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Varicose veins are a common woe that many of us find ourselves grappling with. You know the deal – those swollen, twisted veins that pop up on our legs and make their presence felt, usually when we least expect it. But here’s the thing: catching them early is a game-changer. It’s not just about getting …
Varicose veins can be more than a simple cosmetic concern. They can also lead to discomfort and health issues. Fortunately, modern medicine offers a range of minimally invasive procedures for varicose vein removal. In this guide, we’ll explore these procedures to help you make an informed decision about your vein health. Varicose veins: What Are …
Swelling in the body can happen for many reasons. Summer heat can cause your arms or legs to swell if you’ve been sitting or standing for a while. Body parts can also swell from overuse or an injury. But sometimes, swelling is a sign of an underlying medical condition. More than half your body is …
For the past century people with weak hearts have been told to lower their salt intake, but until now there has been little scientific evidence behind the recommendation. The largest randomized clinical trial to look at sodium reduction and heart failure reported results simultaneously in The Lancet and at the American College of Cardiology’s 71st …
Oxygen is needed for us to survive and the body to function; as we breathe oxygen is brought into the lungs which is transported by red blood cells to the body to be used to produce energy and sustain life. Chronic wounds, infections, decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other serious conditions have been found …
Vitex rotundifolia/beach vitex/Man Jing Zi, a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine has been studied for its medicinal properties. In traditional medicine it is used to treat a variety of ailments ranging from eye problems to menstrual disorders. The medicinal plant is well known today for its anticancer properties as several studies have shown it …
Epsom salts are not really a salt at all, it’s a mineral compound comprised of sulfate and magnesium that has been used for centuries as remedy for a variety of ailments and uses ranging from beauty, home and garden. Sulfate and magnesium are readily absorbed into the skin. Over 325 enzymes within the body are …