Archive for June, 2009

You have to fight off sugar cravings if you wish to stay fit and healthy. Many people have the craving to consume sweets at regular intervals. But this is not healthy and can lead to several health problems in the long run...
You can buy energy drinks in bottled or canned form. These drinks are available in all kinds of grocery and departmental stores, bars and night clubs. Being carbonated drinks, these drinks contain high amount of sugar, caffeine, amino acids, B-vitamins and herbal stimulants. The people who use these drinks are mostly aged between 16 and..
A lot of people swear by aromatherapy. They feel that it is a much better way of achieving physical and mental well being than the conventional medicines. Treatment with scented oils is known as aromatherapy. These oils also provide mental relaxation...
All of us have felt stressed out at some point or the other in our lives. Stress occurs when the body cannot cope up with the external demands made on us. A disturbance of the body’s balanced condition can be termed as stress. These stressful conditions are relative in nature. The same condition may not..
Venous thromboembolic (VTE) or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein in the pelvic or leg region. This can happen because of stoppage in blood flow or owing to damage of the veins. The clot formation can become dangerous when it occurs above the knee. If such a thing..
The onset of pregnancy is a joyful time for any woman looking forward to motherhood. But at times there may be an abnormality and the fertilized ovum starts developing in other areas instead of the uterine wall. Such pregnancies are termed as ‘Ectopic Pregnancies’ and can occur in the fallopian tube as well as the..
For maintaining a youthful and radiant appearance, everyone should take efforts to remove body hair from time to time. As far as hair removal is concerned, there are various tips that can be learnt easily. Some ladies find the problem of excessive facial hair very embarrassing. You can make use of various methods to remove..
Exposure to icy and freezing conditions often leads to complications. Ulcers may be found on the fingers or toes in such conditions. These ulcers are known as acral ulcers and are known as  chilblains. The cold and humid weather destroys the minute blood vessels of the skin which in turn cause itchiness and inflammation of the extremities. Chilblains..
Cosmetics enhance our looks. Good make up can even make the most ordinary looking person look beautiful. Most women feel lost without their make up on and would never ever think of venturing outdoors without being made up. But none of us stop to think that these cosmetics are all chemical based which can have..
Burn injuries are extremely painful and can be life threatening. Most hospitals and private clinics around the world have a separate facility for burn management as the patients require specialized care...
There are various dietary tips that can be followed to lead a healthy life. Apart from rigorous physical activity, you can also follow some of the health tips given below to keep yourself healthy and trim...
Salads make a tasty and nutritional accompaniment to our main food. It is low fat and literally brimming with healthy components. It is precisely for this reason that the weight watchers try to live on salads alone. The word salad has been derived from the French word ‘salade’ and consists of an assortment of raw..
Lots of people suffer from Migraines. This is a typical throbbing form of headache and is more common in women than men. Severe migraine is accompanied by nausea and vomiting. The affected person usually prefers lying down in a dark and silent room. The slightest of sound or a small speck of light seems unbearable...
Fluid filled, small sacs which are not normally malignant are referred to as ovarian cysts. They can be quite painful but may not show any signs or symptoms in the beginning. Quite often, the occurrence of ovarian cysts is associated with the menstrual cycle and may disappear after a few months on their own. They..
Influenza A (H1N1) or Swine flu was only a disease that affected pigs. The flu strains were mainly seen to affect pigs and poultry. They cause human epidemic when they are transmitted to human beings. In babies, swine flu can be fatal and would call for instant medical attention and treatment...