Home » Archive

Articles in the Health and Fitness Category

Alternative Medicine, Health and Fitness »

[30 Apr 2008 | No Comment | ]

Chinese herbal remedies are part of the oldest science in the world. Some Americans find that they can throw away their
prescription medicines and all the negative side effects, in exchange for natural medicines. For instance, did you know that
Chinese herbal medicine has been used to treat osteoarthritis, liver damage, depression, sore throats and emphysema, to name
a few? The body is, after all, just a machine or a series of interconnected processes. Many things can disrupt that machine,
but the Chinese believe it is an imbalance, either the absence or excess of …

Health and Fitness, Lasik eye surgery »

[30 Apr 2008 | No Comment | ]

Laser eye surgery is a subject that is being heard discussed more and more frequently and which is gaining a great deal of attention in the media these days. While this high-tech corrective eye surgery is becoming better known, there is still a gap for many people in understanding exactly what it is and the various types of vision conditions it can correct. Below is some general information on the topic that can provide the basic essentials to understanding this modern, medical marvel.
It is simply no secret to anyone who …

Health and Fitness, Infertility »

[30 Apr 2008 | No Comment | ]

Today, there are modern and advanced technologies to help women conquer infertility. In vitro fertilization is one such procedure. The harsh fact of the matter is there are over 6.1 million individuals who are affected by some type of infertility. Some of these issues can be solved with minor surgeries or by taking medications orally or through injections; however, other types of procedures may be needed if the problem is more severe. In 1981, In Vitro Fertilization was successfully completed in the United States for the first time. Since that …

Acne, Health and Fitness »

[22 Feb 2008 | No Comment | ]

Although there are many acne treatments available on the market today, what might be deemed an effective acne product varies from person to person. Some of the factors involved during a search for acne treatments include a person’s body chemistry, skin type and the severity of the acne. The search may be frustrating and disheartening at times, but once a person does find the right treatment, the results are well worth the effort.
One of the oldest acne treatments for severe acne is Accutane, or its generic counterparts, which are a …

Health and Fitness, acid reflux »

[22 Feb 2008 | No Comment | ]

Gastroesophageal reflux (or “acid reflux” or “heartburn”) occurs when stomach and food acid reverses from the stomach back into the esophagus. Typically the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) acts as a valve and keeps food on its way down after you swallow. Reflux in infants is comprehensive because a baby’s LES is still weak, as the necessary muscles haven’t strengthened yet. Symptoms of acid reflux for adults include a burning sensation in the chest and throat or a bitter, puke-like flavor in the mouth. Some people with repeated symptoms of acid …