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Mar142018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

ALS: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Health

ALS was first discovered in France, in 1869 by a French neurologist by the name of Jean- Martin Charcot. It didn’t get national attention until Yankee Hall of Famer, Lou Gehrig, contracted this disease, shortening his baseball career. Today ALS is sometimes referred to as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Surprisingly, much is still unknown about this fatal neuromuscular condition and there still isn’t a cure. Current research is concentrating on understanding the mechanisms of disease progression. Some advances have been made, but much still needs to be discovered. Mechanism of Action The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) estimates that Twenty thousand Americans currently have ALS, with another five thousand diagnosed yearly. ALS is a rapidly destructive and fa...

Mar132018 by Paul Linus1 Comment

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome | Symptoms And Causes | Funender.Com

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Though it is most commonly associated with infertility, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) causes a variety of symptoms and health implications. Women with PCOS commonly experience a variety of the following symptoms: -Irregular periods: The International Council on Infertility Information Dissemination (INCIID) defines this as periods in which the woman experiences 1) cycles that last more than 6 weeks 2) bleeding that is long-lasting 3) bleeding that is either unusually slight or unusually heavy 4) spotting frequently -Irregular ovulation: Patients with PCOS may ovulate infrequently, late, or they may not ovulate at all (anovulation). -Ovarian cysts: Most, but not all, patients have multiple fluid-filled sacs, called cysts, located on one ovary or both. -Pelvic Pain -T...

Feb272018 by Paul Linus1 Comment

What are Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals

Health

Everybody's talking about antioxidant foods, probiotics, and other fortified foods that are supposed to be good for health. How much real benefit do these kinds of foods and nutritional supplements deliver, and what's the best way to use them? Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals According to Health Canada, there is no "universally accepted" definition for functional foods and nutraceuticals. In general, though, when doctors talk about functional foods, they are referring to foods that offer specific health benefits, or that have bioactive compounds that lower the risk of disease or improve health. Nutraceuticals are special ingredients that have been isolated from functional foods for their medicinal or health benefits, but that are no longer whole foods. These are normally so...

Feb272018 by David KollerNo Comments

5 Things That Can Now Be Easily Bought From Online Shopping

Health, Lifestyle

No one can deny the fact that online shopping is one of the best gifts that internet has bestowed on us. It has made our life quite easy and added a new convenient way to our woes of finding things that we want to purchase bringing all of them together on one digital platform. And it is not just the clothes or footwear that are available on our smartphones; online shopping is much more than that. It offers numerous benefits to us including convenience, better prices, variety, no crowd, privacy and so on. Today, we will acquaint you with some of the things that can now be easily bought online so that you will understand the versatility of online shopping. Take a look and start shopping! Here are 5 Things That Can Now Be Easily Bought Online: Furniture Yes, you no longer h...

Feb252018 by Ruchi Gupta1 Comment

Varicose Vein Treatment: Are Your Compression Stockings Itchy?

Health

Compression stockings are an integral part of almost every type of varicose vein treatment. If you go to a vein clinic that specializes in varicose vein treatment, like Metro Vein Centers, and undergo a procedure like sclerotherapy or laser treatment, you'll almost always be instructed to wear compression stockings after the procedure. In fact, the staff will likely assist you in putting on your compression stockings before you leave the clinic. You are usually then instructed to leave them on all night when you return home. This is to reduce pain and guard against a vein bleeding out (very rare but it can happen). Most vein doctors will then instruct you to wear compression stockings all day for at least two additional weeks, taking them off only at night. In many cases too, wearing co...

Feb122018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Some Exercises For Relieving Low Back Pain

General, Health

Chronic low back pain is often responsible for hampering normal exercise routines. For chronic sufferers, doctors now recommend special exercises that strengthen the back, thereby subsequently minimizing low back pain. General Information Before Beginning Low Back Pain Exercises The following is some important information to keep in mind before beginning these particular exercises: -Be sure to wear loose comfortable clothing for any exercise regimen. -Have a thin mat or heavy blanket available for covering the hard surface you will be exercising on; having a small pillow under the neck is optional. -Consult with a doctor prior to performing these low back exercises and make sure to follow them in the order the doctor suggests. -Perform each exercise movement slowly and care...