Acne is the most common skin disorder with over 10% of people aged 25 – 44 suffering from acne at some point, and over 85% of people aged 12 – 25 experiencing acne at some time. Importantly, acne can become infected if ignored, creating scars, and pockmarks that become permanent blemishes on your face. I don't want this to happen to you, so I've detailed some excellent treatments on the website below. Acne is a disease called seborrhea or seborrheic dermatitis. Acne occurs when the sebaceous glands, under your skin, become contaminated with either of the following: Dirt Dead skin Excess sebum oil Acid waste Bacteria Toxic matter Under normal circumstances, the sebaceous glands release oil that is excreted through…
Many women tend to experience heartburn symptoms when they are still carrying their babies, and this happens for several reasons. One of these is the increase of hormones in women's bodies while they are pregnant. The occurrence of this will result in softening the ligaments which function is to keep the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) firmly closed. When the LES rests at unsuitable periods, the tendency is, this will let the gastric acid and food to reflux back to the esophagus and throat. One more reason for experiencing heartburn during pregnancy is because the changes in the body and the development of the baby creates more pressure in the woman's stomach. Therefore, the stomach contents are forced right into the…
There a many vitamins and minerals that are necessary for good hair health and to prevent hair loss. These two nutrients are first on the list to add to your diet. Find out why these nutrients are so important for keeping your hair. Iodine Iodine is vital to your hair growth. Sheep farmers long ago found that vegetation-lacking iodine due to iodine-depleted soil would adversely affect the growth of wool in their sheep. Likewise, to avoid hair loss, you need iodine. Iodine is synthetically added to table salt, however, in this form, it is not assimilated well into your body and can, therefore, cause iodine overload. An excess of iodine in the body can adversely affect the thyroid. The lack…
Stress can be defined as an excess of the adrenal gland in reaction to the initial or ongoing stressors in a person's life. Stress can cause many different health problems. Stress is what causes the adrenal glands to raise adrenaline, and this is the initial stressor for any individual. Stress can occur from the loss of a job, the loss of a loved one, the death of a spouse, moving to a new city, and other factors that can make you feel anxious and stressed. Stress is one of the first things we learned in school, but it is one of the most misunderstood subjects that most people really have no idea what it is. Well, this is not true,…
Snoring is a sleep disorder that affects the individual most of the time. It can have serious consequences, and it is, therefore, important to diagnose this problem as soon as possible. There are various methods of treating snoring. In a severe case of snoring, the patient may be asked to change his bed style. A person suffering from severe snoring will sleep on his back. It is therefore advisable to make the bed on a higher level and provide more pillows for better support and comfort. Snoring is caused by the blockage of airways in the throat, which reduces the amount of oxygen in the body and leads to bad breathing. Apart from breathing problems, snoring also causes excessive stress…
If you have even a passing interest in the topic of acne, then you should take a look at the following information. This enlightening article presents some of the latest news on the subject of acne. 1. Avoid Scrubbing and Abrasives Scrubbing and abrasives should be avoided. Experts have said that they irritate the skin, which should be left intact as a natural barrier against the acne-causing bacteria. 2. Sun for Beautiful Skin As you may know, the sun does kill bacteria, but it doesn't mean that it won't harm the skin. Note that the sun also acts as an astringent that dries, tightens, and clogs the skin pores. Thus, you should just spend limited time under the sun. At…
People who are diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder usually try a variety of treatments. Medications, cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle changes, and psychotherapy are among the available treatments. But does anyone really know what causes anxiety? This article attempts to answer that question. No one knows for sure what causes generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). We do know that genes and family history play a role in the likelihood of developing GAD. And although the specific cause of anxiety disorder is not yet clear, certain behaviors, emotions, or physical sensations can be caused by both biological and genetic factors. Because it's impossible to predict or "cure" generalized anxiety disorder, it makes sense to treat it before it develops into full-blown GAD. Some…
Most of us have heard that too much hat-wearing or poor circulation to the scalp can cause hair loss. These causes all have been proven to be myths, and the real causes of hair loss are stress, health, and hormones. Stress can cause your hair to literally fall out. Usually, the hair loss occurs 3 months after you've gone through the stressful period. Then you will need another 3 months after you begin losing hair for your hair growth to begin again (if the stress has been diffused). Your body's built-in healing process considers your emotional problem so important, that it ignores your hair putting it into a resting phase. This resting phase is known as Telogen Effluvium. Stress can…
Have you ever called a chiropractor for help with your back pain? If you haven't, then you should. You're not alone. A chiropractor is a type of medical doctor. They are usually licensed and do a variety of different types of work. Typically, they will specialize in one type of health care. A chiropractor can help people with everything from injuries to pain relief. If you have any type of upper back problems, you should probably look into getting your problem evaluated by a chiropractor. He or she can help you with fixing whatever is causing the pain. It could be an injury, just the usual wear and tear of life, or it could be something more serious. There are…
Sleep apnea is a condition that affects a huge number of people each year. It affects the way you fall asleep, the amount of sleep you get, and how long it takes you to wake up. Without proper rest, you can be more likely to suffer from fatigue throughout the day. And, if you have sleep apnea, your sleep may not be good enough to get through the day. You may not even know that you are having a problem since most people will attribute it to some other problem. That's because sleep apnea is something that we can't always see, smell, or hear. It doesn't show up on the physical exam, so it is hard to detect on our…