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Know all about pulmonary fibrosis

Know all about pulmonary fibrosis

Pulmonary Fibrosis is a chronic malady whose exact cause is unknown and therefore, it is termed idiopathic. In this progressively worsening condition, the lungs get scarred, and the healing process for unknown reasons repairs the damage with scar tissue, an inelastic fibrous connective tissue. These scar tissues cannot be replaced.
Prevention tips for teens – HIV/AIDS

Prevention tips for teens – HIV/AIDS

When your teen is growing up, there is so much you want to warn him about. HIV/AIDS is one of the concerns parents usually have. The body’s immune system gets weaker when one gets HIV since the immune system is what helps you fight infections and diseases. However, when it does, it can lead to AIDS, and it is fatal.
Healthy diet tips for people with HIV and AIDS

Healthy diet tips for people with HIV and AIDS

HIV weakens the body’s immune system; leaving it at risk for other infections. A healthy diet can help one maintain their body’s strength and continue to ward off infections. Here are some simple nutrition tips to follow if one has HIV or AIDS. Limit the intake of processed foods. However, the best thing to do is eliminate all processed foods from your diet.
What are the causes and symptoms of AIDS?

What are the causes and symptoms of AIDS?

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a disease caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). This virus attacks and damages the body’s immune system; making the patient susceptible to other infections and diseases. Causes HIV is transmitted through infected blood or other body fluids such as semen. HIV can be transmitted through any kind of sexual contact.
4 useful home-based remedies to get relief from atopic eczema

4 useful home-based remedies to get relief from atopic eczema

It is said that atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis is a disease which probably has no cure. It cannot be treated, but it can be kept under control through dermatitis medications. Dermatitis pictures of skin rashes, itchiness, and dry, scaly spots sometimes show fluids oozing out of these patches. The itchiness sometimes increases to such an extent that the person, especially children (as it mostly affects children), tend to rub the irritating patches against bedding or carpeting to get relief from the symptoms.
4 common causes that lead to eczema

4 common causes that lead to eczema

Eczema can occur at any age or in any weather condition. It is mostly seen in children. This skin disorder is diagnosed by the appearance of red and itchy skin. About eczema Atopic dermatitis is a common form of eczema. It is a long-lasting skin disorder that can be controlled by regularly moisturizing the affected areas and by avoiding any harsh soap.
Here are a few common causes of itchy skin

Here are a few common causes of itchy skin

It is often hard to identify the cause of itchy skin. If it is temporary and seems to vanish after treatment, there is no need for concern. However, if there is constant dryness which does not subside even after applying moisturizer, then it is possible that there may be an underlying problem.
8 effective ways to get rid of sagging neck skin

8 effective ways to get rid of sagging neck skin

As we get older, the skin around our neck starts to sag. Stress, poor diet, weight gain, and postures are also some of the reasons that can lead the skin around the neck to sag. Here is a list of some natural methods to help you tighten your neck skin. Hot Massage:  Regular hot massage can help tighten the neck skin by repairing wrinkles and getting rid of dryness.
4 popular anti-aging cosmetic procedures that can make you look ageless

4 popular anti-aging cosmetic procedures that can make you look ageless

Everyone wants to be ageless. However, with age, the skin starts to show signs of wear and tear. To combat these signs of aging and restore youthful skin, people count on a number of over-the-counter products, creams, and surgical cosmetic treatments. In this article, we have compiled 4 popular anti-aging cosmetic procedures to tighten neck skin and the skin around other body parts, which enable people to maintain their youthful looks for a longer period.
Here are a few popular products for atopic dermatitis treatment

Here are a few popular products for atopic dermatitis treatment

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin condition that is seen in both children and adults. It causes redness, itchiness, swelling and cracking of the skin.  The most common symptom of the disease is dryness of the skin. This can be controlled by regular use of moisturizers. Atopic dermatitis treatment may not cure the disease, but you can control the symptoms to some extent by following a good skin care routine and various other home treatments.
Common differences between rheumatoid arthritis and lupus

Common differences between rheumatoid arthritis and lupus

Disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus , are conditions where the immune system produces autoantibodies which attack its cells and organs instead of producing antibodies which attack the antigens. Although scientists haven’t been able to find out what triggers these diseases, they do attribute them to genetics, hormones, and environment.
Essential oils used for treating symptoms of fibromyalgia arthritis

Essential oils used for treating symptoms of fibromyalgia arthritis

Fibromyalgia arthritis or inflammatory arthritis is a condition that is associated with pains, dizziness, sleep disturbances, heat and cold intolerances and other symptoms. Essential oils are known to be natural remedies for treating these symptoms. While you cannot expect to be cured, these oils can help to alleviate the intensity of the symptoms to a considerable extent making them bearable.
Popular Forskolin supplements for weight loss

Popular Forskolin supplements for weight loss

Forskolin is a bio active compound found in the roots of “Coles Forskohlii” herb. It is widely used in medicines to treat many diseases since olden days in many cultures. It is an herb derived from the mint family and recently came into public notice. How Forskolin helps in weight management is unknown, but recent studies suggest that Forskolin boosts the production of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) which is a molecule associated with fat burning and fat loss.
5 tips to start on a Paleo diet

5 tips to start on a Paleo diet

A paleo diet helps switch your body from burning carbohydrates for energy to burning fat for energy. It comes with benefits, of course, because it is a diet consisting of ‘real and fresh food’. It helps one get rid of bloating, acnes, allergies, migraines and excess weight. The diet requires you to give up on grains, dairy, legumes, processed food, packaged snacks and sugar and exchange these for meat, vegetables, fruits, eggs, seeds, nuts and fats.

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