Mental and physical stress, genetics, dermatitis, fatigue, irregular sleep pattern, and an unhealthy lifestyle are some of the primary causes of puffy, droopy, and worn out eyes. People with eyes that look forever tired often find baggy eyes incredibly frustrating more so on big days and important occasions. While several spa and beauty and cosmetic treatments claim to ease all the puffiness and the bags under your eyes, these are usually either too expensive or completely ineffective. Here are some super easy home remedies that would not only treat bags under your eyes but would help you feel fresher and happier. Keep yourself hydrated Water is indeed an elixir of life. Therefore, having plenty of water is the best remedy for puffy eyes. Once your body is fully hydrated, the possibility of water retention under the eyes and on other parts of the body also reduces. Drinking enough water, therefore, helps flush out all the toxins from the body, keeping you fit and active all day long. In addition to increased water intake, bags under your eyes can also be treated by reducing the amount of salt consumption and avoiding caffeine or carbonated drinks that can lead to dehydration, water retention, and puffiness. Use cold spoons This is a simple home remedy that works wonderfully well on tired eyes by tightening up the skin around it. Placing chilled spoons can help ease stress and soothe the blood vessels around the eyes. Once the cold spoons turn warm, make sure you replace them with a cold one. Repeat the process until you feel the bags under your eyes have become fully relaxed. Don’t throw used tea bags That’s right! Used tea bags can help relieve puffy eyes and make them stress-free and refreshed. Tea bags have anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties that can contribute to reducing eye bags, redness, and all sorts of inflammation.

Breathing can become a challenge when congestion strikes. Congestion can be caused due to various reasons including allergies, cold, flu, or sinus infection. There are numerous congestion remedies some of which involve the use of over-the-counter medications. However, there are numerous natural remedies which can be used as congestion remedies. These not only help a person recover from the ailment but also make the immune system stronger. 1. Use a vaporizer Flu or cold can often make a person feel dry and dehydrated. It is here that a vaporizer or humidifier can act as one of the top congestion remedies. The extra component of humidity in these vaporizers will provide the much-needed relief to the patients. Vaporizers add moisture in the air, and this helps in thinning of mucus which might have accumulated in the nose of the patient. A cold mist humidifier can be effectively used for a child since they can hurt themselves if a hot air humidifier is used to treat the congestion. The humidifier or vaporizer must be kept clean and dry otherwise the risk of bacterial growth in it is high. 2. Using a Neti pot for rinsing Neti pots have been used for relieving congestion since long as an alternative system of medicine. Using the Neti Pot is very easy, and the person who desires to use it has to fill the same with saline solution. This solution is made of warm water and salt. This solution is inserted into one nostril, and the head is then tilted to the other side. This allows the solution to move through the nasal passage to the other nostril and will, therefore, clear the congestion. This is one of the effective congestion remedies and can be used at home. 3. Staying hydrated Many people do not prefer to drink hot water when they experience congestion in any manner.

Home Remedies and Medical Treatments to Cure Pityriasis Rosea There are several infectious diseases that make us their host on account of our negligence. One such disease is pityriasis rosea, which is a viral health condition that leads to the occurrence of rashes on the body. It is usually faced by individuals falling in the age group of 10-35 years. Most of the times, the rashes disappear on their own in 6 to 9 weeks. However, the root cause of this medical problem is not known. The maximum time that a person can suffer from pityriasis rosea is 12 weeks. Sometimes, it can be followed by a flu-like situation as well. Once a person suffers from the disease, there are high chances that they would not fall prey to the same condition again in the future. People who are looking for pityriasis rosea treatment for themselves or others should first consider relying on home remedies. The following home-based treatments for pityriasis rosea can be of great relief: Aloe Vera The antimicrobial properties of aloe vera can be significant to deal with the germs present on the body, which ultimately leads to faster cure of the disease. For better and faster results, apply aloe vera three times a day on the affected area. Avoid Hot Showers A person suffering from pityriasis rosea must be kept away from excessive heat as it can cause itching around the rashes. Hence, the patients must be aware that they must not take bathe in a hot shower or a bathtub. Coconut Oil Dry skin leads to itching and if the person is suffering from pityriasis rosea, and it only worsens the condition. Applying coconut oil moisturizes the skin and prevents itching. Lotion for Inflammation Rashes caused by pityriasis rosea often set about inflammation, which is worsened by itching.

A bunion or hallux valgus is a bump that is formed at the joint of the big toe to the foot. As a result of the deformity, the big toe is pointed toward the small toes while the joint is inflamed and pushed outward. Causes of this condition are often cited as genetic, wearing tight shoes, and rheumatoid arthritis. Bunions may result in pain while walking, inflammation of the joint, and shift of the big toe toward the smaller toes. Although a complete cure may not be possible without surgery, there are treatments to bunion that can be availed in order to get rid of pain and reduce the overall growth. Types of treatment Surgical procedures are mainly aimed at the realignment of the bones of the big toe and the joint and the repair of the soft tissue around it. This will help correct the deformity of the foot and relieve the pain. Depending on the extent of the deformity, the surgical procedure may vary. Ligament and tendon repair Sometimes the ligaments and tendons may be too tight on one side or too loose on the other side, which ends up pulling the toe sideways. Surgery is the only bunion treatment in this case, which is advised to loosen the tight tendons and ligaments and shorten the long tendons and ligaments, thereby getting the big toe to its correct position again. Osteotomy In Osteotomy, as the name of the bunion treatment suggests, part of the bone in the toe is removed and fixed with metal pins and screws. At times, a wedge of the bones is removed to allow the big toe to be straightened. Osteotomy is accompanied by the repair of ligament and tendon as well to relieve the inflammation in the area. Arthrodesis This bunion treatment is mainly used for arthritic patients who have had previous bunion surgery.

Your shoulder is a combination of many joints. The joints meet the muscles and tendons of the arm to provide a full range of motion to the arm. The shoulder facilitates thousands of activities in everyday life. These vary from scratching one’s back to bowling, to carrying bags, and even driving. But your shoulder’s mobility may deteriorate over time, leading to issues such as instability & soreness. It may even affect the functioning of the bones or soft tissue in the shoulder, resulting in pain. The pain could be consistent and chronic, or you might feel the pain only when you move the shoulder. If the pain is temporary, it is easy to deal with, but if it lasts for a long time, this may call for medical attention. We need to understand the anatomy of the shoulder to understand shoulder pain in a better way. Anatomy Of The Shoulder The shoulder comprises of three major bones. They are as follows. Humerus, or the upper arm bone Scapula, or the shoulder bone Collarbone, or the Clavicle There is a round socket in the shoulder blade called the glenoid. The top part of the humerus, or the upper arm bone, fits into the glenoid. A host of muscles and tendons works toward keeping the arm bone stable in the glenoid. This is called the rotator cuff, and it covers the top of the humerus, and it attaches the humerus to the shoulder blade. Let’s go through the top four common types of shoulder problems: Tendon inflammation or tendon tear, also known as bursitis or tendinitis Loss of stability Broken bones or a fracture Arthritis Some other problems, which are rarer, but can cause shoulder pain, are: Tumors Infections Issues involving nerves Let’s run through some of the treatment options you have at your disposal for treating shoulder pain:

The summer season brings along skin irritations and rashes. The heat rays finally get to your skin, and you can find rashes mostly in the areas covered by clothing. Everyone from infants to elders is susceptible to heat rashes. You need to first identify the rash. It will irritate and might get worse if you do not go for heat rash treatments. Many home remedies and medications can put a stop to it. What is more important is working on preventive methods so that it doesn’t happen again. You can enjoy the summer in peace once you have dealt with it. Heat rash is a fairly common problem, and it happens to most people, so there is no cause for alarm. If these methods don’t work, there might be another infection that is causing the rashes. In that case, it is best to consult a dermatologist. What is heat rash? The red or pink rashes on parts of your body that are covered by clothes are called heat rashes. It happens because the air ducts are blocked. They swell up due to the heat and cause itching. This is commonly found in babies. However, in hot climates, it can affect adults too. Heat rash occurs when the body is covered with too many clothes, and the skin is unable to breathe. Heat rash treatment involves treating the rashes. However, as a permanent solution, you need to make sure you are in a cool environment, and your body heat is under control. How to identify a heat rash? A heat rash is very easy to identify. It looks like dots or pimples all across the skin. It can appear in any part of the body. In sporadic cases when heat rash treatment is not done, a secondary infection may appear. So, it is best to identify it and treat it immediately.

Pollen is a very fine yellowish powder produced by flowers, trees, weeds, and grasses to help fertilize other plants of the same species. Sometimes, these pollens, when inhaled by people, cause an adverse immune response, leading to pollen allergies. In fact, many people in the country are allergic to pollen. Normally, the body’s immune system guards the body against harmful raiders, such as bacteria and viruses, to keep all illnesses at bay. In the case of people with pollen allergies, the immune system erroneously classifies harmless pollens as dangerous invaders. Consequently, it starts producing a large number of antibodies to fight against pollen. This is termed as an allergic reaction. Pollen allergy is also known as Hay Fever or Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis. What to Do if You are Allergic to Pollen? Once a person has developed pollen allergy, he is quite unlikely to get rid of it. However, there are some remedies that offer pollen allergy relief. Apart from medications, making certain lifestyle changes can also help to manage the allergy symptoms. Here is a complete guide to pollen allergies, along with some effective home remedies that offer instant relief. Different Types of Pollen Allergies Several types of pollens exist in nature. This is the reason why some people experience symptoms when trees are flowering, while others experience symptoms when the grass is growing. People may have an allergy to the following pollen types: Trees such as oak, birch, and cedar Grasses Weeds such as ragweed, tumbleweed, and sagebrush Generally, it is seen that grasses are the most common source of allergy. If you are not sure about which pollen type you are allergic to, you can consult a specialist. This information is particularly important as every plant grows at a different time of the year. Knowing which pollen causes allergy can help you decide exactly when to start taking medications and precautions.

Hemorrhoids are more commonly known as piles. It makes your veins in the rectum and anus swollen. When you have hemorrhoids, you will have rectal bleeding, itching, and pain in the anus. It can develop both inside and outside of the anus, and in respect to the place of its development, it is called external or internal hemorrhoids. If you have hemorrhoids then you should know that it is quite a common problem faced by the people in the country and all over the world. According to a report, almost 75% of the people in the country will face the dreadful pain of hemorrhoids. Mostly, it goes away within a few weeks. If you want to know how to cure hemorrhoids, you should first understand that you don’t have to visit a doctor to get rid of the itching and pain associated with hemorrhoids. However, many people still prefer to go to the doctor and that is excellent. When it comes to the best remedies of hemorrhoids, there are some things that you call home remedies that can help you to deal with hemorrhoids once and for all. Let’s see how. Ways to Deal with Hemorrhoids Before you get to know how to cure hemorrhoids, you should know that these home remedies will help you to stop constipation, which is the main reason for the formation of hemorrhoids. Stopping constipation will help you to get rid of hemorrhoids much faster than anything else. Reduce Itching and Pain Take Baths in Lukewarm Water The first thing you should know while knowing how to cure hemorrhoids is that lukewarm water really helps you to stop that itching. You need to soak up your bathtub properly and fill it with a few inches of lukewarm water and have a bath for 2 to 3 times a day.

Gout is the most common type of arthritis that is caused due to an imbalance of uric acid levels in the body. When the body starts to produce excess uric acid, it starts forming urate crystals. These crystals get accumulated near the joints such as the base of the big toe, knees, finger joints, and wrist. This causes pain, inflammation, and discomfort. The joints that are affected by gout are usually red and swollen. They are also surrounded by inflamed and sore muscles. Gouty arthritis can be painful. A gout attack can strike at any time and can last for up to seven to ten days. If you have high uric acid levels in your body, it is best to get tested for a possibility of having a gout attack in the future. If left untreated, it can lead to further problems like renal failure, and severe damage to muscles, joints, and tendons. Gout can be effectively treated using antibiotic medicines prescribed by your physician. Other gout remedies that work are—natural ingredients from your kitchens such as garlic, ginger, turmeric and apple cider vinegar that will reduce the effects of gout. While home remedies focus on reducing the inflammation, once a gout attack happens, medications are a long-term solution for treating gout. Some medicines treat gout by lowering the uric acid levels in the body by blocking its production. Some are helpful in reducing the swelling and inflammation. Gout treatments are recommended, to prevent further attacks. Following is a comprehensive list of some gout remedies that work. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) These drugs, as the name suggests, are anti-inflammatory. They are given after the gout attack commences. NSAIDs help to reduce the physical symptoms of a gout attack like swelling of the joint and inflammation, to provide instant relief from the condition.

Lower back can cause serious discomfort. You will have trouble performing your day to day activities. According to a report, almost 80% of the adults face lower back pain at some point in their life. There are several reasons as to why this happens. However, one must know the different ways to treat and get relief from this excruciating pain. There are several home remedies that you can try in order to manage your lower back pain. For low back pain relief, try these 7 best home remedies Apply ice on your lower back Applying ice on the area where you are experiencing the pain can certainly help you to improve the condition of your lower back. When you start having that pain, you should immediately apply ice on it because it will help you to get rid of that inflammation and get yourself relief. However, the best time to apply ice is the first 24 to hours from when you start getting that pain. After that, you can switch to applying heat since after a couple of days, applying ice will not give you the desired result. Whether you apply ice or heat, you need to do give your body rest for 20 minutes because otherwise, you may have skin problems. Keep your body moving When you have pain in your lower back, and you stop moving your body because of it, then you will find it tough to recover from your condition. That is why it is important to keep your body moving no matter how much pain you have in order to get relief from lower back pain. Therefore, don’t stop going to work, making your bed, and doing all the other daily activities you do. If you go to a gym or aerobics class, then don’t stop it either because these are some of the things that keep you active or help you to fight against your lower back pain.

Pityriasis rosea is a common skin condition that can significantly affect your day-to-day life. Therefore, treatment for pityriasis rosea is essential. It is a form of skin rash that usually beings as a single lesion. This single lesion is followed by a full body rash that can last up to 12 weeks. The initial lesion is called a herald patch. This patch can be circular or oval and usually occurs on the chest, abdomen, or back. The herald patch can be up to 10 cms in diameter. The herald patch of pityriasis rosea is followed by a generalized rash in 1 to 2 weeks. This full body rash can last for 12 weeks on average. The exact reason for the onset of pityriasis rosea is not known, but the symptoms and accompanying conditions suggest a viral cause. Pityriasis rosea treatment is usually supportive since the condition often clears up on its own when given enough time. Supportive pityriasis rosea treatment is mainly to reduce the severity of symptoms and to prevent any secondary conditions or infections. Signs and symptoms of pityriasis rosea The primary symptom of pityriasis rosea is the characteristic rash. The initial herald patch or mother patch is circular or oval, with a raised surface that might become scaly. Within a week or two of the appearance of the mother patch, smaller patches start to appear over the body. Unlike the mother patch which can be around ten cms across, these patches are much smaller and range between 0.5cms to 1.5 cms. The face is usually unaffected. The rash is usually not painful but may be very itchy. The color of the outbreak could be pink, red, dark brown, black, or gray. The individual patches are oval, but when grouped they may form a tree-like pattern, especially on the back and torso.

Snoring is a very common phenomenon, and you see most people snoring at night. However, the snoring may just not be because of a long day at work. Sleep apnea can cause snoring and leave you feeling tired of the rest of the day. This will affect your mood and can be dangerous to your health. Sleep apnea treatments can help you sleep better and stay energetic for the entire day. The first step is to recognize the symptoms of sleep apnea. There are treatments that can be used at home or you can consult a doctor for sleep apnea treatment too. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition where your breathing is interrupted when you sleep. The short breaths will interrupt your deep sleep and leave you tired and dull. The interruption may not even be noticed by many. Action must be taken to treat it as it may hinder your productivity and leave you feeling exhausted all day. For treating sleep apnea, the first step is to diagnose the type. Types of sleep apnea There are three types of sleep apnea. The Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common. The soft tissue in the back of the throat becomes relaxed when you sleep and blocks the airflow thus making you snore loudly. The other type is central sleep apnea. This is not as common, and it involves the central nervous system. It happens when the brain loses control over the muscle that aids in breathing. This does not cause snoring as much as the first type. A complex sleep apnea condition is where the patient is affected by a combination of both conditions. Sleep apnea treatment methods There are many ways in which this condition can be treated. Once you identify it and the extent of the condition, you can either try a few home remedies or go to a doctor.