In this article we explain the use and the associated advantages and disadvantages of Krill Oil, because this new panacea can change lives. Healing effect of Krill Oil Now you will ask yourself what is krill oil and what do you use it for? The Krill oil comes from the words “Krill” and “Oil”. Krill comes from the collective name of invertebrate shrimp marine animals. And oil is known as a “liquid”, which hardly mixes with water. Given that krill is related to [...]
While age is a major risk factor for osteoarthritis of the knee, young people can get it, too. For some individuals, it may be hereditary. For others, osteoarthritis of the knee can result from injury or infection or even from being overweight. Here are answers to your questions about knee osteoarthritis, including how it’s treated and what you can do at home to ease the pain What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis, commonly known as wear-and-tear arthritis, is a condition in which the natural cushioning between joints — cartilage — wears away. When [...]
No single test is available to diagnose cancer. Your doctor may use several approaches to check for different forms of the disease. Getting an accurate diagnosis is important because it can help you and your physician come up with an effective treatment strategy. It can also rule out other conditions and reveal the stage of your disease. Typically, your healthcare provider will perform a complete physical exam, ask about family history, and recommend further testing if cancer is suspected. Types of Tests Biopsy Source [...]
Bone pain is extreme tenderness, aching, or other discomfort in one or more bones. It differs from muscle and joint pain because it’s present whether you’re moving or not. The pain is commonly linked to diseases that affect the normal function or structure of the bone. What causes bone pain? Many conditions and events can lead to bone pain. Injury Injury is a common cause of bone pain. Typically, this pain arises when a person goes through some form of trauma, such as a car accident or [...]
What is the HbA1c test? People with diabetes used to depend only on urine tests or daily finger pricks to measure their blood sugar levels. These tests are accurate, but only in the moment. They’re actually very limited as an overall measurement of blood sugar control. This is because your blood sugar can vary wildly depending on the time of day, your activity levels, and even hormonal changes. Some people may have high blood sugar at 3 a.m. and be totally unaware of it. A1C tests [...]
What Is COVID-19? A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. Most coronaviruses aren’t dangerous. COVID-19 is a disease that can cause what doctors call a respiratory tract infection. It can affect your upper respiratory tract (sinuses, nose, and throat) or lower respiratory tract (windpipe and lungs). It’s caused by a coronavirus named SARS-CoV-2. It spreads the same way other coronaviruses do, mainly through person-to-person contact. Infections range from mild to serious. SARS-CoV-2 is one of seven types of coronavirus, [...]
Cordyceps is a genus of parasitic fungi that grows on the larvae of insects. When these fungi attack their host, they replace its tissue and sprout long, slender stems that grow outside the host’s body. The remains of the insect and fungi have been hand-collected, dried and used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries to treat fatigue, sickness, kidney disease and low sex drive. Supplements and products containing Cordyceps extract have become increasingly popular due to their many purported health benefits. Of the more than 400 species [...]
Boswellia Serrata is a tree that is native to India, Africa, and Arabia. It is commonly used in the traditional Indian medicine, Ayurveda. Olibanum is another word for boswellia. It refers to a resin or “sap” that seeps from openings in the bark of several Boswellia species, including Boswellia serrata, Boswellia carterii, and Boswellia frereana. Of these, Boswellia serrata is most commonly used for medicine. Boswellia is most commonly used for osteoarthritis. In manufacturing, boswellia resin oil and extracts are used in [...]
Hepatitis is a type of infection that can seriously damage your liver. And if you’re pregnant, you can pass it on to your newborn.You can have one of the three most common types of hepatitis viruses — A, B, and C — and not know it. Usually, it won’t hurt your unborn baby or affect your pregnancy. If your doctor knows you have it, or might have it, she can help you manage it during your pregnancy to lower the chances of any long-term liver disease for you and [...]
Milk thistle (silymarin) is a flowering herb related to the daisy and ragweed family. It is native to Mediterranean countries. Some people also call it Mary thistle and holy thistle. What Is Milk Thistle Used For? Milk thistle is sometimes used as a natural treatment for liver problems. These liver problems include cirrhosis, jaundice, hepatitis, and gallbladder disorders. Some claim milk thistle may also: Provide heart benefits by lowering cholesterol levels Help diabetes in people who have type 2 diabetes and cirrhosis Does Milk Thistle Work? Silymarin is the main active ingredient in milk thistle. Silymarin is both an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It’s unclear what [...]
