Wheat grass comes in a variety of forms, including raw, powder, extract and tablets. Although this plant lacks substantial clinical data, it is usually marketed as a dietary aid to detoxify the body and promote weight loss and general health.
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Numbness and tingling can occur anywhere in the body, but they are most often felt on skin of the fingers, hands, feet, arms and legs, according to MedlinePlus. Numbness is decreased or lost sensation.
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Certain irritants or allergies can trigger an asthma attack, which causes the airways of the bronchial tubes to constrict, resulting in extreme difficulty in breathing due to the inflammation and increased mucous produced by the lungs, according to MedlinePlus.
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According to MedlinePlus, a toothache is generally the result of a dental cavity in which the tooth begins to decay, leading to infection. The cause is most often attributed to poor dental hygiene, although a genetic proclivity to tooth decay can also play a role.
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Fungus belongs to the kingdom Fungi, bacteria to Monera and protists to Protista. Although these organisms are often thought to be detrimental to human health, many of them actually exist in the foods you enjoy, as well as on the body itself.
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Vitamin B6, also referred to as pyridoxine, is an essential component for your health. This vitamin aids in the conversion of food into energy, maintains healthy hair, skin and eyes, and cleanses the liver. It is also responsible for normal brain function and development, as well as the production of red blood cells.
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Emphysema is a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, which occurs when there is damage to the alveoili air sacs in the lungs, MedlinePlus says. The air sacs are usually deformed and do not inflate like those in healthy lungs.
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Symptoms of bronchial congestion include difficulty breathing, a phlegmy or productive cough and tightness in the chest. Generally, this condition indicates a problem with the lungs and bronchial pathways -- whether it be a disease or acute illness.
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Lipids are a diverse group of organic molecules and are present as fats and oils in foods. Fatty acids, such as omega-3s and omega-6s, are made of long chain fatty acids containing an ester group. Whether the fat is saturated or unsaturated depends on the structure.
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Bronchial inflammation occurs either acutely, chronically or reactively depending on the cause. Acute bronchitis, for example, is an infection of the lower respiratory tract where the bronchial inflammation is reversible and only lasts for a short time period.
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Anxiety caused by specific asthma medications may lead to an anxiety disorder, states “A Consumer’s Guide to Psychiatric Drugs.” Moreover, asthma medications can exacerbate preexisting anxiety problems.
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If you’re suffering from discomfort due to your urinary tract, your physician may administer a urine pH test to measure the acidity of your urine. Primary causes may be kidney stones, certain medications or infection. Generally, the normal pH range for urine is between 4.6 to 8.
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Purines are naturally occurring compounds that are present in your cells and in a variety of foods, particularly organ meats. Upon metabolizing, purines break down into uric acid, which in excess can cause gout, kidney stones and kidney failure.
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Both Zyrtec and Zyrtec-D are over-the-counter antihistamines that contain cetirizine. They function by reducing the chemical histamine in the body, which can cause symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes and runny nose upon exposure to an allergen.
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Iron is an important mineral that is necessary for a healthy body. Iron helps produce the oxygen-carrying proteins hemoglobin and myoglobin. Persistent low iron levels are more pronounced in menstruating, pregnant or lactating women, vegetarians, long-distance runners, and people with bleeding ulcers.
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Arterial calcium deposits contribute to the development of artherosclerosis, which is the hardening and narrowing of your arteries. Combined with cholesterol plaque, calcium deposits can significantly increase your chance of coronary heart disease, heart attacks and strokes, according to the American Heart Association.
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Dietary aides like choline and inositol offer you many health benefits. Yet, those benefits may come at a price as these natural substances can cause side effects.
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Skin rashes are common occurrences and do not always indicate a severe problem. Generally, they will emerge from an environmental irritant, which can cause the skin to inflame and exhibit symptoms of itchiness, small bumps and flaking. Other times, it can indicate an underlying skin condition.
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Despite the common notion that bacteria and fungi are infection-causing proponents, a variety of species are beneficial to people. In many cases, they are common food sources. Regularly consuming these organisms can improve your health, while providing a tasty addition to your everyday cuisine.
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Diastolic blood pressure is the force of the blood pushing against the artery walls when the heart is at rest, MedlinePlus says. High diastolic blood pressure almost always accompanies a high systolic pressure and is indicative of pre-hypertension or hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure.
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