More than thirty million people in the U.S. suffer from migraine headaches. That means that there is a migraine sufferer in twenty five percent of households, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders. Three-quarters of the nearly 30 million Americans who suffer from migraines are women. The reason may have to do with a…
Grapeseed oil (also called Grape seed oil or grape oil) is pressed from the seeds of grapes, and is thus an abundant by-product of winemaking. There are two primary uses for grapeseed oil: cosmetics and culinary applications. It is claimed to have all sorts of health benefits, but others disagree. Wondering what are the true benefits…
Acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), which is a more scientific way to describe heartburn, affects 50 percent of Americans. Although used interchangeably, there is a difference between heartburn and acid reflux. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid regurgitates up into the esophagus. Reflux is the cause of heartburn. However, some people have Acid…
Cucumbers are the fourth most cultivated vegetable in the world. Botanically, it belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family; and is known scientifically as Cucumis sativus. Cucumber has an impressive amount of water (about 96%) that is naturally distilled, which makes it superior to ordinary water. Its skin contains a high percentage of vitamin A, so should…
Cabbage is an economical and versatile vegetable that is easy to find in any supermarket. This vegetable can be eaten cooked or raw, but it often added to soups or stews. Fresh, dark green-leafy cabbage is incredibly nutritious. Cabbage is rich in various phytonutrients and vitamins like vitamin A, C & K, it’s also a…
Gum bleeding is very common and many people suffer from it. This is usually caused due to poor oral hygiene, but may also be indicative of other health conditions like pregnancy, vitamin deficiency, scurvy, leukemia or many other kinds of infections. A visit to your dentist is highly recommended, however you can take some steps…
Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the branches of wild trees that belong to the genus “Cinnamomum”, it’s one of the oldest known spices, sprinkled on toast and lattes. But extracts from the bark of the cinnamon tree have also been used traditionally as medicine throughout the world. Take a look at the health…
Nutrition is a vital component of our health. Our bodies require essential nutrients to provide us with energy, to build and maintain body tissues, and to regulate our body functions. An essential nutrient is a nutrient that the body cannot synthesize on its own — or not to an adequate amount — and must be provided…
A poor appetite can stem from many factors. Stress, depression, anxiety, worries, pregnancy and some diseases may be the main causes of appetite lacking — and that may mean that we’re not getting the calories and nutrition we need to stay healthy and recover from illness or surgery. But don’t worry, here are some great…
Back pain is a common health problem among middle-aged and elderly people, but at times young people also suffer from it. Back pain can occur for many reasons such as muscle tension, improper diet, lack of physical activity, arthritis, excessive physical labor, poor sitting posture and pregnancy. The good news is that most back pain…