care physician must conduct lab […]
Natural Remedies
12 Tips That Do Miracle For Gas Relief
Excess gas is a common condition that comes with a fair amount of embarrassment, but once you’re past the initial embarrassment of flatulence then you’ll realize that it happens to everyone – although it happens to some people more than others. It’s normal every once in a while, but if you’re experiencing gas as a […]
14 Natural Ways to Treat Polydipsia
When you are thirsty, typically drinking some water will help to quench your thirst and make you feel better. However, there are times when no matter how much water you drink it does not ever seem like it is enough. You drink and drink and then drink some more and you are still thirsty. This […]
14 Facts About Knee Ligaments
Knee ligaments are comprised of soft tissue that connects bone to bone. It allows movement of the knees. When the knee becomes injured due to a fall or any type of injury, the knee becomes unstable. Your knee can buckle and cause pain. Knee injuries shouldn’t be ignored. They need to be dealt with as […]
Nutrition
20 Regenerating Health Benefits of Dandelion Tea
Dandelions spread readily throughout fields and yards, making them a gardener’s worst nightmare. Landscapers treat the flower as a pest, removing them from flowerbeds before the dandelions have the opportunity to seed and spread throughout the garden. Instead of using toxic weed killers to remove dandelions, try harvesting them instead of killing them off. The […]
14 Best Foods for Stomach Flu
Stomach flu can be horrible to deal with. Even mild cases can result in severe vomiting and diarrhea. Stomach flu is very common and it is very little you can do if you contract one other than letting it run its course and treat the symptoms. Fortunately, most stomach flu doesn’t last more than a […]
15 Benefits of Ginseng
You might think of Ginseng as being an ancient Chinese remedy that doesn’t have much of a benefit when it comes to modern life. These days we have a much better understanding of our bodies and the science of our food and thus many of these old folk remedies have fallen out of favour and […]
Conditions
11 Autoimmune Diseases Connected to Raynaud’s Phenomenon
Raynaud’s phenomenon has been linked to a number of autoimmune diseases. When Raynaud is in the body it’s likely that an underlying disease is what has brought it out. A person who has Raynaud’s will usually experience numbness and coldness in certain parts of the body, such as the toes and fingers. The reason for […]
14 Uncomfortable Tooth Abscess Symptoms
A tooth abscess may start as a cavity or tooth decay and develop into an infection that can spread to the gums and even the jaw, neck and brain. Proper dental care, including brushing and flossing daily and going to annual cleanings and checkups at the dental office can prevent an abscess from developing in […]
14 Early Signs of Impetigo
Impetigo is a skin infection that is characterized by blisters, lesions, and crusty skin. It often hurts or itches, and it is very contagious. It can easily spread to other parts of the body and to others. It can be transmitted through the fluid in the blister and lesions and can be picked up from […]