Cholesterol is a natural substance produced by the liver that the body needs for the proper function of hormones, nerves and cells. Cholesterol that circulates as lipids (fats) in the blood, also called plaque, has a tendency to deposit itself on the walls of arteries reducing the blood flow to the vital areas of …

  Pain is a part of everyone’s life experience! Pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention. According to the U.S Pain Foundation, more than 100 million Americans experience chronic pain with muscle pain and joint pain being the most common. Pain can generally be caused by multiple factors and in …

During pregnancy, personal care is more important than ever. Essential oils can help you deal with some of the nasty pregnancy symptoms. While stretch marks, swelling, fatigue, headaches and nausea are common during pregnancy, one can expect aromatherapy recipes to help relieve such symptoms and keep a positive attitude – especially when it feels you …

What Is Fibromyalgia? If pain in one part of the body is not bad enough, how does the idea of feeling a nagging ache coupled with a burning sensation and spirit pounding fatigue sound to you? “Distressing”, you say? Well folks; that is exactly what fibromyalgia is! The ailment is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed despite …

Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when small particles of sodium urate are deposited in and around the joints due to excess uric acid. The most common symptom of gout pain is intense pain in the joints accompanied by redness and inflammation. While gout generally affects the joint of the big toe, it …