Home Remedies and Alternative Therapies

Nov - 12th

Chlamydia in Men– its Symptoms

Posted at 7:17 am | Filed Under Health News, Health tips

Chlamydia derives its name from a Greek word meaning “cloak”. It is an STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) that is caused by the Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria, which is only found in humans. It is transmitted mainly through vaginal, anal and oral sex.
This infection affects the genitals and, sometimes, the eyes as well. It affects both men [...]

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Nov - 12th

All you wanted to know about Zygomycetes

Posted at 7:12 am | Filed Under Health News, Health tips

Zygomycetes is a class of fungi that is found commonly as the mould growing on breads or the white feather-like mould that grows on many fruits like strawberries and grapes. This class of fungi is mainly terrestrial and very diverse, with more than a 1000 varieties. They are either parasitic or form symbiotic reationships and [...]

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Oct - 8th

Methemoglobin

Posted at 7:22 am | Filed Under Health tips

Methemoglobin is characterized by its ability of not binding oxygen to it which results in functional anemia and hence fails to deliver oxygen to the tissues of the body. Methemoglobin differs from the normal hemoglobin as it has oxidised iron ferric (+3) as the carrier instead of (+2) in the normal hemoglobin.
When the content of [...]

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Jun - 30th

Tonsil Stones Treatment

Posted at 8:55 am | Filed Under Bad Breath, Ear, Nose & Throat, Health News, Health tips, Home Remedies

Tonsil stones are globs of foul smelling whitish/yellow material which form at the back of the throat. They are also called tonsillolith.
Tonsil stones are made of mucus and calcium layers. They are formed in small cavities present in the tonsils. Tonsil stones are not harmful, but they can be a nuisance.
Symptoms of tonsil stones

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Jun - 30th

Angular Cheilitis

Posted at 6:42 am | Filed Under Food & Nutrition, General Tips, Health News, Health tips, Home Remedies, Precautions, Skin Care, Skin Remedies

Angular cheilitis is a condition in which a cut, crack or a sore develops in the corners of the mouth. Usually, angular cheilitis occurs at both sides of the mouth.
The cuts, cracks or sores resulting out of angular cheilitis are not only unattractive to look at, but also can be painful and irritating for the [...]

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Jun - 11th

Travel Health Tips

Posted at 7:42 am | Filed Under Fitness, General Tips, Health & Nutrition, Health tips, Swimmer, Uncategorized

If you are traveling, the topmost concern in your mind should be your well being. Too many people neglect their health and ruin their holiday. In fact, it is estimated that almost 50% of people who travel abroad fall prey to sickness.
Here are some tips which will help you maintain your health so that you [...]

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Dec - 30th

Bad Use Of Anti-Depressants

Posted at 1:41 pm | Filed Under Health tips

Medicines are meant to cure you of your ailments. They should be used in a positive manner. They should be taken for what they have been prescribed for. But at times this does not happen. For example, anti-depressants are meant to cure you of your depression. They should be taken strictly for that. At times, [...]

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Dec - 17th

How to Boost Your Immune System?

Posted at 8:00 am | Filed Under Health tips

One would like to build up body’s immune system to resist infections and illnesses. A healthy body is what one desires most. Immunologists have been conducting research to build up this immune system. How is it built up?
How to Boost Immune System?

Developing more and new vaccines against diseases such as HIV, influenza etc
Broccoli, kale and [...]

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Apr - 11th

Massage for Stomach Cramps

Posted at 7:23 am | Filed Under Benefits of Massage, Health tips, Home Remedies, digestive system

Massage therapy is very effective and provides great relief from abdominal cramps, menstrual cramps, cramps due to digestive problems and PMS.
The Qi Gong Abdominal Massage
The Chinese word “Qi” means “energy” and “Gong” means “practice”. Qi Gong is a Chinese exercise system that focuses on curing the disease by regulating the life-force energy.  There are several self-massage [...]

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Feb - 24th

Natural Ways to Combat High Blood Pressure

Posted at 7:41 am | Filed Under Alternative Healing, General Tips, Health News, Health tips

High Blood Pressure is caused due to faster pumping of blood by your heart (greater than the normal volume of 130/85) and due to narrowing of arteries.  It increases your chances of getting a heart stroke. High blood pressure can be easily controlled by doing regular breathing exercises, pranayama, meditation and yoga. Follow these home [...]

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Jan - 9th

Massage and health

Posted at 4:48 am | Filed Under Benefits of Massage, Health News, Health tips

Massage is a holistic therapy. It has effect on both body and mind.Massage increases the circulation of blood and flow of lymph. The direct mechanical effect of rhythmically applied manual pressure and movement used in massage can dramatically increase the rate of blood flow. Also, the stimulation of nerve receptors causes the blood vessels (by [...]

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Nov - 28th

New Solution to Backpain At Office : Do not Sit Straight

Posted at 12:34 am | Filed Under Backache, Fitness, Health & Nutrition, Health News, Health tips, back pain

Till now, you always thought that sitting staight in your office chair may help you avoid back pain. But the recent medical advice on preventing back pain is just the opposite.
By using advanced scanning equipment, doctors concluded that the best way to avoid back ache is not to sit bolt upright but to perfect a [...]

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