A hard day of work can leave most men and women extremely tired and drained of energy. Once they get some rest and a good night’s sleep, the exhaustion is gone, and the person is usually full of energy the next morning. But if the person feels tired no matter how long he or she sleeps or gets rest, and always feels fatigued, the person may be suffering from a deeper reason for the fatigue. Excessive tiredness, over a prolonged period of time, maybe a warning sign of chronic fatigue. Chronic fatigue is medically also known as Systemic Exertion Intolerance Disease (SEID). It is a kind of ailment, primarily characterized by excessive tiredness. The causes of chronic fatigue are not known to medical practitioners. This is because the symptoms of this sickness are very similar to those of any other ailment. However, there are a few causes of chronic fatigue that are easier to pinpoint and treat. They are: Psychological & physical stress Viral infection Weakened immune system Hormonal imbalances A genetic predisposition to fatigue Severe allergies Environmental factors A viral or bacterial infection is often one of the main causes of chronic fatigue. Medical practitioners note that chronic fatigue might be the last stage of an infection, and may also affect a patient who has had more serious infections in the past. So, the ailment may not be a direct condition of the body, but possibly a symptom of an infection. Similarly, people suffering from an infection may develop a weakened immune system due to sickness and hormonal changes. All these could be early triggers for the onset of chronic fatigue. Signs Of Chronic Fatigue Generally, people don’t worry much about feeling tired. Men and women will often consider it a trivial issue that doesn’t need any medical care or intervention.

Long before the world became familiar with the pills and other medications that are now used to cure different ailments, people sought solace for their ailments with whatever ingredients one could find in nature. And, true to nature’s nurturing ability, these ingredients did help people combat their ailments. Some of these ingredients are still actively used to cure ailments and with a certain degree of success as well. For instance, turmeric, which found its way into our food and at times in the milk, which we so religiously consume at night, was known to increase our immunity levels and came in handy when we suffered from cold and cough. Turmeric contains an active ingredient called curcumin, which is known to be the reason behind its effectiveness. Turmeric curcumin is known to possess anti-inflammatory properties which come in handy and makes it one of the most effective home remedies. If you still aren’t convinced about the benefits of adding turmeric curcumin in your diet, here are some reasons why you should. Natural medicinal properties We are aware that the pills that we so recklessly pop can cause irreversible damage to the body in the form of side-effects. This is why nature gives us turmeric curcumin which is known to possess medicinal properties. Turmeric contains certain compounds called curcuminoids, out of which curcumin is the most potent one. It possesses anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants which help in keeping the immune system protected. Natural anti-inflammatory agent Inflammation occurs when the body’s immune system goes haywire and attacks the healthy blood cells instead of the bacteria and viruses it is supposed to target. Instead of popping painkillers to reduce the pain caused by inflammation, or to prevent it from occurring, you can consume turmeric curcumin as a part of your daily diet. It has anti-inflammatory properties which can prevent such incidents from recurring in future.

Do you want to end up in a hospital bed? No individual would like to be in a hospital room with needles pierced in the body. For avoiding such kind of situation, an individual should follow a healthy life routine to maintain a good health. But, when it comes to the health of your heart, you can’t take any risk in this. Along with daily exercises and a healthy diet, the heart needs some special supplements. According to survey reports, 17.7 million people lost their lives because of a heart attack all over the world. After the age of 50, the heart needs some special care to avoid heart problems. Sometimes, prescribed medicines don’t give you the required relief to regain your health. There are some natural remedies that help in the stability of the overall health. You can’t rely on any type of medicines. After all, it’s all about your health. How can you trust branded health supplements products, which are not prescribed by a certified physician? Then what you can do? Well, you can try some natural ways to get essential supplements to maintain good health. The natural way provides you the assurance of safety. So, do you know the sources of rich nutrition that can boost up your heart health? Have a look at the best heart health vitamins, which you get from natural resources. EPA & DHA EPA & DHA both are Omega 3 fatty acids, which found in fishes and fish oil. These two essential vitamins work well for heart diseases and diabetes. The fish oil supplements successfully decrease the rate of heart diseases and danger of stroke. The EPA & DHA supplements reduce the triglyceride level of blood, which maintain a good blood pressure. Omega 3 fatty acids improve heart health and make it strong to face any kind of disease.

Experiencing pain or a burning sensation after every bowel movement? Well, this can be an indication of hemorrhoid or piles. Not only pain but also you may experience bleeding during bowel movements. Almost half of the entire population in the country are suffering from hemorrhoids and are looking for a cure to tackle this condition. Though piles can be cured within a couple of weeks or so, in most of the cases, it is a chronic problem that can occur at any time. If you are also suffering from piles related issues, you can either get the problem diagnosed by a doctor or you can try a few natural cures yourself. Hemorrhoid diagnosis and cure Consult a doctor once you experience any of the hemorrhoid symptoms and get yourself properly diagnosed. When it comes to medical diagnosis, you may like to know that the measures vary depending on the type of piles. While the piles formed externally are easily visible with the naked eye or felt during digital examination, piles that are formed internally are softer and require to be examined by sigmoidoscope, proctoscope or anoscope. Medical cure for hemorrhoids Like the diagnosis, treatment to varies depending on the type of piles as well as severity of the condition. In case of mild problems, doctors generally recommend some pills or ointments for your relief. However, in cases of a bigger growth, injection might be required for shrinking the extra mass causing problem. Though injections are the least painful way to treat hemorrhoids, it might not be effective for bigger growth. In such cases, doctors may require rubber band ligation or laser removal. Both the treatment procedures, may cause bleeding, pain and temporary discomfort in the patient but can cure piles completely. Yet, there are cases, in which the entire growth is not removed by rubber band ligation or laser rays.

Halitosis is the medical term used for the condition we commonly know as bad breath. It is also termed as Fetor Oris, where fetor refers to an unpleasant odor emanating from an individual. The condition may cause embarrassment in social situations, lead to increased anxiety and become a thought-irritant, playing constantly on your mind. Depending on the symptoms and the underlying cause, halitosis could occur as a singular incident – an acute condition or could persist over a longer period in a chronic form. It is the third most common reason for you to visit your dentist, the first being tooth decay and second, gum disease. Symptoms Of Bad Breath Bad breath goes unnoticed until someone comes nearby and points out the condition. When people around you – friends, relative, colleagues, start maintaining a physical distance it may be because of bad breath. Other signs may include: · An unpleasant/sour taste · Dry mouth · Changes in taste · Tongue coating Causes Of Bad Breath The condition of halitosis is one which all of us have to suffer through at some time. For some, it may cause significant distress and psychological anguish. Causes of Fetor Oris or bad breath include: · Food – A primary reason for bad odor from the mouth is food. Food stuck in the teeth, or its breakdown chemicals are often the cause of bad breath. · Dry Mouth –When the body fails to produce enough saliva; as a result, the mouth goes dry, and odors build up. · Tobacco – Smoking or chewing tobacco can leave breakdown chemicals in the mouth that carry their distinct odor. Smoking can also lead to other bad-breath causes like gum diseases or oral cancers. · Poor Dental Hygiene – To ensure that no food particle is left behind in the mouth, brushing and flossing the teeth is recommended for a good oral health.

Living with a chronic condition isn’t easy; you’ll always have to be on guard against elements that trigger the condition and will have to lug your medications wherever you go. Asthma is one such chronic condition that, according to the CDC, affects approximately 25 million people in the country. Moreover, this condition is quite prevalent in children—1 child out of every 12 is diagnosed with asthma. Asthma is an inflammatory condition that affects the airways to the lungs and makes breathing difficult. This, in turn, makes performing any physical activity impossible. Mostly, people opt for medications to keep asthma under control and prevent an asthma attack. But there are others who rely on alternative treatment techniques to control asthma symptoms and keep the condition in check. Here are some effective home remedies to keep asthma under control. Acupuncture Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese treatment method that involves inserting thin needles into specific points in the body. In fact, this method has been used in western countries as well to improve the symptoms of asthma. Acupuncture improves lung function and is believed to modulate the immune system as well. Also, there is an increase in studies on the effect of acupuncture in treating respiratory conditions. Although some have yielded inconclusive results, some have reported that acupuncture can control the symptoms of asthma. Yoga One of the major triggers of asthma is stress, and one of the best ways to deal with stress is to practice yoga. The breathing exercises used in yoga can help people with asthma control breathing as well as relieve stress. There are certain yoga poses that can improve asthma symptoms as they open your throat and chest and facilitate easy breathing. The Bound Angle Pose, Bridge Pose, Bow Pose, and Cat Pose are some of the effective yoga poses that can help you deal with asthma symptoms.

Probiotics are friendly bacteria that not only support your immune system but are also responsible for nutrient absorption. Probiotics play a major role in keeping your digestive system healthy and fit. Here is a list of the benefits that you can get by adding the most effective probiotics to your daily diet. Reduced flu and cold Healthier skin Weight loss Healing from IBD and leaky gut Improved digestion Stronger immune system Increased energy According to the medical experts, consuming probiotic-rich food can help in preventing many infections and dealing with several health issues. Here is a list of some of the most effective probiotics containing foods and dishes that you can enjoy in your daily diet. Kefir It is a fermented probiotic dairy product that is made by combining kefir grains in milk. Kefir contains strains of friendly yeast and bacteria, making it rich in probiotics that ensure several health benefits. Different medical study reports have reflected the fact that kefir helps in protecting against infections and also helps in getting rid of various digestive problems. If you are lactose intolerant, you can add kefir to your diet without inviting any further health issues. Yogurt It is one of the most effective probiotics that contain friendly bacteria. Yogurt not only helps in improving bone health but also helps in keeping people who are suffering from high blood pressure in good health. Even if you are lactose intolerant, yogurt is good for your health. Sometimes, children suffer from diarrhea caused by antibiotics. This yogurt can help in reducing diarrhea. Also, the symptoms of the irritable bowel syndrome are reduced by yogurt. However, every form of yogurt does not comprise live probiotics; hence, you should choose such yogurts that contain active probiotics. Kimchi It is a popular spicy side dish from Korea, usually prepared from fermented cabbage.

Body odor is not a very pleasant phenomenon as it disturbs and irritates the person suffering from it and everyone around. It is more common during the summer season when the humidity and temperature are higher and cause the sweat glands to produce more sweat. No matter how hard one might attempt to fight body odor, there still remain a number of ways that can make it return. Reasons such as choosing the wrong fabric or one that wasn’t washed and even hormones could be a causing factor for body odor. This can be embarrassing as well. So, if one is wondering on how to stop or get rid of body odor and make sure it never comes back again, the following tips can prove to be beneficial. All one needs to do is make a few, simple changes to their daily routine. Wear fast drying and sweat-absorbing outfits One of the most significant causes of body odor is perspiration and the bacteria present that cause the odor to be foul-smelling. Therefore, if one wants to know how to stop body odor, they should ensure to wear the right clothing for the right weather. The ones who experience body odor would want something that minimizes sweat in the first place or that makes sure it does not stay on their body. Nylon/polyester – When working out, go for nylon since it dissipates the sweat, dries quickly, breathes easily, i.e., it allows air to pass through and resists mildew. Though it is true that polyester has many of the same qualities as nylon, one must be sure to wash it immediately because polyester is more prone to the accumulation of bacteria. Cotton – For everyday wear, cotton should be anyone’s first and foremost choice. Lightweight cotton, among all the other types, is the most breathable of them all and allows ample airflow to help dry out dampness and sweat.

Testosterone is a steroid hormone which is the main sex hormone in men. But females also have a small amount of it. These are produced in men’s testicles, and for women, it is in their ovaries. A small amount of testosterone is also produced by adrenal glands. The physical changes that experienced in boys during their puberty phase like the change in voice, hair growth, and muscle development are due to the testosterone hormone. Having an optimal level of testosterone during adulthood and old age is vital. Healthy levels of testosterone in adults are important for their body composition, sexual functioning, and for avoiding risks of diseases. In addition to that, increasing the testosterone levels helps you to gain muscle mass and vitality within weeks. Testosterone plays an important role in the well-being of female sexual and physical health. Making your endocrine system work properly helps in optimizing the performance and maintain a healthy sex drive. Following are some of the recommended herbs to increase testosterone levels naturally and to maintain a healthy endocrine system. Tribulus Terrestris Tribulus Terrestris is the most common herbs that help increase testosterone levels. It is found in almost all the supplements that are designed to boost the men’s hormones and increase the sex drive. Studies have shown that Tribulus increases the body’s production of luteinizing and follicle stimulating hormones. These hormones signal the testicles to produce testosterone. DHEA, another powerful androgen and precursor to testosterone, is also produced dramatically by Tribulus. Pine Pollen Unlike other herbs, this one increases the testosterone levels directly. Pine pollen is the only herb that provides the body with an externals source of testosterone and other phyto-androgens that supplement the body’s own production. It comes in powdered, tincture, and capsule forms. Among these, the tincture form is the most efficient and powerful in giving increased levels of testosterone.

The prostate is a walnut-shaped gland, which is a part of the male reproductive system, which wraps around the urethra. The main function of this gland is to add fluid that carries the sperm to the semen. The prostate has two phases of growth. It is during the first phase, during the teenage years, when its size doubles. It keeps on growing for the rest of a man’s life after 25 years of age. An enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia or the BPH, is a common problem among men. The enlarged prostrate clamps down the urethra which affects the urine flow from the bladder. If one suffers from nighttime urination (nocturia), frequent urination, urinary hesitation, weaker urine stream, urinary tract infections, or having trouble in emptying the bladder completely, they may be diagnosed with BPH. There are different types of treatments available for treating an enlarged prostate. Some popular herbal treatments for treating enlarged prostate are as follows: Saw palmetto One of the most popular herbal treatments for enlarged prostate is the use of saw palmetto. There are several studies that indicate that saw palmetto helps reduce the size of the inner lining of the prostate by inhibiting the production of testosterone. African Plum Extract or Pygeum The African plum extract has an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect on the urogenital tract because of the high amount of alcohols, fatty acids, and sterols such as the beta-sitosterol. Studies show that having around 100–200 mg of pygeum extract daily or splitting it into half and consuming it twice a day helps in reducing BPH symptoms. Zishen Yutai Pill or the ZYP The ZYP is an ancient Chinese mixture of three plants dating back to the 13th century. This is one of the herbal treatments for prostate enlargement that is still being studied for its effectiveness.

Sinuses always come in pairs of two and are found in four main areas of the face namely the frontal (in your forehead), ethmoid (between your eyes and across your nose), maxillary (in your cheeks), and sphenoid (behind your eyes and along the back of your head). If you feel a sharp sensation in the head and pressure around your eyes, forehead or even cheeks, a sinus infection could be one of the reasons. Sinus pressure mainly occurs due to seasonal allergies or a common cold. Pain due to sinus pressure is the outcome of blocked nasal passages. When your sinus cannot drain, it becomes hard, leading to swelling in the lining of the nose and sinus. In turn, this leads to inflammation and pain in your head, nose, and face. Home remedies to relieve sinus pressure Steam Pain due to sinus pressure could be a result of dry air which causes your sinuses to become drier. Steam adds moisture to the air and helps to soften your sinus passages and mucus that may have thickened over time. Sometimes, a hot shower can provide temporary relief from sinus pain. Breathe in the hot steam to reduce the pressure caused by a hard mucus layer inside your sinuses. You can also use a humidifier to relieve sinus pressure. To speed up your recovery, you can add a few drops of eucalyptus oil in your bathing water, as this oil contains cineole which is one of the main ingredients for healing acute sinusitis. Saline flush One treatment method for getting relief from pain due to sinus pressure and congestion is to cleanse your nose and sinuses with saline water. Saline water contains salt that helps to moisten your nasal linings and sinus pathways, and hence, it will reduce the sinus pressure. To make a saline spray at home, you will need an 8-ounce glass filled with distilled or sterilized lukewarm water.

Kidney stones, also known as nephrolithiasis or renal lithiasis, are residual hard deposits of salts and minerals, which form inside your kidneys. There are several causes for kidney stones and it can affect any part of the urinary tract, right from the kidneys to the bladder. Many times when the urine gets concentrated stones are formed which then allows minerals to stick with each other due to crystallization. Passing kidney stones is a painful activity; however, the stones do not lead to serious permanent damage, if they are identified in early stages. Depending on the situation of the person, one might only be required to drink lots of water and take some medication for the pain to pass on the kidney stone. However, in complex cases where the stones get lodged somewhere in the urinary tract, it can lead to complications or even a urinary infection. In certain cases, surgery might be required to fix the condition. Your doctor will also tell you about some preventive methods to reduce the risk of developing them again. Let us look at a few methods using which you can dissolve kidney stones. Water – One of the easiest ways to treat or prevent kidney stones is by drinking lots of water. Most of the health experts recommend drinking 8 glasses of water/day or 64 ounces of water/day. People suffering from kidney stones should consider drinking around 12 glasses of water/day to ease out the passage or slow the growth rate of the deposits in the kidney. Lemon juice – Since lemons contain lots of citrates, a compound known to slow the growth and break down calcium deposits, they help dissolve kidney stones. You might consider having two 5 oz glasses early in the morning on an empty stomach and another after a couple of hours after dinner, to help break down smaller kidney stones.