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  • Homeopathic Medications to Treat Fibromyalgia
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    Homeopathic Medications to Treat Fibromyalgia
    Fibromyalgia is a syndrome affecting people all around the world and is marked by long term pain all through the patient’s body accompanied by tenderness of tendons, muscles and joints. This article, will inform you about the 3 most effective homeopathic medications used for treating fibromyalgia. Rhus Tox or Rhus Toxicodendron: A study conducted in the year 2009 has revealed that Rhus Tox helps in reducing the signs of fibromyalgia by 25%. The fibromyalgia symptoms that indicate that Rhus Tox would be an effective remedy of the condition include: joint pain and aching muscles, which hurt most when the patient first starts moving after staying inactive for a long time.  The intensity of the pain decreases gradually after continued movements.  [...]
    Posted at December 26th, 2011 in Alternative Treatments
  • Homemade Facial Toner for Oily Skin
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    Homemade Facial Toner for Oily Skin
    It’s true that people with oily skin starts experiencing skin aging much later compared to people with normal and dry skin; however, this skin type is associated with a number of skin problems. Many, especially the teenagers might have oily skin all through the year; others may have oily skin during the summer and monsoon months. Any individual with oily skin should use skin products meant particularly for their skin type. In this article, we have discussed how to make a facial toner for oily skin. To make a facial toner for oily skin and apply it onto your face, you will need the following ingredients: 1 oz of witch hazel, a large cucumber, a glass bowl, a blender, cheese cloth or soft cotton fabric, a sterilized bottle with lid (preferably  [...]
    Posted at December 19th, 2011 in Beauty & Skin Care
  • Safe Fruits for Diabetics
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    Safe Fruits for Diabetics
    Balanced diet includes a perfect blend of grains, proteins, dairy products, vegetables and fruits. It’s true that fruits are high in their sugar content; however, doctor suggests diabetics to take certain kinds of fruits that are beneficial in keeping blood sugar levels under control. This article, will inform you about the kinds of fruits safe for diabetes patients. According to medical experts, majority of the fresh fruits are safe for diabetics. Almost every fresh fruit is low in glycemic index i.e. most of them do not have any significant effect on an individual’s blood sugar levels. If you are diagnosed with diabetes, you doctor will ask you to take high fiber fruits; this is because fiber is known for slowing down sugar absorption  [...]
    Posted at December 12th, 2011 in Diabetes
  • Alternative Treatments for People with Peripheral Neuropathy
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    Alternative Treatments for People with Peripheral Neuropathy
    Peripheral neuropathy is defined as nerve damages affecting the procedure using which the nerves of our body send signals towards our legs and arms. The condition is marked by numbness, a burning sensation or tingling feelings in the feet and hands of the patient. Doctors treat peripheral neuropathy by prescribing medications for the underlying health disorder. There are also alternative treatments available for peripheral neuropathy; below, we have discussed some of the most effective ones among them. Acids: Supplementations of essential acids such as omega-3 fatty acids, GLA or gamma linolenic acid and ALA or alpha-lipoic acids can help in reducing the intensity of the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy in diabetics. The duration of use and  [...]
    Posted at November 28th, 2011 in Alternative Treatments
  • Massage for Killing Headaches
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    Massage for Killing Headaches
    Self-massage is the easiest and safest way of getting rid of headaches. Massage can treat all kinds of headaches; let it be a simple tension headache or headaches caused by migraine attacks. A massage can reduce the pain by easing the trigger points and right muscles. The trigger points can be described as the areas experiencing severe muscle tightness, which can lead to a referred to radiating pain. Referred pains are the pains beginning from one part of the body but felt on a different body part; the radiating pains are pains that travel from the site of their origin. For pain relief one should offer massage to his entire head, shoulder areas and neck. However, special emphasis must be given on the painful region of the head. While massaging,  [...]
    Posted at November 21st, 2011 in Headache's & Treatments
  • Herbal Remedies for Teeth Sensitivity
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    Herbal Remedies for Teeth Sensitivity
    If you feel discomfort in your teeth while having an ice cream or drinking a hot cup of coffee, you might be suffering from teeth sensitivity, a condition marked by sharp pain in the teeth. The factors responsible for causing teeth sensitivity may include the habit of tooth grinding, nerve damage, tooth decay and plaque formation. Herbal remedies work best in healing this discomfort. Below, we have discussed some of the most effective herbal remedies for teeth sensitivity: The most widely used herb for treating teeth sensitivity is neem. Neem is a herb with antimicrobiaol properties. It is an excellent remedy to dental problems like periodontal disease and plaques. Make a paste of neem leaves and apply it onto the sensitive teeth twice every  [...]
    Posted at November 14th, 2011 in Oral Health
  • Recipe of Glycerin and Rosewater Skin Cream
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    Recipe of Glycerin and Rosewater Skin Cream
    Glycerin and rosewater have been integral parts of beauty kits of women for generations. Ask your mother or your grandmother, you will find that both of them have been using these two skin care ingredient for years. Rosewater nourishes our skin and glycerin plays the role of an oil-free moisturizing agent. Moreover, the fragrance of rosewater will relax your senses releasing the tension of your muscles. In this article, we have discussed the recipe of homemade glycerin and rosewater cream. The ingredient to be used for preparing this skin cream are: 3 teaspoon glycerin, 1 ½ cup of rosewater, 2/3 cup of aloe gel, 6-12 drops of rose oil, 1 teaspoon grapefruit extracts, the oil of 2 capsules of vitamin E and 1 teaspoon of royal jelly. You will  [...]
    Posted at November 7th, 2011 in Beauty & Skin Care
  • Brief Overview of Pulmonary Hypertension and Its Treatment
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    Brief Overview of Pulmonary Hypertension and Its Treatment
    Pulmonary hypertension is referred to the condition of high blood pressure in pulmonary arteries i.e. the arteries responsible for supplying blood and oxygen to our lungs. This kind of blood pressure isn’t how the normal blood pressure is measured by checking the cuff of the arm. In this condition, the blood vessels turn thick and bit more constricted which makes them incapacitated to carry much blood through them. As a result, the heart functions harder to try and meet up the blood requirement of lungs and several other parts of the body. In case, the pressure is extremely high and difficult for the person to cope, eventually, the heart stops pumping harder. Therefore, lesser quantity of blood continues to get supplied to the lungs and in  [...]
    Posted at October 24th, 2011 in Cardiovascular
  • How to Use NuvaRing for Birth Control?
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    How to Use NuvaRing for Birth Control?
    Before learning the process of using NuvaRing, let us know what a NuvaRing actually is. It is a petite vaginal ring that can be easily inserted and removed. Positioning the NuvaRing exactly is not essential for enjoying its birth control effects. Once the ring gets inserted into the vagina of a woman, it molds according to the requirements of her body and manages to remain in place. However, in some cases NuvaRing might get expelled accidentally; for instance during removal of tampon, due to strain induced by bowel movement or during intercourse. Below, we have discussed the steps of using NuvaRing: Wash your hands well and dry it using a clean towel. Now, take out the NuvaRing from the pouch. Hold the ring, between the index-finger and thumb  [...]
    Posted at October 10th, 2011 in Birth Control
  • Face Pack for Removing Skin Blemishes
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    Face Pack for Removing Skin Blemishes
    Face packs when applied in the right procedure can effectively remove the skin blemishes by opening the pores. In this article we have discussed the procedure of prparing and applying of face pack for removing the skin blemishes. The ingredients required during the procedure of application of face pack are: 32 oz of tap water or distilled water. Some large and clean towels or cloths. 2 large pots for storing liquids. Dried herbs or essential oils that suit your skin type (you can consult a skin care expert to know your skin type and the natural ingredients good for your skin type). If you have pimples, you should use herbs like thyme, oregano and sage along with lemon peel, mugwort, oak bark and sweet fern for reducing the oiliness of the skin.  [...]
    Posted at October 3rd, 2011 in Beauty & Skin Care
  • What Are the Medications Prescribed for Depression Related Pain?
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    What Are the Medications Prescribed for Depression Related Pain?
    Depression is mostly treated with medicinal drugs, which work by targeting the mood or emotional symptoms of the patient.  However, in the last few years, the medical experts have also started to consider the depression related pains while prescribing medications for depression. Several studies are going on to find out suitable pain management procedures for depressed individuals. Here, we have discussed about the medications that are currently available for managing depression related pain. Duloxetine: This medication is basically a special SNRI or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor; it functions by increasing the levels of the two chemicals norepinephrine and serotonin in our brain. Norepinephrine and serotonin are responsible for  [...]
    Posted at September 26th, 2011 in Depression
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