Swelling in the feet is caused by an accumulation of excess fluid within the body tissues, often attributed to impaired circulation or other medical conditions that cause the body to retain excess fluid. If you notice edema in your feet and ankles, here are some things you can do. 1) Check your shoes. Ill-fitting footwear […]
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The heart is one of the most hard-working muscles in the body. Each day, it pumps blood to each and every organ in the body, so the organs can get enough oxygen and work properly. Congestive Heart Failure (commonly known as CHF,) combined with fluid buildup can weaken the heart, thus inhibiting its ability to […]
What is diathermy? Diathermy is the use of electromagnetic energy to produce heat within tissue. Electramatic energy can heat tissue at a depth of 3-5 centimeters below the surface of the skin without burning the skin or tissue. Diathermy is performed with a special machine and an electromagnetic coil that directs electromagnetic energy into the […]
Ma Huang, or Ephedra Stem, is a misunderstood herb. It was popular back in the 80s as an enhancement sport as well as a weight loss supplement. However, after reported cases of death and other health problems, the supplement was finally banned by the FDA in 2006. Unfortunately, not much is said about the real […]
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The human body is made up of 75% water. Water is so vital to our health, that, we can only live about three days without it. However, too much water stored inside our bodies can be detrimental to our health as well. The common symptoms of water retention are a distended stomach, bloated legs and […]
When a child dwells in an environment which does not supply enough high biological value (HBV) protein (essential amino acid building blocks), yet supplies enough non protein energy building blocks (carbs and fat), nutritional imbalance arises, surfacing in their bodies and minds as symptoms and signs typical of the disease known as kwashiorkor.[1] Kwashiorkor is […]