Conditions + Treatments

The Sciatic Nerve Five pairs of nerve roots that come together to create the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in the body. The sciatic nerve extends from the spinal cord to the buttocks and hips and then down the back of the legs. Nerve roots from the sciatic nerve are components of the body’s nervous […]

People with high glucose levels in the body are often diagnosed as diabetics. The economic and health issues associated with diabetes frequently lead to depression. Researchers are unsure which comes first, a diagnosis of depression or a diagnosis of diabetes. A diagnosis of diabetes leads to symptoms of stress that contribute to depression in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetic patients. A diagnosis of depression sometimes reveals previously unknown high glucose levels, and ultimately a diagnosis of diabetes. Either way, high glucose levels have a profound effect on the emotional state of diabetic patients.

While toenail fungus can be an embarrassing problem, Cleveland Clinic estimates that as much as 20 percent of the population is affected by the condition. Also called onychomycosis, toenail fungus is usually characterized by yellowing of the toenails. Sometimes the toenails also thicken and have streaks of white, while other times the nails may become thin and even crumble away if the fungus is not treated. Toenail fungus can be treated with topical medications (anti-fungals), oral anti-fungals or, in some rare cases, surgical removal of the affected nail or nails.

Urinary tract infection, (UTI) is a common illness and can affect people of all ages, sex and from all cultures. Conversely, there are a few groups of people that are more susceptible to UTI than others. Women, for example hold a bigger risk of UTI. Patients with diabetes fall under this category as well. Furthermore, pregnant women with diabetes are more susceptible to UTI. Urinary tract infection is more recurrent and severe in patients with diabetes compared to non-diabetic patients. If you are diabetic, this article will show you how to prevent and treat a urinary tract infection.

Progesterone is a hormone that has a variety of functions in women. It is produced by the ovaries and is at different levels at different points in a woman’s monthly menstrual cycle. Progesterone levels rise after ovulation, which is the mid-cycle release of an egg. Low levels of progesterone can be normal in the early half of the menstrual cycle.

The stomach flu can stop your active toddler right in his tracks. You feel helpless as a parent when your toddler has the stomach flu. It can be horrible to watch your toddler vomit and have diarrhea. There is little you can do except to keep your toddler hydrated and comfortable.

College is a transition period. Students go from living at home under their parents’ rules to semi-independence in dorm rooms and campus apartments. Balancing social and academic needs can be overwhelming. Decrease your chances of becoming depressed by taking care of your body and staying connected to loved ones.

According to the American Heart Association, one out of every three U.S. adults suffers from high blood pressure (hypertension). Also known as the silent killer because it often displays no symptoms, high blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attack, and heart and kidney failure. Though there are medications available to treat high blood pressure, these are often not necessary; in fact, simple lifestyle changes are all that are needed to lower blood pressure and keep it in check.

Natural remedies to reduce blood pressure or hypertension are all under your control. Start making lifestyle and dietary changes in small steps so as not to overwhelm yourself. The remedies vary from consuming items that are known to help reduce blood pressure to using the mind-body connection to reduce stress. By making the proper changes, you will notice a difference in the quality of your life and your health.

According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, high blood pressure increases your risk of stroke, kidney disease and heart disease. If you have high blood pressure, or hypertension, it’s important to take steps to control it. While prescription medications are often prescribed to lower blood pressure, there are a number of natural ways to bring down blood pressure without resorting to medication.