Health Blog
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Hemorrhoids or Fissures?
Although these two conditions both appear in the same area, there are distinct differences...
For example, a hemorrhoid is when a vein in the anus becomes swollen while an anal fissure is when there is a tear or a crack in the anus.
We share more information about the symptoms, causes and ways to tackle these two conditions...
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How to Cope with Stretch Marks
Stretch marks can appear on different parts of the body, typically with the look of bands of lines running across the skin. Even rapidly growing adolescents can notice some stretch marks appearing. Find out more about the signs and symptoms of stretch marks... -
Reduce the Appearance of Stretch Marks
As the name suggests, stretch marks (striae) can appear when there is rapid stretching of the skin, appearing as parallel streaks of red, thinned glossy skin that over time become whitish and scar like in appearance. Find out more about the causes and what you can do to get rid of those stretch marks. -
Breakthrough New Research For Eczema
We have written on this subject before but now new research published in the British Journal of Dermatology has found that babies had a lower risk of developing atopic eczema in their first year IF their mothers take a Vitamin D supplement. -
Eczema is a Common Skin Condition in Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, there can be a whole list of unwanted discomforts that you might have to endure. In addition, pregnancy can trigger a lot of different changes in the skin for women. These can include eczema outbreaks. -
Pillows are Not Just For Laying Down Our Heads to Sleep
We share all the different ways with pillows which you can use to make your sleeping time more comfortable... -
Is Tattooing Your Legs a Solution to Cover Up Varicose Veins?
I went for a lovely walk along the beach today and I passed a woman who was heavily tattooed including some tattoos up and down her legs - and it got me thinking. What a novel way to cover up varicose veins...
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Pregnancy & Should You Think Twice About That Glucose Test?
You might want to think twice about challenging your body and that of your unborn baby with that artificial concoction that is the test for gestational diabetes or glucose intolerance when there are other safer options. -
Swim As Often As You Can For At Least 10 Health Benefits
Competitive swimmers are always in fantastic shape but even those who just swim for leisure and for pleasure know that they not only look great on the outside but feel just as good on the inside.
The health benefits of swimming are almost unmatched by just about any other sport or exercise.
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Fenugreek is One of the Top Antioxidant Foods
The Romans, Greeks and ancient Egyptians all cultivated fenugreek for its culinary and medicinal value, and today this tender annual plant has com... -
Could Breast Milk be the New Miracle Cure? - Part 2
Recently, I told you about how researchers were excited about the probable benefits of human breast milk for the treatment of many illnesses incl...
