The holidays are coming around again pretty soon, and while they bring everyone together, for a short time of great food, relaxation and joy, the weight that tends to hang around afterward, due to all of those festive holiday parties is not so joyous. How to Avoid “Putting on a Few Pounds” during the holidays: […]
Take a look at these 15 interesting facts about your health and your body. Some might make you laugh, some might make you cry, and some might make you sit back and think about the meaning of life. Well maybe not the meaning of life thing, but you might be amazed at some of […]
This week’s strange case in medicine is Proteus Syndrome. Proteus Syndrome results in the overgrowth of skin and irregular bone development that is often followed by the growth of tumors over the body. The condition is extremely rare, with only about 120 people living with the condition. Proteus Syndrome is described as a progressive condition, […]
The ginger plant, indigenous to Southeast Asia, has been used by herbalists for thousands of years to ease various medical ailments. The root of the plant is most commonly used in cuisine, and is known for its health benefits just as well as its delicious flavor and aroma. Ginger is a natural source of potassium, […]
This week’s strange case in medicine is Moebius Syndrome. Moebius Syndrome is a very rare condition that is most commonly associated with facial paralysis. Those that suffer from Moebius Syndrome are unable to smile, frown, blink, move their eyes side to side, and have a hard time swallowing. Additionally, some also experience physical problems in […]
It is predicted that by next year depression will be the second largest illness after heart disease. Depression affects people of all ages. It can be as trivial as being gloomy when the weather is bad or as traumatic as suicide thoughts, attempts, or completions. Here are 5 natural ways to alleviate the minor […]
Streptococcal Pharyngitis, commonly known as strep throat, is often first thought to be merely a sore throat or a cold, but is much more severe. There are certain ways to avoid the common misdiagnosis. Sore throats are caused by yeast, bacteria, and other viruses that cause the throat to swell and become sore. Sore throats […]
Researchers from Israel have discovered a shocking new treatment that may help men suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). However, when men hear what the treatment is, they might not be so enthusiastic about trying it. Shock wave therapy has shown a great deal of promise in treating ED. Results from low-intensity shock wave therapy have […]
Imagine being trapped inside of a body, unable to move, speak, or do anything. This is the exact way Belgian man, Rom Houben must have felt. Houben was diagnosed as comatose 23 years ago, but only recently have doctors realized a misdiagnosis was made. Using a specialized brain scan, that was not available when Houben […]
This week’s strange case in Medicine is Progeria, or Hutchinson-Gilford Syndrome. Progeria is a condition that causes the person to age rapidly during childhood. The condition is very rare at about a one in eight million chance to be born with it. Unfortunately, there is no cure for Progeria, and most people with the condition […]
