The Cause:
Water retention is also called edema - include too much salt or alcohol, long periods
of inactivity and hormonal fluctuations.
Our systems are usually pretty expert at balancing the levels of fluid in our bodies, but
some things can temporarily upset that balance, causing the body to retain more water
than it needs.
The Solutions:
First up, ditch the salt- […]

The Cause:
When the skin is stretched quickly, it loses its elasticity, causing the connective fibres
to break. They are common in pregnancy, but they can also strike when someone either
gains or loses weight rapidly.
The Solution:
There really isn’t a quick or effective fix. The only thing you can do is let time take its
course. As time goes […]

What is it?
Tightness, aching and pain in the lower region of your back. If it travels down the back
of your leg, it might be sciatica. If it’s sudden, or worse in the morning, you may have
damaged a disc.
What’s caused it?
General lower back pain is largely caused by poor posture. Weak abdominal muscles […]

Black Tongue is a term used to describe a black stain on the top of the tongue. It is a harmless condition but it often gives people a fright when they first notice it.
What causes it?
In many cases, the cause of black tongue is unknown. It is common in smokers and in people whose diets […]

Soreness, tension or aching in our neck, often made worse by sudden movement.
Causes of  Stiff Neck?
Sleeping awkwardly, sitting or sleeping in a draught, holding the phone between your head and shoulder or  turning suddenly. Many people also strain their neck by doing sit-ups incorrectly. The move comes fromthe neck, rather than the abs.
What can […]

There are two ways to decaffeinate coffee, commonly referred to as either
direct or indirect decaffeination. This means the solvents used to remove the caffeine
may directly or indirectly come in contact with the beans.In the past, methylene chloride was often used as a solvent.
 This is called to cause cancer in humans, so is not used often. […]

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic degenerative and often disabling
disease. It may cause fatigue, impaired vision, loss of balance and muscle coordination, slurred
speech, tremors, stiffness, incontinence, difficulty walking, short-term memory loss, mood swings
and even paralysis. People with MS live with its unpredictable physical and emotional effects for
the rest of their lives.
What is the cause of […]

Alcohol dehydrates the skin and robs it of vital nutrients, causing premature ageing,
dry, flaky skin and the fine lines. It can increase the damage to skin by free radicals (toxic
molecules in the skin stimulated by air pollution, smoking and sun damage).
Alcohol dilates blood vessels and can starve the skin of oxygen. This in turn can […]

Often people with diabetes don’t know they have heart disease until they
experience a heart attack.
Typical symptoms of heart attack include:
* squeezing or crushing chest pain going down the arms
* arm or jaw discomfort
* feeling anxious, sweaty, breathless or weak
People with diabetes may have different symptoms when experiencing
a heart attack, such as:
* no signs at […]

Tinnitus is a symptom rather than a condition but it’s
very common.
Most people have tinnitus at some point in their lives and it doesn’t have
to mean there’s something wrong, although the noise is often very annoying.
The main symptom is unexplainable ringing or buzzing noises.
Types of Treatment:
Counselling is important being fitted with a hearing aid often alleviates […]