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Information about Pregnancy Throughout pregnancy, your health and well-being is vital to your baby's health. Although some factors cannot be avoided, you can significantly increase the chances of having a healty, happy baby. Because birth defects happen early in pregnancy, you need to make sure you are doing everything you can ... moreWhat are Allergies?
Information about Allergy What is Allergy? Allergy, also called hypersensitivity, is a symptom of an over-sensitive or abnormal immune response to allergens - substances, often proteins, that cause an allergic reaction. These allergens are usually harmless, naturally occurring proteins and for many people they don't cause problems. For others, however, they are mistakenly considered foreign invaders by the immune system. In ... moreWhat causes infertility?
Information about Infertility How is infertility defined? Strictly speaking, infertility is the inability of a couple to become pregnant after two years of regular unprotected intercourse. In the UK, infertility affects about one in six couples, which is approximately 3.5 million people. What causes infertility? Male factor - 29.7% Female factor - 28.5% ... moreWhat is a Common Cold?
What is a Common Cold? Also called rhinitis, the common cold is, as the name implies, a common viral infection in the upper respiratory tract (nose, throat, sinuses, trachea, larynx and bronchial tubes). Generally children may catch six to 10 colds a year, while adults may catch two to four colds a year. ... moreWhat is a Migraine?
What is Migraine? Migraine is the second most common form of headache after tension headaches. Migraines are characterised by recurring unilateral attacks that can last from four to 72 hours. Women are three times as likely to suffer from migraine as men, a fact indicating that hormones may also play a role. ... moreWhat is Asthma?
Information about Asthma What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic lung disorder that results in episodic inflammation and narrowing of the bronchial tubes when certain substances (that may be harmless to anyone else) are inhaled. Excess mucus can also build up in the airways making it hard to breathe. Asthma is most likely ... moreWhat is Atherosclerosis?
Information about Atherosclerosis What is Atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis, also known as arteriosclerosis, is a common disorder of the arteries characterised by the build up of plaque - cholesterol, fatty substances and calcium - on the inside (endothelial surface) of medium and large-sized arteries. This results in the narrowing and hardening of arteries, which ... moreWhat is Back Pain?
What is Back Pain? Back pain is the most common cause of sick leave and early retirement in the UK. As much as four out of five adults over the age of 16 will have back pain at some point in their life. This condition refers to pain in the upper, middle or lower back (lumbago) and can be either acute or chronic. ... moreWhat is Cholesterol?
Information about Cholesterol What is Cholsterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance (lipid) produced by the liver, which is vital for many functions in our body. It plays an important role in intracellular transport, cell signalling, nerve conduction and building and maintaining cell membranes. Cholesterol is a major element in the synthesis of bile acids, steroid hormones and sex hormones. ... moreWhat is Myofascial Pain?
What is Myofascial Pain syndrome? Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is the name of chronic musculoskeletal pain and is by far the most common cause of pain and also the most frequently overlooked cause of pain. Musculoskeletal pain is just another name for pain in your muscles and/or joints. Myofascial pain syndrome develops when so called myofascial trigger points are activated. ... moreWhat is Neck Pain?
What is Neck Pain? The neck is an important part of our anatomy; it has to support the weight of our head and protect our spinal cord. One very important aspect when it comes to neck pain is the fact that the muscles and nerves in the neck are responsible for moving and keeping the head in an upright position. ... moreWhat is Osteoarthritis?
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis, also known as osteoarthrosis or degenerative joint disease, is the most common type of arthritis characterised by the progressive deterioration of the cartilage in joints. The result is often pain, stiffness, inflammation and restricted movement. It is the leading cause of disability in people over the age of 55 in the UK affecting approximately 8.5 ... moreWhat is Osteoporosis?
What is Osteoporosis? About three million people in the UK have osteoporosis, a condition characterised by the progressive thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density. When bones become thin and brittle, the risk of fractures is greatly increased. So much so that osteoporosis is responsible for a broken bone in one in two women and one in five men over the age of 50. ... moreWhat is Sciatica?
What is Sciatica? Sciatica is the pain felt along the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in our body that runs from the lower back to each buttock and down each leg. It is estimated that about 40% to 50% of people in the UK experience sciatica pain at some point in their lives. ... moreWhat is Tennis Elbow?
What is Tennis Elbow? Lateral humeral epicondylitis, lateral epicondylitis, elbow tendinitis and epitrochlear bursitis all refer to what we commonly know as tennis elbow. Affecting about five in 1,000 people every year in the UK, tennis elbow is a cumulative trauma disorder (overuse injury) characterised by inflammation and pain on the lateral (outside) of the elbow, a bony part of the elbow called the lateral epicondyle. ... moreOsteoporosis Nutrition & Prevention
Osteoporosis Nutrition & Prevention Your bone structure and strength is largely determined by your genes, but your lifestyle helps shape how healthy your bones are throughout your lifetime. And it is never too late to prevent or slow down the development of osteoporosis. Below we have listed lifestyle elements that you can easily follow to build and maintain healthy bones and prevent fractures. ... moreAtherosclerosis Natural Treatments and Prevention
Atherosclerosis Natural Treatments and Prevention Natural atherosclerosis treatment Conventional treatment for atherosclerosis can have many unpleasant side effects. A natural alternative that many people find effective and safe is to take dietary supplements. Countless scientific, double-blind studies have shown that tocotrienols, tangeretin, nobiletin, grape seed extract and omega-3 fish oil (EPA/DHA) combined with basic vitamins and minerals may prevent and treat atherosclerosis. ... moreNeck Pain Treatment and Prevention
Neck Pain Treatment and Prevention The cause of neck pain will most likely determine the course of treatment; however, most cases of neck pain can be dealt with at home since the majority are due to muscle and joint inflammation caused by bad posture, tension and stress or muscle overuse. Conventional Back ... moreAllergic Asthma
What is Allergic Asthma? Allergic or extrinsic asthma is the most common type of asthma and results from breathing in certain allergens and irritants that cause an allergic reaction and asthma attack. Allergic asthma can affect anyone at any age, but children are more likely to suffer from this inflammatory condition. Researchers believe that both hereditary and environmental factors are responsible for allergic asthma. In ... moreThe Common Cold vs The Flu
The Common Cold Versus the Flu Colds and flu have several symptoms in common and some people find it difficult to tell them apart; so how can you tell if you just have a bad cold, the flu (seasonal flu) or even the much-talked about novel H1N1 flu, previously known as swine flu? Generally, the flu tends to be more severe than a common cold. The ... moreWhat is Hay Fever?
What is Hay Fever? Hay fever, also called seasonal allergic rhinitis, develops from an over-sensitive or abnormal immune response to airborne allergens (pollen, dust and animal dander), which are harmless, naturally occurring proteins in the environment. However, in a person predisposed to hay fever, the immune system erroneously identifies a harmless ... moreTypes of Headaches
Types of Headaches The International Headache Society classifies headaches into three categories: primary headaches, secondary headaches and cranial neuralgias, facial pain and other headaches. Primary Headaches More than 90% of all headaches fall into this category, which includes tension, migraine, cluster and hormone headaches. Primary headaches can have many causes but are not a result of an underlying disease or brain abnormality. Tension ... moreOsteoarthritis of the Knee
What is Osteoarthritis of the Knee? Affecting the knee joint, osteoarthritis of the knee is the second most common type of osteoarthritis after osteoarthritis of the spine. According to Arthritis Research Campaign, more than six million people in the UK have painful osteoarthritis in one or both knees. In 2006/2007, 62.150 primary knee replacements were performed in England and Wales, 97% of which were due to osteoarthritis. Anatomy ... morePreventing Back Pain
Preventing Back Pain Back pain is a very common problem; a problem that can often be prevented. For most of us, back pain is a combination of inflamed muscles and ligaments caused by incorrect posture, lifting weight and weak muscles due to lack of exercise. Not having an adequate intake of anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant nutrients also contributes to chronic inflammation of neck, shoulder and back muscles. Little ... moreSciatica Exercises
Sciatica Exercises Many people assume that if they have sciatica and are in pain they need complete bed rest. In reality, the opposite is true; while you should rest for a day or two when sciatica symptoms first appear, getting back to your day-to-day routine as quickly as possible and exercising will relieve sciatica symptoms and help you to recover faster. ... moreLiving with & Preventing Tennis Elbow
Living with and Preventing Tennis Elbow Whether or not you are a tennis player, if you have tennis elbow you know too well how bothersome and painful it can be. It needn't be though; there are various things you can do to manage your tennis elbow and prevent chronic reoccurrence. Follow the R.I.C.E. ... moreCholesterol Lowering Treatments
Cholesterol Lowering Treatments High cholesterol can often be lowered by lifestyle changes and natural means (see below). Unfortunately, however, pharmaceutical drugs are frequently prescribed instead. Conventional Cholesterol Treatments: Statins: These are the most popularly prescribed drugs and work by inhibiting the enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) in the liver, which produces cholesterol. Common statins include simvastatin and atorvastatin. ... moreMyofascial Pain Syndrome Treatments
Myofascial Pain Syndrome Treatments Conventional MPS treatments NSAIDS: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen and many more are used to treat muscle pain. However, long-term use of NSAIDs can lead to unpleasant and even fatal side effects such as digestive tract problems (ulcers, bleeding, heartburn, nausea and bloating); ... more
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