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High Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease. With high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. Eventually,...
Strep Throat
Strep throat is a bacterial infection that can make your throat feel sore and scratchy. Strep throat accounts for only a small portion of sore throats. If untreated, strep throat can cause complications, such as kidney inflammation or rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever...
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Common Cold
The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). It's usually harmless, although it might not feel that way. Many types of viruses can cause a common cold. Sore throat and runny nose are usually the first signs of a cold,...
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Diet, excess body weight, some medical conditions, and certain supplements and medications are among the many causes of kidney stones. Kidney stones can affect any part of your...
Muscle Soreness
Muscle soreness is a side effect of the stress put on muscles when you exercise. It is commonly called Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, or DOMS, and it is completely normal. DOMS usually begins within 6-8 hours after a new activity or a change in activity and can last...
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from your lungs. People who have bronchitis often cough up thickened mucus, which can be discolored. Bronchitis may be either acute or chronic. Often developing from a cold or...
Remedies for Symptoms of Gas, Bloating, Constipation, Diarrhea, and Even Indigestion, Heartburn or GERD?
Western Pharmaceuticals recognizes most cases of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be relieved through diet and lifestyle changes; however, some people may require medication or surgery. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid...
Detox to Weight Loss
Each year millions of Americans enroll in commercial and self-help weight loss programs. Health care providers and their obese patients know little about these programs but evidence shows that knowledge on managing a healthy weight makes a difference (Annals of...
