According to the American Urological Association, up to 12 percent of Americans will develop a kidney stone within their lifetime. Kidney stones occur when the levels of minerals and salts normally present in urine like calcium and phosphate are high. These tiny...
A skin abscess or a boil is a localized infection that is seated beneath the skin. It normally begins as a reddened, tender area that eventually hardens. The center of the abscess is soft and filled with infection.
The body...
While we are familiar with term ‘piles’, most of us do not know what the condition actually is. Piles or hemorrhoids appear when the veins around the anus get inflamed and start to bleed. It can occur either externally...
Scars serve as a reminder of the pain we've been through, whether it's the emotional battle scars we've endured in life or the acne scars on our face. Breaking out is frustrating enough, but the aftermath of dealing with...
The long, thin leaves known as lemongrass is native to India, Sri Lanka and South-East Asia. As its name suggests, this herb has a lemony scent but is comparatively milder, sweeter and far less sour.
While it finds its way into various...
Yes, convenience trumps everything in today’s fast-paced world. Our daily schedules stacked with household errands, business meetings, and other personal commitments; leave us with very little time to enter the kitchen and cook a sumptuous and healthy meal. A quick...
A sore tongue is a common problem that can affect individuals at any age. While a sore tongue from an illness or medication is nothing to worry about, sometimes symptoms of pain can point to a specific health problem or a vitamin deficiency.
The...
Premenstrual syndrome, also known as premenstrual tension or PMS, refers to the emotional, physical and behavioral symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 250 million women suffer from PMS at least once...
Summers can be hot, humid, and totally uncomfortable, even during the night. It's also not easy on the pockets to keep the air conditioner running all day long. While it is important to keep the body and the room...
Do you suffer from symptoms like frequent urination, pain while urinating, and dark and foul smelling urine? These are common symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections(UTIs) and studies show that women stand a higher risk of contracting UTIs; actually, 1 in...
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