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Types of Thrombosis

Types of Thrombosis

The formation of blood clot inside a blood vessel which obstructs the blood flow through the circulatory system is termed as thrombosis. Due to the injured blood vessel, the body uses platelets and fibrin to form a blood clot to prevent further blood loss. Thrombosis occurs when clots occur even when there is no injury to the blood vessel.
Ways to avoid thrombosis

Ways to avoid thrombosis

Thrombosis or deep vein Thrombosis majorly causes pain and swelling in the leg which can lead to pulmonary embolism that blocks blood vessels in the lungs. Its symptoms include pain in the legs, usually towards the calf. Sometimes these conditions can be symptom less. So you need to be cautious of some habits that could possibly lead to deep vein Thrombosis or any other type of Thrombosis.
A history of protein supplements

A history of protein supplements

Protein supplements are meant to provide muscle gain and help delaying fatigue thus providing stamina. Protein supplements have been around the block since quite a time now and they have been popular with weight lifting and body building enthusiasts and athletes alike.The earliest known commercial food supplements were marketed in the early 1900’s.
Categories of supplements

Categories of supplements

Supplements or nutritional supplements are products (natural or synthetic) that are consumed with the intention of adding further nutritional value to a diet. Nutritional supplements can be one or a combination of many nutrients such as minerals, vitamins and proteins. They can be in the form of herbs, pills or be present in simple naturally occurring food substances.
10 quick and easy weight reducing tips

10 quick and easy weight reducing tips

Your lifestyle plays a significant role in your weight loss journey. Making small tweaks can go a long way in shedding a few extra pounds. Here are some quick and easy tips to lose weight without sweating it out much. Get a minimum of eight hours sleep every day. Sleep deprivation can play with your hunger hormones and increase your appetite.
Six high fiber foods for weight loss

Six high fiber foods for weight loss

When you are on your journey to lose weight, eating high fiber food is key as they fill you up and keep you satiated for a long time. In addition to aiding weight loss, fiber-rich foods lower your risk of heart attack, cancer and high blood pressure. Nutritionists recommend a daily intake of 25-38 grams of fiber to get the best results.
Weight loss tips for entrepreneurs

Weight loss tips for entrepreneurs

An entrepreneur’s weight loss journey begins with the firm determination to stay fit and healthy. It begins by considering good health and a fit body as the biggest asset you will ever acquire. Thus it is necessary that you pay your dues with regular workouts and a balanced diet. In order to shed those extra pounds, it is necessary to adopt a combination of consistent fitness regimes and a balanced diet.
Three exercises to burn belly fat fast

Three exercises to burn belly fat fast

Belly fat is one area that most people find hard to get rid of. Going to the gym and following a healthy diet are helpful. Yet, you may be dissatisfied with the results. Here are a few simple exercises you can do at home, to effectively burn your belly fat quickly.
Effective plaque psoriasis remedy to reduce itchy skin

Effective plaque psoriasis remedy to reduce itchy skin

Plaque psoriasis is a very common form of psoriasis that involves hidden plaques of red skin along with dead skin cells that are silvery and thickened. It has been observed that nearly 80-90% of psoriasis cases are characterized by plaque psoriasis. In other words, it is an inherited systematic inflammatory disease that is caused by the immune dysfunction and further causes inflamed and scaly skin.
Respiratory disorders – an overview

Respiratory disorders – an overview

The respiratory function is carried out by specialized organs. These organs consist of an air intake, the nose, a pre-warming and filtering area, the sinuses and an opening into the mouth, the pharynx, the larynx or the voice box and the trachea. The trachea divides into two at its lower end into the bronchi which in turn enters the respective lungs.
Disorders of the upper and lower respiratory tract

Disorders of the upper and lower respiratory tract

The upper respiratory tract consists of the nose, the sinuses, and the pharynx. The pharynx has a large number of lymph gland distributed around, the important ones being the adenoids and the tonsils. The diseases encountered in this are viral or bacterial infections. These lymph glands do a very efficient job of arresting bacteria and viruses and get inflamed.
Application of oxygen therapy for COPD

Application of oxygen therapy for COPD

Oxygen therapy for COPD is more than 60-70 years old. In this long period, a vast amount of knowledge has been gained of both the advantages and dangers of the same. Newer ideas always spring and experiments and their evaluation is part of any scientific endeavor. Oxygen therapy is giving air enriched with oxygen to breath.
5 quick home remedies to get rid of fungal infections

5 quick home remedies to get rid of fungal infections

Although fungal infections are quite benign, they can be annoying. If a fungal infection affects a visible patch of your body, you might feel uncomfortable when you go out of your house. It is said that prevention is better than cure. You can avoid fungal infection ensuring that your surrounding including you are in in a clean and hygienic condition.
Important things to know about toenail fungus

Important things to know about toenail fungus

Toenail fungus is a common infection which makes the toenail brittle, thick and crumbly. Although it is very common and treatable by a medical professional, which does not necessarily need a lot of diagnosis, there are a few things you should be aware of this infection. There are chances that infection can be chronic, which means the infection can last for a very long time.

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