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Nail Fungus An Annoying Persistent Problem

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 23:48:17 -0400

Nail fungus is annoying problem that is known in the medical world as Tinea unguium or Onychomycosis. It can appear in the toenails on your feet or the fingernails on your hands. This type of condition appears when microscopic organisms, called dermatophytes, begin growing in the soft tissues underneath the nails. It is really for this type of infection to get worse because it is in the perfect dark and moist environment. Even worse, it is offered protection from the nail. When this type of infection takes hold, the areas of skin that surround the nail become inflammed and irritated. As nail fungus becomes worse, you will be able to see slight changes in both the finger/toenail and the nail bed. It can become pretty serious with constant pain, bleeding and even the cuticles becoming detached. This type of infection can be passed from one person to the next and lives in places that are warm and moist. More people have trouble with toenail fungus because shoes and socks give it a better place to breed and multiply in. Many times, it is picked up in public bathrooms, pools or locker rooms. **End Summary** Topics: nails]]> fingernail]]> toenail]]> nail fungus]]> fungus nails]]> nail infection]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

How A Colon Cleanse Works

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 23:37:39 -0400

A colon cleanse (hydrotherapy) is a procedure where impacted waste, toxic chemicals and mucous are removed from the bowel. This procedure is nothing new. It has been around for several thousand years. It is gaining popularity with the general population, though. It is a modern day way of detoxing and removing unwanted toxins from the body. Our colons are between 5 and 6 feet long and is a crucial part of our digestive systems. It is responsible for absorbing water and minerals then finally removing waste from the body, through the anus. This process is the body's way of naturally getting rid of toxins and waste. It does not normally require outside help to perform up to standards. The problem lies in how we live today. The things we eat and our busy schedules often force our digestive systems to function ineffectively or poorly. The toxins in the environment and eating food with too much sugar in it can contribute to gaining weight and an overload of toxins in the colon. When our digestive systems slow down and the colon begins to fill with waste it can start leaking toxic materials into the bloodstream. **End Summary** Topics: colon cleanse]]> hydrotherapy]]> detox]]> detoxify]]> detoxifying]]> remove body waste]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Ulcers Can Be Eliminated If Caught Early

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 23:37:04 -0400

Peptic ulcers can be found in the lining of the stomach or in the duodenum, the upper part of the intestines. If you were to test an ulcer in the lab you would find chemicals such as hydrochloric acid and pepsin. If the ulcer is found in the upper part of the intestines it is called a duodenal ulcer, and if it is found in the stomach the term gastric ulcer is given. The most affected are men between the ages of thirty and fifty. Women, who are middle aged and older, can also get them. People who are suffering with ulcers often complain about a pain in their abdomen that is gnawing or burning. It often sticks around for a few days or weeks at a time. After eating, it might start to become painful and is often times worse when a meal is skipped. An empty stomach seems to be a trigger for this dull achy pain. If you are suffering with a peptic ulcer you might notice that you are losing weight, purging, are not usually hungry of feel pain while you are eating. **End Summary** Topics: ulcer]]> ulcers]]> stomach ulcer]]> stomach problem]]> stomach pain]]> peptic ulcer]]> german chamomile]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

When Conjunctivitis Causes Problems

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 23:30:38 -0400

Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, occurs when the conjunctiva becomes inflammed. The conjunctiva is a transparent membrane that protects the interior of the eyelids and part of the eye that we can see, from the outside. Conjunctivitis can look really nasty and hurt worse than it actually is. When you first notice it alarm signals can ring loudly. In almost all cases, pinkeye does not cause any permanent damage to your eyesight. Make sure that you see a doctor so that you can get it diagnosed and treated as early as you can. Even though it rarely causes long term problems it can be extremely contagious and a lengthy problem can lead to damage to the soft tissues in your eye! Some signs that conjunctivitis is present often include: eye discomfort, infection (usually starts in one eye and spreads to the other), redness, eyelids swelling, discharge, light sensitivity, teariness, pain, itchiness and tenderness. Most of the time, pain and blurry vision are not symptoms but can also tell you that something else is wrong. There are several things you can do at home to treat pinkeye. None of these require a doctor but I still recommend you see one. **End Summary** Topics: conjunctivitis]]> pinkeye]]> pink eye]]> eye pain]]> conjunctiva]]> eye inflammation]]> eye infection]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Anxiety Disorder Is Not Anxiety

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 22:56:29 -0400

Anxiety disorder does not refer to one type of problem but to many such as: generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety disorder and post traumatic stress disorder. Nobody goes through their life without dealing with feeling anxious, at least once. Things that can make one feel anxious are social problems at work, facing a difficult decision or before taking an important test. These are all examples of typical situations and they are much different than an actual anxiety disorder. The symptoms can be so severe that it can become difficult for an individual to lead a normal life. Do not let anyone tell you different, an anxiety disorder is a very serious mental condition that should be addressed by professional help. If you feel more comfortable starting at your family doctor then that is fine but in the end you will likely end up talking to a psychiatrist. **End Summary** Topics: anxiety disorder]]> anxiety]]> stress]]> ocd]]> obsessive compulsive disorder]]> social anxiety disorder]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Finding Ways Past Passive Aggressive Behavior

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 22:19:04 -0400

When somebody is feeling stressed it is possible for them to end up displaying passive aggressive behavior, or passive avoidance behavior. Instead of dealing with their emotions in constructive ways a person displaying this type of behavior is likely to act out indirectly and in disruptive ways. These types of behavior are often very strange. A passive aggressive is likely to do things such as intentionally forget a celebration with a loved one or insulting someone with a joke, but indirectly. They are not likely to come right out front and say something to an individual. Other things that often appear are: always blaming someone else for their own mistake or behavior, constantly forgetting things, not relating to others on an emotional level and constantly disappointing those close to them. If a person they love does them wrong they are likely to get back at them by using sabotage or deceit, while when confronted face to face they will deny any involvement in wrongdoing. The reason that this disorder appears in people is often because they went through traumatic childhood experiences where negative emotion is treated as being selfish or uncouth. **End Summary** Topics: passive aggressive]]> passive aggressive behavior]]> passive avoidance]]> passive agressive]]> ]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Detecting Osteoporosis Early Is Important

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:25:04 -0400

Osteoporosis is a medical condition where the bone is caused to lose it's density. As it develops, the bone starts to become porous and in the end not nearly as strong as it used to be and also very brittle. Because of this, a person who suffers with it is much more likely to have bone fractures even with the slightest of injury. Osteoporisis has earned the nickname 'The Silent Disease' because it does not cause any pain and develops very slowly. Every bone in our body is made of protein, calcium and collagen. These substances, working together, keep our bones both strong and healthy. As we age, the formation of the bone changes and density is slowly lost. If there is a low level of calcium, certain minerals and phosphorous the bones begin to become weak and osteoporosis begins. Some people only get a milder form of this condition called osteopenia, which is characterized by bones that are weak and not as dense as they should be. Women who are in the midst of menopause are more likely to have osteoporosis than other people, male or female. It usually appears after the age of fifty. **End Summary** Topics: osteoporosis]]> bone density]]> bone problems]]> aging bones]]> brittle bones]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Ways To Avoid Motion Sickness

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:23:19 -0400

Motion sickness, or travel sickness, is a terrible feeling that leaves you feeling nauseous and not comfortable and occurs when traveling in a boat, car, train, airplane, using a swing or using rides at an amusement park. It is not unheard of for it to become serious enough that vomiting and cold appear suddenly. Anyone can experience motion sickness but it appears more often in kids who are very young. The symptoms are usually minor but keep in mind that if purging occurs for a long period of time a person can become easily dehydrated and sudden drops in blood pressure are not unheard of. Motion sickness develops when our senses send messages to each other which conflict. The inner ear is especially effected because it is responsible for keeping everything balanced and you standing steadily on your feet. There are tiny receptors in all of our joints and across our skin which keep tabs on what parts of the body are moving and where each body part is in relation to the next. Just imagine that you are in the back seat of a car looking at a magazine. **End Summary** Topics: motion sickness]]> sea sickness]]> travel sickness]]> inner ear]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Do You See Floaters In Your Eye?

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:19:03 -0400

You might have seen it before, tiny spots that enter your field of vision for no apparent reason. What you were seeing is likely floaters. Floaters make a shadow that looms over the retina and then the retina sends the information to the brain. The end result is an image being seen. What you see is tiny specks that move slowly across your field of vision. They are more likely to appear in special conditions such as the right amount of light or background. For example, when you look at an ordinary background such as a white wall you might be more likely to see floaters. They appear in all different shapes like dots, strings or cobwebs. So I'm sure you are thinking this whole thing is kind of bizarre. But there is a good explanation for what these things are. There is a clear fluid in the eye called vitreous humor. Sometimes it becomes somewhat clumped together and causes floaters to occur. When you try to take a closer look at a floater they often disappear or jump from your field of vision. **End Summary** Topics: floater]]> floater]]> eye problems]]> blindness]]> blind]]> vitreous humor]]> retina]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Methods To Control Hot Flashes

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:37:14 -0400

A hot flash makes a woman feel like her upper body is suddenly becoming warm, but particularly so from the neck up. You will find this condition mostly in women who are in menopause, especially perimenopause. They can also be caused by certain types of medication or habits. Hot flashes are often accompanied by other symptoms including sweating, rapid heartbeat, nausea, flushed appearance and dizzy spells. Sometimes hot flashes are accompanied by sweating in the middle of the night. These can be so extreme as to wake you up during a deep sleep and end up leading to sleep problems. A hot flash can last from thirty seconds to a few minutes. They usually stick around for about 5 years but in some cases can last up to 10 years. The exact cause of hot flashes has not been discovered, though there is ongoing research. Many specialists believe that it is caused by the female hormone estrogen. When this chemical drops it is suspected that it directly affects the hypothalamus, which is responsible for regulating body temperature. Because of this the body releases certain chemicals and the blood vessels in the skin begin to dilate. **End Summary** Topics: hot flashes]]> menopause]]> black cohosh]]> pasque flower]]> estrogen]]> perimenopause]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

How To Naturally Turn Down Your Metabolism

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:36:51 -0400

Metabolism describes the body's ability to break down food and turn it into energy. Our body never stops trying to metabolize even while we are sleeping, thinking and eating! If we did not have the ability to metabolize what we eat then we would not be able to survive. It is required to allow us to move around, create new cells, protect the body from unwanted toxins, heal ourselves after an injury, create new tissue and to keep our body temperatures regulated. When you eat a meal, your metabolism moves into high gear as the stomach begins to digest the food. After you are all done eating your body secretes several enzymes that work to break the food down into substances that it can use for energy. These include fatty acids, sugars, proteins and amino acids. As they become available, they are slowly secreted throughout the body via the blood. Cells store up reserves and use the stores to allow us to do everything that occurs throughout the day! Energy reserves are also stored in the body as fat and muscle so that it can be called upon in time of need. **End Summary** Topics: metabolism]]> diet]]> metabolizing food]]> guarana]]> taraxacum officinalis]]> increase metabolism]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Protect Your Child From Pinworms

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:38:15 -0400

Pinworms are very small, whitish in color and when inspected closely look much like a string of thread. Kid's who are younger than the age of 10 can get them very easily but they can also appear in adults. They are not dangerous and can be treated very easily. Watch your child closely. Some of the common symptoms include an itch around the anus, purging, loss of appetite and pain while eating. If you think your child has any of the symptoms then take them to a doctor for further confirmation. The doctor is likely to take a swab test from the anus in order to see if any eggs are present. This test is then sent off to a laboratory for analysis. Pinworms can be passed from person to person, especially among children. During the night, as the victim sleeps, the female crawls out of the anus and lays her eggs. This is what causes the itching to occur. The itch is so terrible that it will cause your child to scratch it with their fingernails and the eggs end up underneath them. **End Summary** Topics: pinworms]]> pinworm]]> child health]]> worms]]> worms children]]> chamomilla]]> cina]]> anus itch]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Why Fears Become Phobias

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:38:05 -0400

A phobia is a fear that is so intense it causes a person to quit functioning rationally and normally. There is a big difference between a normal fear and a phobia. When someone is simply afraid of something there is a good chance that that something could actually cause them physical or mental harm. Phobias are different because the fear that is experienced is not rational and could not normally cause the person any type of harm. Let's say that someone has a phobia about mice. In reality, the mice cannot actually harm us; but to someone with a phobia the mouse might pose a life and death danger, which is imagined. If you consider your fear to have reached proportions that are irregular then it would be wise to visit a psychologist. They will ask many questions about how you feel when you are afraid and how it affects your life. Try and keep a journal recording these types of things so that when your doctor asks you do not have to rely on your memory for information. Commonly, phobias appear alongside other psychological disorders like anxiety or depression. **End Summary** Topics: phobia]]> phobias]]> phobic]]> passiflora incarnata]]> anxiety]]> panic attack]]> panic]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Common Signs Of Parkinson's Disease

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:35:04 -0400

Parkinson's disease affects the nervous system and belongs to a group called movement disorders. The most obvious symptoms of Parkinson's is rigid muscles, tremoring in the arms and legs, trouble walking and slow movement. The cause of this occurs when the nerve cells begin to degenerate and the brain reacts by producing dopamine. Dopamine is very important because it is responsible for stimulating the motor neurons which are important when we try to think about something. If there is a sudden decrease then the nerves are not able to control movement as efficiently as they used to be able to. As time passes, more loss of movement control is experienced. Many scientists are convinced that these symptoms result from the combination of genes and environmental conditions. The initial symptoms are barely noticable then, as time goes by, start to become more severe. In the US, alone, more than one and a half million people have been diagnosed with this disease. Nobody is immune to it but it is more often seen in whites. It also usually appears late in life around the age of sixty. **End Summary** Topics: parkinsons disease]]> rigid muscles]]> tremoring]]> parkinson]]> lovodopa]]> carbidopa]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Overactive Or ADHD Child?

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:48:20 -0400

It is totally normal for a child to be full of energy, very alive and to have a hint of mischief in their blood. In some cases, kid's can be really loud, unable to sit still, demanding and always after your attention. Many people would simply call this kind of activity as hyperactive or overactive. Children who are overactive can really disrupt situations and are really difficult to keep under control. As a result, the child often receives attention in a negative way. It is important to keep in mind whether or not your kid's behavior is normal for his/her age range. When a child is five or six years old they are normally so full of energy that they find it difficult to sit in any one place for long. If this kind of behavior is still present at the age of eight it is developmentally inappropriate. More times than not, overactive behavior is not something that should be taken too seriously and is often something else entirely. It will be important to work with your child in finding an activity that they can channel all of their extra energy into. **End Summary** Topics: adhd]]> adhd children]]> adhd child]]> attention deficit hyperactive disorder]]> hyperactive child]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

The Benefits Of A Yoga Routine

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 21:50:23 -0400

Yoga is a wonderful way to exercise and has many benefits for both the mind and the body. It has been shown to help many people get through difficult health disorders that they might not have been otherwise able to get past. In this article, we will discover some of the many benefits that yoga offers. Possibly the most noticable physical result of practicing yoga is increased flexibility. Many of the positions focus on certain joints in your body and many joints end up being exercised that might have otherwise gone ignored. It also helps to keep your tendons, joints and ligaments well lubricated. If you are an unflexible person then you might give it a shot. There have been many people who thought they could never be flexible and ended up flexible in ways they could have never imagined. As you do the exercises, you unconsciously increase your flexibility in just about every pose. The beginner exercise are easy enough for just about anyone to do and you can work your way up from the bottom. When you think about massage I bet you do not relate it to your organs. **End Summary** Topics: yoga]]> flexibility]]> detoxify body]]> yoga routine]]> starting yoga]]> exercise]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Identifying A Nervous Breakdown

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 21:50:16 -0400

When a person has a collapse, either emotionally or psychologically, it is often because of a nervous breakdown. A nervous breakdown is not a specific problem but a general term that covers a whole variety of mental illnesses. A person is typically diagnosed with it when they find themselves not able to exist in social roles that they once participated in. It is often accompanied by feelings of inadequacy, depression and losing touch with what is real or not real. Many times it shows up after a person has been in a long battle with stress and did not deal with it when it should have been dealt with early. This type of problem can make it difficult to deal with many social and work functions of your life and can occur without notice. Not only does a nervous breakdown attack your head but it can exhaust you physically and emotionally, as well. It can leave you feeling exhausted, weak, confused, disoriented, worthless and even cause you to cry without notice. Your self esteem can take a hard hit while your confidence slides to an all time low. **End Summary** Topics: nervous breakdown]]> anxiety]]> anxious]]> hopelessness]]> depression]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Tips For Preventing Muscle Strains

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 21:49:32 -0400

Our bones have both muscles and tendons attached to them. Without muscles and tendons we would find it incredibly difficult to move around. Sometimes we unwillingly move our bodies too far in one direction and a muscle strain occurs. What happens is that the muscle and tendon are pulling in one direction while you are pulling in the other direction. A sprain is very different when only the ligament is involved. People who choose to participate in sports are more likely to suffer a muscle strain but that does not mean it cannot happen to any of us at anytime. You can easily strain a muscle by slipping on the ice and trying to catch yourself or while playing a friendly game of backyard football. Telltale signs that you have strained something are severe pain, swelling, weakness in the muscle or spasms. It is really easy to strain muscles in your legs and back. These are the two most common types of injuries. Tendonitis is also well known for it's ability to cause muscle strains. It is characterized by a tendon becoming inflammed. Other types of strains include forearm and elbow injuries. **End Summary** Topics: muscle strain]]> pulling muscle]]> muscle]]> muscle injury]]> exercises]]> elbow injuries]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Fighting Off Muscle Cramps

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:37:18 -0400

When a muscle involuntarily tightens and is unable to relax it usually results in a cramp. A muscle cramp can appear suddenly and at any time during the day. People often encounter them when they are doing activities like basketball, yoga, sleeping or staying stagnant for a long period of time. The pain can last anywhere from a couple of seconds to a quarter of an hour, or more. They can also keep going away and coming back repeatedly. Any muscle in our body can fall victim to a cramp. There are three groups of muscles that are more likely to fall victim and these are all in the legs. The quadriceps, hamstring and calf muscles are most likely to fall victim. Other body parts that are likely to cramp up include the urinary passages, stomach, bronchial tree, uterus, biliary system, blood vessels and intestines. Cramps can cause mild pain or result in extremely serious pain for their duration. Adults are more likely to develop cramps than children. People who exercise intensely are more likely to have them because they often exert themselves so hard on a regular basis. **End Summary** Topics: muscle cramps]]> muscle]]> muscle]]> muscle cramping]]> cramps]]> cramping]]> passiflora incarnata]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Dealing With Motor Tics In Children

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:36:05 -0400

Some people have a problem with their muscles making sudden spasms or movements that they cannot control, otherwise known as motor tics. They do not appear gradually but all of a sudden the involuntary movements strike. As you can imagine, these types of spasms are very frustrating and can wreak havoc on your social and work life. Adults often have to deal with motor tics but they are much more common in children. In certain cases, they show up in early childhood and then continue into the adult years. Controlling them can be extremely difficult and frustrating. You can easily control it to trying to hold off a big sneeze that really wants to come out. Some of the things you might expect to see are uncontrollable blinking, your face making grimaces or your extremities moving suddenly and with no warning. When tics appear in children they often only stick around for a very short time, a matter of weeks. When kids go through a large amount of stress this is even more the case. Other people are not so fortunate, their tics can stick around for many years. **End Summary** Topics: motor tics]]> tourettes]]> tourettes syndrome]]> tics children]]> child conditions]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Diagnosing And Fighting Migraines

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:36:04 -0400

Migraines are a headache in a class of their own. They cause incredible amounts of pain and cause you to miss out on big chunks of life. When a migraine appears, it can stick around for four to seventy two hours and causes a host of symptoms including purging, nausea, sensitivity to lights and sounds and a state of mental confusion. There is one type of symptom that is generally seen in these type of headaches. These migraine auras appear as hallucinations and sudden flashing lights which can appear even before the headache has taken hold. Headaches with these types of symptoms are also known as 'Classic Migraines'. Each individual will experience this type of headache differently with symptoms lasting many hours or only briefly. For some people, migraines are a constant fear in their lives. Other people might only have one or two migraines in a year. Luckily, there are many ways to treat migraine headaches in this day and age. Symptoms can be tamed down immensely and the frequency of headaches can be slowed down to a high degree. **End Summary** Topics: headache]]> migraine]]> migraine headache]]> migraine help]]> bad headache]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Dealing With A Swollen Knee

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:34:24 -0400

When a knee becomes swollen it causes proper movement to become difficult. It is likely that it also causes stiffness and tightness in the joint. Doctors see more patients with swollen knees than any other type of knee problem. It is especially important to see a doctor if you have been experiencing swelling for more than 48 hours or having a lot of pain with it. Arthritis is the most common cause of knee swelling. There are also a number of other things that can cause it including: infection, cruciate ligament tear, injury, meniscal tear, strain during exercise, collateral ligament tear, softening of the cartilage, fluid build up due to infection, tendonitis, bursitis and gout. A visit to the doctor is likely to result in a prescription anti-inflammatory and possibly a pain killer. Make sure that you look closely at the side effects because they are often worse than the knee pain, itself. Today, many people are using natural and homeopathic remedies to deal with joint discomfort. There are a wide variety of options to choose from. Magnesium phosphoricum and Matricaria recutita will both help you with inflammation and also ease the pain in your knees. **End Summary** Topics: swollen knee]]> knee problems]]> obesity]]> joints]]> joint pain]]> knee pain]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Impetigo - What is It, What Causes It and Is it Just a Cold Sore?

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:34:13 -0400

The two types of bacteria that cause the very contagious skin infection, impetigo, are staph and strep. Kids between the ages of two and six are most likely to have it appear on them. In it's early stages it looks innocent enough. It can start from something as simple as a tiny scratch or a sore that looks akin to a fever blister. A blister is then formed and it begins to secrete a brownish-yellow covering. It then has the ability to spread to others through use of their personal items. This can be things like washcloths, clothes, telephone or kitchen utensils. This skin condition can appear as one of two types, non-bullous and bullous impetigo. The type that is most often encountered is the non-bullous strain. This is the type that is caused by staph and strep and is characteristic of the brownish-yellow blisters. Bullous is only caused by the staph bacteria and is characteristic of breakages in the skin. Staphylococcus and streptococcus bacteria are normally harmless until they are able to find a break in the skin where they inevitably enter and end up causing infection. **End Summary** Topics: impetigo]]> cold sore]]> staph]]> strep]]> bactroban]]> fever blister]]> mouth blister]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Time for a Tune-Up (Not for Your Car - For YOU!)

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:32:46 -0400

Things are not exactly as they used to be. Your body is an intricate machine, and like all high-tech machinery, it needs taken care of. If you put cheap gas in your car, or forget to change the oil on a regular basis, the repair bills will soon let you know that you made some poor choices in car care. It is much the same with us. Your body is not designed to deal well with ridiculous amounts of chemicals you are exposed to or the myriad types of synthetic substances that you are ingesting. Diseases are finding ways around medical science and becoming more prevalent than ever. Many people are starting to get involved in holistic treatments and choosing to stay away from some of the standard medical practices and 'modern conveniences' of today's world. Sound therapy is something that is being used by more and more people every day, and it something that can help you tune up your greatest resource - your body. It is believed that sound frequencies have the ability to transform our bodies and attack disease at all levels. **End Summary** Topics: body wear]]> alternative health]]> body care]]> health]]> alternative medicine]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/

Things You Can Do To Boost Your Immune System

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:32:30 -0400

The immune system is such an important body system but we rarely think about how important it really is. It is responsible for driving away bacteria, germs, viruses and unwanted toxins. In the past, the main goal of medical science was to try and cure diseases once they had already taken hold. Things are different today because more and more emphasis is being placed on preventing medical conditions before they develop, by strengthening the immune system. Making sure your immune system is working at it's best will help it to fight off unwanted invaders. There are a lot of ways that you can strengthen it so that it will be able to protect you better. It is important to get plenty of exercise, not only to keep your immunities high, but for many other reasons, too. Try to do some type of exercise for 30 minutes a day. You don't have to do the full 30 minutes in the beginning but try to work up to it. Diet plays a big role in keeping us healthy, as well. Eating foods that contain selenium is very important. The best available source of it is found in Brazil nuts. **End Summary** Topics: immune system]]> boost immune system]]> weakened immune system]]> meditation]]> yoga]]> immunities]]> immunity]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com/