Symptoms, diagnostic markers, and specialized nutritional protocols are critical components in managing cardiovascular health, organ function, and psychological well-being across the lifespan.
Fluoxetine (Prozac) is a member of the class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which are often used to treat mood disorders such as depression. If you stop taking fluoxetine, you may develop "withdrawal" symptoms, more appropriately called "SSRI discontinuation syndrome."
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Wildflower honey is made by bees that have collected nectar from a local source of wildflowers. The taste and composition of wildflower honey can vary depending upon the variety of flowers in bloom at the time the honey is made.
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Herbal teas are a great way to stay hydrated and support the health of the cells, tissues and organs. With literally thousands of medicinal herbs on the market, it may be confusing to know what herbs are safe and effective for many common complaints.
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After going through childbirth, the last thing on many women’s minds is getting pregnant again. These women should begin birth control before resuming sexual activity after childbirth to prevent another pregnancy, according to the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals.
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Homeopathy is a healing art based on the principle that "like cures like." Homeopathic practitioners prescribe extremely diluted remedies -- based on the patient’s condition -- that would provoke the same symptoms in healthy patients.
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Your kidneys help maintain normal blood concentration by removing wastes, excess fluid and electrolytes such as potassium. Potassium, blood urea nitrogen, or BUN, and creatinine blood tests can monitor kidney function in patients diagnosed with kidney disease.
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Wild oregano oil is made from Origanum vulgare, a perennial herb with small purple flowers and dark green leaves. It has a pungent flavor and is used in cooking to make pizza and other Mediterranean dishes. The essential oil has medicinal properties.
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Ammonia is a by-product of the breakdown of protein. One function of the liver is to take potentially toxic substances and make them inert, so the body can remove them. When ammonia enters the blood, the liver filters it out and combines it with other compounds, such as carbon, to produce urea.
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In a study presented at the Experimental Biology Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana on April 20, 2009, Dr. Kevin C. Maki of Provident Clinical Research announced that eating the popular cereal Cheerios can help to lower serum cholesterol by up to 10 percent in one month.
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Colonics, or colon hydrotherapy, is the cleaning of the large intestine, or colon, with water. Colonics is often used to treat constipation, flatulence and intestinal disorders, as well as body aches and pains, low energy levels, back pain and liver pain. A study in the October 2008 issue of the "
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Factors that affect equilibrium and balance in the body include breathing, vision, vestibular function, musculoskeletal alignment and proprioception. The eyes, vestibular system and proprioceptors of the neck read and adjust head placement in relation to the environment.
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Weight Watchers is a weight-loss program that has been around since the 1960s. The program offers tools, motivation and education to help participants in making the right decisions about food and exercise.
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Diuretics can stimulate the kidneys to flush water, thus helping to reduce water retention and edema. A number of natural herbs can act as diuretics in the body.
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Painted turtles are semi-aquatic pets, meaning they live both in the water and on land, explains Aquaworld Aquarium.
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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects an estimated one-third of Americans age 20 or older, according to the National Institutes of Health. Hypertension is defined as a blood pressure of 140 over 90 millimeters of mercury or higher. One or both numbers may be above normal with hypertension.
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Colon hydrotherapy, also called colonic irrigation, is an alternative health care practice intended to cleanse toxins and built-up waste from the colon, also known as the bowel and large intestine. The procedure is said to keep the colon functioning more effectively and to promote health in general.
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There are a number of essential oils that are safe to ingest. One important thing to remember is that the essential oils you ingest must be of a therapeutic grade, not the grade commonly used for aromatherapy.
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Loose, sagging skin and stretch marks are two common complaints from women, especially as the skin ages. As aging skin loses its elastic properties and collagen production slackens, the effects of gravity become more apparent.
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Drinking lemon juice benefits your health, which is why many traditional systems of medicine recommend drinking lemon juice daily. Lemons contain vitamins, minerals and other natural compounds that boost your immune system and even fight cancer.
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It is very common for babies to develop a fever at some point during their first year of life. Most of the time, fevers are not serious and are part of the body's normal response to fighting off infection. You can aid your child's recovery by offering fluids, rest and when appropriate, fever-reducing medication.
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