July 13th, 2009
Did you know that 8% of major league basketball players were on ADD (attention deficit disorder) psychostimulant medication during the 2008 season? They had to get exemptions because these drugs are normally banned in the major league games. ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is an umbrella term for behavioural disorders among both children and adults and the side effects of these drugs have been the source of a controversial debate. Other conditions which fall under this umbrella ...read more
July 13th, 2009
Irritable bowel syndrome, often known as IBS, is a rather complex disorder that has a variety of symptoms, some of which may be diet related. In order to help people obtain relief from the symptoms of IBS, the kind of eating habits a person has must be addressed.If someone tends to skip meals, has a low intake of fluid and fiber, eats a lot of fatty food, has a sensitivity to milk as well as other dairy products and drinks ...read more
July 13th, 2009
Have you been suffering from a chronic yeast infection that just doesn\’t seem to go away? If so I have some suggestions as to why you\’re suffering from a constant yeast infection and how you can cure it for good.Why do you have a constant yeast infection?There are a few reasons for this:Prescription or OTC drugs - Have you used a drug such as Monistat to treat a previous yeast infection? If so, this could be why you\’re suffering from ...read more
July 12th, 2009
During pregnancy, it is hard to predict whether irritable bowel syndrome is going to ease or become more “aggressive”. The hormonal changes that women go through, as well as the physical pressure on the gut from the growing foetus can impact the symptoms of IBS. So, how are irritable bowel syndrome and pregnancy related?Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder of the intestines. It is considered as a functional disorder, as the bowels do not function or work, as ...read more
July 11th, 2009
There are many natural ingredients that can help reduce cholesterol levels and thus reduce the risk of various diseases associated with elevated cholesterol: arteriosclerosis, heart disease, congestive heart failure, diabetes mellitus, kidney failure, etc. However, until recently medical scientists believed that diet alone couldn’t substantially reduce cholesterol levels in persons confronted with high cholesterol problems. Compared to cholesterol-lowering drugs such as statins (medications that block the enzyme that stimulates the production of cholesterol at the level of the liver), most ...read more
July 11th, 2009
Millions of people search the phrase ‘pass kidney stone’ and want to know how to flush their kidney stones and pain away! However, each day thousands of doctors recommend drinking plenty of water to their hopeful kidney stone patients. Unfortunately, not all kidney stones will pass with merely a glass of water.But many doctors are now recommending something more than water because of stunning new research which is showing how natural acids found in many fruits and beverages can slowly ...read more
July 11th, 2009
The National Headache Foundation says that more than 29.5 million Americans have migraine, and although some rely on prescription medications, a growing number prefer natural remedies for migraine headaches.A natural remedy for migraine headaches might be anything from herbs to supplements, acupuncture to aromatherapy.Choosing a Natural Remedy for MigraineIf you choose a natural remedy for migraine treatment, you might try something from one or more of these categories.Seven NutrientsThese nutrients are listed alphabetically to avoid indicating a preference.1. 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan)5-HTP ...read more
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