Seeing blood in the stool is always worrying. Sometimes, it may be nothing, but there are cases when it could indicate a more serious issue. One thing is for sure: you must never ignore it! Medically known as hematochezia, blood in the stool is a signal that there’s bleeding happening […]
The way we sleep influences our body’s removal of waste and helps in pain management. The sleeping poses we choose will also affect everything in our body, from the brain to the gut. Left-side sleeping is considered by scientists to be the most beneficial. When we rest properly, we allow […]
Although dementia may not be preventable, scientists today know more about it than they did a while ago. They claim that by making certain lifestyle changes, people can decrease their risk of developing dementia. Dementia is a neurodegenerative syndrome that affects 50 million people globally and this number is expected […]
Our body is fighting off toxins on a daily basis. Toxins come from all the sides: from the foods we eat, the air we breathe, and from the meds we take. When it all becomes too much for the body, it can negatively affect health and make place for diseases […]
Turmeric is a popular spice and a common ingredient in curry powder in the US. In Asia, turmeric has long been used for plenty of its healing properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer ones. But there are cases when you should never take turmeric. We’ll discuss them below. Why Is […]
Neuropathy is nerve damage that happens in diabetic people or in people who’ve undergone chemo. Even though lifestyle changes and treatments may relieve the symptoms, supplements are also helpful. The common symptoms of neuropathy are tingling in certain body parts, a burning sensation, feeling ache even from the lightest touch, […]
Raw honey and coconut oil are versatile and healing ingredients. Today, they’re used for their amazing nutritional properties, as well as for their healing and cosmetic advantages in plenty of recipes. When combined together or with other healing ingredients, their power increases additionally. Below, check out five awesome ways of […]
Getting sufficient amounts of vitamin D is pivotal for a healthy body. This vitamin plays a role in keeping the bones strong and reducing the risk of some types of cancer. When there aren’t enough amounts of it in the body, this will begin to show through symptoms such as […]
Oxidative stress has a negative influence on immunity. Some of the major causes of oxidative stress in the body are pollution, alcohol consumption, cigarettes, UV radiation, etc. These factors speed up the aging process and encourage the creation of free radicals. Researchers have concluded that regular consumption of vitamin E […]
Zinc is a mineral that our body needs to fight off infections and to produce cells. Moreover, it participates in speeding up the healing of injuries and in the creation of DNA, the genetic blueprint in our cells. When a person doesn’t get enough zinc, side effects like low alertness, […]