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Convulsions - First-Aid Measures
Convulsions, or to use a common, although distinctly un-medical term, "fits", often result in well-meaning bystanders doing more damage than good owing to erroneous and outdated beliefs. Let us clear these misconceptions and watch out for the correct first-aid measures to be taken. Convulsions may have several causes, such as idiopathic (cause unknown) epilepsy; brain damage resulting in mental abnormality; a hit or an injury to the... ❯❯❯
This Is The First Thing You Should Do If You Have A Blood Clot In Your Leg
So, you've got a blood clot in your leg. It's a heavy sentence that causes a lot of worry about one's health. Blood clots are nothing to take lightly, but it is important to know that if your doctor indicates that you're dealing with a blood clot in your leg, you need to be focused on hearing what the next steps are in addressing the issue. Maintaining your focus when you know you're dealing with a blood clot in your leg is easier... ❯❯❯
20 Foods That Are Good for Healthy Bones
Our body is composed structurally of bones as the primary support. Bone health is considered essential for everyone since weak bones make our life miserable. Essential nutrients for healthy bones can be obtained through various natural foods. The following food types promote healthy bones. 1. Milk Milk has a high calcium content value. Calcium is very necessary for healthy bones since it forms the structural part of the bones. The... ❯❯❯
Why You Should Find a Doctor Who You Can Get Along With
It is always important to deal with people who you can easily get along with. When it comes to medical issues, this is not any different. You should find someone who you are very comfortable speaking to as this is the very first step to great communication. This is also the best way to ensure that you can express your health issues and get help as soon as the need arises. When you can communicate with your doctor, you will access... ❯❯❯
Heat Stroke: Common Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Heat stroke, also known as sunstroke, is a dangerous malady that happens when your internal body temperature rises above 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius). Caused by high temperatures, if gone untreated, could lead to damage to many of your internal organs, including your brain. Avoiding this, especially in the hot summer months, is very important. The simplest way to ensure staying healthy is by drinking lots of water.... ❯❯❯
Quick Ways to Become Healthy in 14 Days
Want to become a very healthy person? Follow these steps and you'll be on your way to becoming a very healthy person. Healthy Diet The most important factor in transforming the body is your diet. You will become what you want to be only when you eat what you ought to eat. Maintaining a poor fast food diet would make you gain fat and lose muscle mass. Follow a strict diet with a lot of fruits, skimmed milk, nuts, a lot of veggies,... ❯❯❯
6 Awesome Tips to Get Fit While Doing Housework
Did you know that you can burn a lot of calories doing house chores? According to fitness experts, house chores can burn up to an average of 250 calories in an hour for a 150-lb individual. This post has highlighted some of the ways you can use your house chores to build up a sweat and get fit while doing housework. 1. Turn a bend into a functional exercise Every time you are doing a chore that requires bending, turn the motion into... ❯❯❯
Some Tips for Staying Healthy and Fit
There are a variety of reasons why people exercise, and many continue to exercise daily. Exercise has so many benefits that the list goes on and on. A few reasons why you should incorporate exercise into your daily routine are: Weight Maintenance Weight Loss Stress Reduction Combat Disease and Health Conditions Improve Mood Improve Circulation Promotes Better Sleep Improve Sex Life And More Getting Started with Exercise ... ❯❯❯
Immune System Development: What You Need to Know
Your immune system is your body's defense mechanism against harmful pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasitic worms, etc. The system is an interactive combination of various ways in which the body recognizes foreign cells, tissues and organisms and proceeds to fight them. The body system is your own, silent intelligence network and private army that identifies harmful organisms and destroys them throughout your life. ... ❯❯❯
Uses and Benefits of Lemon
Lemon, a citrus fruit when tasted brings a sour expression on your face. Though not consumed separately, the taste of lemon is unique from others. It has many kinds as well - Bonnie Brae, goes in San Diego, USA, Eureka, a common all place lemon, also called Four season because it has the capability to produce fruit and flowers together all year long, Femminello St. Teresa, that is found in Italy, Yen Ben, resident of Australia. Did you... ❯❯❯