Body & Health Conditions Articles

Fall has started, and winter is just around the corner. Do you usually suffer from cold hands and feet in the cooler months? There are many possible causes, and knowing why you suffer from this problem will lead you to a cure.

More and more people are hearing about "wheat belly," a syndrome of vague symptoms including weight gain that are caused by sensitivity to the gluten protein in wheat. But getting the wheat out of your diet may not be all you need to do.

"If you keep picking at it," countless teens are told about their acne, "it will never get better." Knowing what to do about acne, or not do, as the case may be, often is not enough.

There are many different types of salt available, some claiming to be much better for us than others. What is sea salt and is it really better for us than table salt? What should we look for when choosing which salt to buy?

People with diabetes are always advised to take great care of their feet. But many are unaware of why this is so important and how lack of care can result in serious consequences such as ulceration, infections, amputation and even death.

Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) — formerly Wegener’s granulomatosis — is a very rare disease, affecting only one in every 30,000-50,000 people.

Apart from regular treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, many alternative therapies have also been found to slow the onset and the progression of the disease. They have also been used to prevent Alzheimer’s disease in patients with a positive family history.

Guzzling down cans of your favorite drink and munching your favorite snacks can rot your teeth. Modern diet, rich in refined carbohydrates and sugars, can cause tooth decay and adversely affect your health.

Injuries to the Lisfranc joint of the foot are uncommon but must quickly be diagnosed and treated. Although fusion of the joint is drastic, it can be the best option to repair serious damage or when arthritis develops in the damaged joint.

When an individual experiences an electric shock, the injury that occurs can range from mild to severe. While mild cases can present with no noticeable injury, severe electric shocks can result in serious damage and can be fatal.