Body & Health Conditions Articles

The use of fluoride toothpaste in children is often considered controversial. There are concerns over fluoride toxicity, efficacy, and long term effect on the health of the teeth. We clear the commonly asked questions as per the current science.

There is a firm scientific evidence that smoking and second-hand smoke in patients with asthma can lead to worsening of the symptoms and increased mortality. Asthma usually starts during childhood, but there is also the late-onset asthma.

Every vitamin is vital to some function of human metabolism. Vitamin K2 is often overlooked, but it is vital to building healthy bones.

While smoking is still the leading cause of COPD in western nations, occupational exposures also account for a very significant portion of cases. What are high-risk occupations, and what steps can you take to reduce your risk of COPD?

Stiffness, inflammation and warmth are some of the key characteristics of arthritis. This article outlines how to determine whether your joint stiffness and inflammation signals a diagnosis of arthritis.

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bones, usually caused by pyogenic bacteria or mycobacteria.

Some people with diabetes experience blurred vision as one of the symptoms of the disease. This article outlines 5 things you should know about blurred vision in diabetes.

Some patients with diabetes will experience weight loss as one of the symptoms. This article outlines the how unexplained weight loss is related to diabetes.

Teething is an important milestone in the baby's development and there is a recommended time frame around which each tooth is expected to erupt. To find out when the teeth start coming in and what you can expect during the process, read on.

Patients with diabetes will often feel dizzy due to the fluctuations in their blood sugar levels. This article outlines the relationship between dizziness and diabetes.