Watermelon is perhaps the most refreshing, thirst quenching fruit of all, it has everything you need to beat the scorching summer heat. Watermelon consists of 92% water and 8% sugar, so it is aptly named. It is rich in beta-carotene, folate, vitamin C, vitamin B5 and smaller amounts of B1, B2, B3 and B6. Recent…
Menstrual cramps, also known as dysmenorrhea, menstrual cramps are caused by contractions in the uterus. During each menstrual period, if there is no sperm to fertilize the egg, the uterus contracts to expel its lining. Most menstrual cramps are not serious and don’t signal that something is wrong with your body. Cramping can cause a…
Sinusitis, or a sinus infection, occurs when the sinuses and nasal passages become inflamed. Sinus infection is a common condition, with over 24 million cases annually in the U.S. It can be acute which will last for less than four weeks or chronic which will last for 8 weeks to 12 weeks. The symptoms of…
As summer approaches, most people spend more time outdoors; and with that comes the chance of developing a poison ivy allergy. Seven out of 10 people are allergic to poison ivy, making this the world’s most common allergy. Symptoms of allergies from poison ivy appears within 12 to 48 hours after exposure, include extreme itchiness…
Canker sores, which are sometimes called mouth ulcers, are blisters that develop in the mouth and whitish oval formations. It may only be the size of a pencil eraser, but a canker sore can be hard to ignore, that often cause severe discomfort while the affected person chews, speaks, or drinks fluids. The condition is…
Ringworm, also known as tinea, is a common skin infection that is caused by fungus, and is related to other fungal infections such as ringworm of the scalp, athlete’s foot and jock itch. You’ll know you are experiencing ringworm when you notice scaly, itchy, round red spots on your skin. Ringworm can spread to other…
The mosquitoes consume blood from living vertebrates, including humans, they are always ready to attack us with their sharp needles. Mosquitoes can carry life-threatening diseases, but for many people, torturous itchiness feels like more of a threat. While you can buy treatments for mosquito bites, there are a lot of home remedies that can relieve…
Home remedies for pink eye will help reduce your pain and to get quick relief. Pink eye (also known as conjunctivitis) is an uncomfortable eye illness caused by allergies or infections. It can occur due to viruses, bacteria, and allergies. All types of pink eye cause itching, swelling, redness and watery eyes. Generally, pink eye…
Asked to describe an eggplant, most would mention dark purple, glossy, and shaped like a very large teardrop. The nutritious eggplant, also called brinjal or aubergine, is a very low calorie vegetable, it contains many vitamins and minerals that are beneficial to one’s health. Eggplants are a good source of antioxidants, dietary fiber, vitamin C,…
A toothache (also termed dental pain, odontalgia, or odontogenic pain), is any pain or soreness within or around a tooth or the jaw. The most common cause of toothache is tooth decay, dental trauma (e.g. a crack or fracture), or a filling with an imperfect seal. If you have toothache, it is best to seek…