The liver is the second largest organ in your body. It processes the food and drinks you consume into essential nutrients, and also filters out harmful or toxic substances from your blood. Tropical fruits such as bananas, pineapples, guava, mangos and lemons grow in warmer climates.
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A protein drink can replace a meal to help you eat healthier or lose weight. Although ready-to-drink shakes are convenient, they often contain added sugar or a sugar substitute such as aspartame. Many protein drinks also contain soy protein.
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Dehydration is a potentially serious condition where your body loses too much water and it is not replaced sufficiently. Often, dehydration causes other sicknesses, especially heat-related illness like heat stroke or heat exhaustion.
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Different varieties of hot chocolate may help to soothe an upset stomach, depending on the cause of the condition. Some naturopaths recommend dark chocolate for certain types of stomachaches. Hot beverages made with milk can also be soothing.
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Hypotension, or low blood pressure, can be a serious and life-threatening problem if not treated. If blood pressure drops too low, a person can feel dizzy or faint.
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Toddlers can get colds and infections that cause coughing and congestion. A wet, or mucus-filled, cough can produce phlegm in toddlers. The University of Maryland Medical Center reports that there is no evidence that milk will worsen mucus in toddlers or anyone else.
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Following a vigorous exercise workout, you may notice symptoms other than sore muscles. If your heartbeat feels abnormal, this could be a sign of a serious problem. Hearing your heart pump in your ears may be normal for you, but you should consult a physician to rule out any serious causes.
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Creases on your stomach are usually due to excess fat. When you sit, your stomach may fold slightly, causing crease marks to appear. Even if you are not overweight, the cellulite on your stomach can become creased.
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A ketogenic diet, such as the Atkins diet, is a diet in which you consume virtually no carbohydrates, instead filling up on protein and fat. Consuming few or no carbohydrates puts your body into a state of ketosis, which can cause unwanted side effects.
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Cervical polyps are tumor-like growths found in the cervix of women. These small growths can vary in size and are usually not cancerous. However, your physician will want to remove any polyps to test for cancer.
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Losing weight may be on your to-do list, but it can be difficult to accomplish. To lose one pound a week, you need to consume 500 fewer calories per day. This may sound overwhelming, but you can make a few simple changes to reach your goal.
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ESR, or erythrocyte sedimentation rate, is a medical test that measures how much inflammation occurs throughout your body. A high lymphocyte count indicates an increase in white blood cells.
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Dr. Connie Guttersen, a registered dietician, created the Californian Diet, or Sonoma Diet. Dr. Guttersen based the diet on a coastal California way of living, blending simple and flavorful ingredients, similar to the Mediterranean diet.
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Oil of oregano is a natural substance that is made from wild oregano plants. Because it is wild, oil of oregano is reportedly made without any additives or chemicals. Naturopaths suggest that oil of oregano can help treat a variety of symptoms and aid in weight loss.
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Fruits and vegetables, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, contain essential vitamins and minerals that can help to protect you from chronic diseases. Substituting fruits for higher calorie foods can also help you lose weight. Replacing your dinner with fresh fruits is simpler than it sounds.
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High-calcium foods, specifically yogurt, can aid in body fat breakdown and reduce stomach fat. High-protein foods also help with weight loss because they keep you feeling fuller longer. Yogurt is a high-protein food that is also high in calcium.
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Sulphur-based preservatives, or sulfites, are common food additives. Although many foods contain sulfites, wines are the most common source of sulfites. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration suggest that one in 100 people have sulfite sensitivity. Sulfites in wine might cause joint pain if you have sulfite intolerance.
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Lexapro is a prescription medication used to treat depression and anxiety. Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, or SSRI, and works on the serotonin neurotransmitter. Like many other antidepressants, Lexapro seems to cause weight gain as a side effect.
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The scarring process is critical for the healing of a burn, and while the mark left can be unsightly, if you take good care of the damaged area early, fading the scar will not be extremely difficult.
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Acne -- the most common skin condition in the United States, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center -- often includes symptoms such as clogged pores, inflammation and pimples. In some cases, acne can be painful and itchy.
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