Three types:

Stable angina - chronic stable angina
Unstable angina – can initiate heart attack
Variant angina or Prinzmetal’s angina - rare type caused by spasm of the coronary artery

Symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease

• Pressure
• Tightening
• Squeezing
• Burning sensation
• Pain in the chest area
• Discomfort in the chest area
• Pain in the arms, shoulders, throat, neck, jaw or back regions
• Also appears like indigestion

Other symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease:

• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Palpitations
• Excessive sweating
• Shortening of breath

Causes of Coronary Artery Disease

• Obstructive coronary vascular disease
• Fat deposits on the blood vessels of the heart
• blood clots that blocks the arteries

Other causes of Coronary Artery Disease:

• Anemia
• Diabetes
• Polycythemia
• Heavy smoking
• Drug use (e.g. cocaine)
• Heavy meals
• Physical exertion
• Emotional stress
• Uncontrolled blood pressure
• Thyroid glands related diseases
• Other types of heart diseases

Natural Treatment / Home remedies for Coronary Artery Disease

Vitamin A, C, E:
Increase in intake of foods high in vitamins A, C, E or take food vitamin supplements

Exercise
Exercise regularly and stay fit and active

Higher intake of fiber and vegetables, whole grains and fruits

Prevention for Coronary Artery Disease

Avoid stress
Sleep in timely manner
Exercise regularly
Avoid sedentary lifestyle
Regular check up and maintaining blood pressure in normal level
Avoid fatty and cholesterol rich foods

One of the most common skin disorders among young people is Acne scars. It appears mostly between 12-24 age bracket, Acne scars often causes embarrassment to young people. This age bracket is people that are most concerned about their physical attributes. However there is no much to worry about, since Acne and acne scars are can be treated naturally.

Acne is a type of inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands and hair follicles that appears in the face, chest neck, and shoulders. This type of condition may also surface as a result of hormonal disturbances during puberty period.

Symptoms of Acne Scar

• Acne scars appear in various forms as a result of acne
• Most of the Scars are result of inflamed sebaceous glands or glands connected with hair follicles.

Commonly affected areas:

• Face
• Forehead
• Cheeks
• Chin
• Temple
• Chest
• Back

Causes of Acne Scar

Commonly known causes:

• Improper food habits and dieting regimen
• Chronic constipation
• Unhygienic living conditions
• Stress and stressful environment

Some food that aggravates the condition of Acne that causes acne scars

Sugar
Fatty foods
Starchy foods
Animal fats
Chocolates
Alcohol
Tobacco

Natural Treatments / Home Remedies for Acne Scars

There are various acne scar treatments that help banish acne and resulting acne scars.

Cold Water:
Rinse the skin with cold water after squeezing waste.

Coriander:
One teaspoon of coriander juice mixed with a pinch of turmeric powder and apply in scars

Garlic:
Can be incorporated in food that is cooked or rub in acne scars directly

Mix of grated cucumber, orange peels, lemon peels is also an effective remedies for acne scars, apply on affected areas.

Diet suggestions for Acne Scars

• Avoid of excessive starch, sugar and fatty foods
• Maintain a balanced diet
• Avoid tea, coffee, pickles, condiments, fried foods, refined and processed foods, soft drinks, candies, and ice cream

Other Suggestions for Acne Scars

Have a regular physical fitness such as walking; cycling or swimming

Two types

• Respiratory Alkalemia
• Metabolic Alkalemia

Causes of Alkalemia

Metabolic Alkalemia develops when the body loses too much acid or gains too much base. When stomach acid is lost during periods of long instance of vomiting. In some cases, metabolic Alkalemia develops in a person who ingested higher base amount from substances like baking soda. This kind of Alkalemia can develop when excessive loss of sodium or potassium that affects the kidneys’ ability to control the blood’s acid and base balance.

Respiratory Alkalemia develops when rapid, deep breathing or hyperventilation which causes too much carbon dioxide to be expelled from the bloodstream. The most common cause of hyperventilation or respiratory Alkalemia, is anxiety.

Other causes of hyperventilation and consequent respiratory Alkalemia include pain, cirrhosis, low levels of oxygen in the blood, fever, and aspirin overdose which can also cause metabolic acidosis, the lungs and kidneys regulate the acid/base status of the body..

Hypokalemic Alkalemia is caused by the kidneys’ reaction to an extreme lack or loss of potassium which may be caused by some diuretic medications.

Compensated Alkalemia is caused when the body has partially compensated for Alkalemia, returning the acid/base balance to normal, even though bicarbonate and carbon dioxide levels remain abnormal.

Symptoms of Alkalemia

Alkalemia may cause the following:

• Irritability
• Muscle twitching
• Muscle cramps
• Confusion (may progress to stupor or coma)
• Hand tremor
• Nausea, vomiting
• Numbness or tingling in the face or extremities
• Light-headedness
• Sometimes no symptoms might occur.

If Alkalemia is severe, long instance of contraction and spasms of muscles or tetany can develop.

Natural Treatments Home Remedies for Alkalemia

In respiratory Alkalemia, the only treatment needed is to slow down the rate of breathing.
If pain is causing the person to breathe rapidly, relieving the pain usually subsides.
If it is caused by anxiety, an effort to slow breathing may make the condition disappear.
Breathing into a paper bag may help to raise the carbon dioxide level in the blood as the person breathes carbon dioxide back in after breathing it out.

Oral Rehydration Salt:
It is an OTC drug and can easily be converted into liquid form to replace water and electrolytes in the body

Cranberry Juice:
Drink everyday in either sweetened with honey or unsweetened

Citrus Fruits:
Eat raw, it can help to balance the base in the blood pH

Preventive Measures for Alkalemia

Always ensure that your kidneys are in good conditions, usually those individuals with healthy kidneys and lungs do not significantly experience Alkalemia.

The average hair growth rate is about 1.2 cm per month. While females between 15-30 years of age experiences faster hair growth.

Symptoms of Hair Loss

Hair fall, gradual appearance of bald patches and receding hairline are the most apparent symptom of hair loss.

Causes of Hair Loss

Primary factor for hair loss is malnutrition. Vitamin B6 and folic acid deficiency often leads to total hair loss. It is better to take vitamin supplements to counteract this condition.

Other causes to take note of are anxiousness, heredity and sudden distress; prolonged exposure to illnesses such as anemia, common cold, influenza, syphilis and typhoid; and damaged hair roots due to accumulation of dirt on the hair pores.

Treatment / Home Remedies for Hair Loss

Scalp care:
Washing your hair with cold water is a very good remedy for caring your scalp. Rub your scalp vigorously until it becomes warm. It the best remedy to activate the sebaceous glands and promotes blood circulation in the affected area.

Amla oil:
Boiled dry pieces of amla in coconut oil is one of the effective remedies in treatment of Hair Loss. Apply on the hair to promote hair growth. You can also mix equal parts of fresh amla and lime juice for shampoo substitute. It will prevent hair loss and stimulate hair growth.

Lettuce:
Mixing lettuce and spinach juice is also a good remedy. Take at least ½ liter a day to promote hair growth.

Amaranth:
Make a home remedy for Hair Loss out of juice extract of amaranth leaves. Apply on the hair and scalp to make it smooth and stimulate hair growth.

Alfalfa:
Mixing equal parts of alfalfa, carrot, and lettuce juice is also a good remedy for Hair Loss. Take it daily to promote hair grown. Use fresh alfalfa leaves when preparing the juice.

Margosa:
Washing hair using a decoction out of margosa (neem) leaves to treat hair fall and hair loss is one of the effective remedies in Hair Loss . It will get rid of parasitical infestation, enhance hair color while promoting hair growth.

The leaves of the margosa tree are also beneficial home remedy in the treatment of hair loss. If hair has been falling or has ceased to grow it should be washed with the decoction of neem leaves. This will stop hair from falling and stabilize its blackness. It will also make the hair longer and kill lice and other infesting insects.

Mustard oil:
Boiling 250 ml of mustard oil in a tin basin is one of the tested remedy of Hair Loss. Gradually add 60 gm of henna leaves until they are cooked well. Filter using a cloth and store in a clean container. Massage oil on the scalp regularly to promote hair growth.

Coconut milk:
Massaging coconut milk on the scalp is a good remedy to stimulate the hair roots.

Lime-pepper seeds:
Ground pieces of lime and black pepper seeds to make a paste is also a great home remedy for Hair Loss. Apply on affected area 2 times a day for a few weeks. It increases blood circulation and stimulates hair growth.

Licorice:
Grinding pieces of licorice and mixing it with milk and a pinch of saffron to make a paste is also a tested best remedy for Hair Loss. Apply on the bald areas at night before bedtime.

Onion:
Rubbing onions as one of the home remedy for Hair Loss: rub on the affected area every morning and evening until it reddens. Rub with honey afterwards.

Pigeon pea:
Make a paste out of pigeon pea or red gram. Apply regularly on bald patches.

Coconut oil:
One of the noted home remedy for Hair Loss is mixing refined coconut oil, limewater and limejuice. Apply on the hair and scalp to prevent hair loss. It will also encourage hair growth.

Coriander:
Coriander as a home remedy: Make a juice extract out of green coriander leaves and rub it on the scalp.

Black gram:
Black Gram as home remedy: Make a paste out of black gram and fenugreek to promote hair growth.

Castor oil:
Castor oil as home remedy: Use Castor oil regularly to encourage hair growth.

Diet Plan for Hair Loss

Healthy hair primarily depends on the body’s nutrients. Therefore, and individual should take a well-balanced diet consisting of foods that contains vital nutrients for the body. Eating liberal amounts of nuts, grains, fruits, vegetables, and seeds will do this. Supply it with honey, milk, wheat germ, yeasts, liver and vegetable oil.

Other Suggestions

Take care of your hair properly by washing and combing it regularly.
Rub the scalp with a towel after shampooing
Choose the best remedies that responds well on your situation

Symptoms of  Sleep Apnea

While sleeping, there is an occurrence of low to high pitch nasal noise. It may come in regular or irregular pattern and is accompanied by heavy breathing.

Causes of Sleep Apnea

Sleep Apnea occurs when the tongue and palate muscles relaxes and collapses together. The soft tissues of the tonsils and tongue change the quality of the sound that produces Sleep Apnea. The sleeping position of the patient affects the frequency of Sleep Apnea.

Any instance that contributes to blockage of air passages will cause Sleep Apnea. This includes sleeping or lying on your back, the tongue fall backwards towards the throat and blocks the airway; enlarged adenoids or tongue; and swollen nasal passages due to cold or allergy. For children, it is caused by enlarged tonsils and adenoids.

Aging affects the occurrence of Sleep Apnea. Older people snore for the muscle tone decreases as one age.

Drinking alcoholic beverages, taking certain medications and physical exhaustion may make a person snore heavily at sleep.

Natural Treatment / Homemade Remedies for Sleep Apnea

Lose weight: 
Take proper weight loss diet or exercise. Losing weight can put an end to Sleep Apnea and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Avoid smoking: 
Smoking can block nasal passages and increase mucous in the throat passages.

Reduce alcohol consumption for it relaxes the muscles of the throat and the soft tissues.

Sleeping sideways can reduce the noise when Sleep Apnea.

Symptoms of Tinea Pedis

The most common symptom of Tinea pedis is the itching between the toe fingers. Sometimes white lesions and moist appears between the toe fingers. The patient may experience a burning sensation in their toes, and may suffer from blisters and inflammation of the skin. Redness and traces of scales are visible and this may also create a pungent smell from the toe.

Causes of Tinea Pedis

Tinea pedis fungus thrives most on places with high humidity conditions. They are mostly found on feet because of the enclose space between the footwear and the feet, and unsanitary public places like swimming pool, showers, and bathrooms provides a suitable environment for the fungus to grow. Sharing socks or shoes with an infected person will allow the transfer disease. Infection may also occur through pet interaction for there are instances that they carry the fungus on their fur.

Treatment / Home Remedies for Tinea Pedis

White Vinegar:
Make a solution made of one part of white vinegar to four parts of water is as effective as a commercially available anti-fungal powder. Soak your feet to it for 20 to 30 minutes twice day, and then sprinkle a proper amount of baking soda in your feet, focusing mainly between your toe fingers to target those hidden areas susceptible to the disease. Rinse your feet after fifteen minutes.

Tea Tree Oil:
Rub a generous amount of tea tree oil in between your toe finger for it contains antifungal properties.

Antiseptic mouthwash:
Soak your feet in an antiseptic mouthwash such as Listerine for immediate relief from itching or burning,

Cornstarch:
Sprinkle some cornstarch in your feet to keep your fingers dry. Cornstarch is effective in soaking moisture

Diet Suggestions for Tinea Pedis

Avoid eating bakery products and products that have high yeast content.

Avoid alcohol, sugar, sodas and grains.

Have a healthy and balanced diet by avoiding fried, greasy and processed foods and switching to a diet consisting of fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables.

You can eat raw garlic or include it in when you’re preparing your meals since garlic has a good anti-fungal property

Further Suggestions for Tinea Pedis

Always keep your feet dry by using antiperspirant or hair dryer rather than towels when drying your feet. Use anti-fungal powder rather than creams.

Choose socks that are made of cotton.

Clean your shoes from inside using a paper or a cotton cloth. Use only footwear made of natural fibers.

Use mild soaps instead of deodorants when washing your feet.

Symptoms of Apthuos Ulcer

A burning or tingling sensation can be felt before a small, reddish sores appears. It measures less than 10 mm and targets the movable parts inside the mouth such as the tongue. A ruptured sore is covered with a yellowish coat surrounded by a reddish color.

Swollen lymph nodes, listlessness and are some of the other symptoms concerning Apthous Ulcer.

Causes Apthuos Ulcer

Actual causes are not yet authenticated. Conditions that may trigger the effect of Apthous Ulcer are unstable immune system, minor injuries inside the mouth caused by eating tough foods such as chips and nuts, or by biting the interior of the mouth.

Certain food allergies, bacterial infections, gastrointestinal tract-related diseases, gene transfer though heredity, hormonal imbalance caused by menstrual period for women, zinc, iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 deficiencies and traumas caused by previous accidents also constitute to getting Apthous Ulcer.

Treatments / Home Remedies for Apthuos Ulcer

Aloe vera:
Aloe juice could make an excellent mouthwash.

Baking soda:
Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a half cup of warm water. Rinse your mouth with it several times a day to get rid of the sores.

Grapefruit:
Put 5-6 drops of grapefruit seed extracts in a glass of water. Use this excellent disinfectant for rinsing at least once a day.

Hydrogen peroxide:
Mix 1 part hydrogen peroxide with 3 parts water and use this as mouthwash twice a day.

Plum: Make a plum juice extract. You can use a cotton ball to apply when the condition is worse than normal.

Soda:
Mix 1 teaspoon soda and a pinch of salt in a cup of warm water. Use it to gargle your mouth and reduce the soreness.

Goldenseal:
Make a mouthwash by mixing ½ Goldenseal powder, ¼ tsp salt to a cup of warm water. Or you can apply it directly to your mouth in powder form.

Alum:
Applying alum on the sores twice a day will help relieve the pain and speeds up healing.

Baking powder:
Applying baking powder will help reduce the presence of bacteria in the affected area. Use it in either powdered or in paste form.

Onion:
Rubbing raw onions are an excellent remedy for Apthous Ulcer.

Papaya: For instant relief, eat a slice of fresh papaya or chew some of its leaves. There are also papaya tablets that can use as a substitute.

Tea tree oil:
Rub a fairly amount of tea tree oil to the sores.

Diet Suggestions for Apthuos Ulcer

Include whole grains and green leafy vegetables in your every meal for they are good sources of vitamin B which greatly help relieve Apthous Ulcer.

At the same time, choose foods that are easy to digest by lightly cooking vegetables and grains.

Yogurt are not only tasty, but also healthy food supplement. It contains Active acidophilus in which helps cure and prevent an outbreak of Apthous Ulcer.

Food to avoid while having Apthuos Ulcer:

1. Coffee, citrus fruits and as they may irritate your mouth.
2. Spicy and acidic foods will increase the pain.
3. Chips, wafers and nuts.
4. Diary products, salty, sweet and oily foods, and animal protein from meats.

Other Suggestions for Apthuos Ulcer

Learn to take your meals slowly by chewing in a timely manner so as not to aggravate your mouth’s condition.

Don’t forget to brush your teeth after every meal.

When experiencing pain, apply ice directly to the sores.

Symptoms may include:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Sore throat
• Night sweats
• Swollen tonsils
• Loss of appetite
• Soft, swollen spleen
• Swollen lymph nodes in neck and armpits

The virus incubates from four to eight weeks, shorter incubation period occurs in children. Fever and sore throat usually subsides within a couple of weeks, but fatigue, enlarged lymph nodes and a swollen spleen may stay for few more weeks.

Causes of Mononucleosis

The main cause of mononucleosis is Epstein-Barr virus; this has similar symptoms that are caused by cytomegalovirus.

This type of illness is not very serious. Most of the adults have been exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus and have built up antibodies overtime. This made them immune and the said illness will not recur.

Home Remedies for Mononucleosis

Bergamot, Eucalyptus, and Lavender essential oils:
Can be used as aromatherapy treatment, use extracts for a warm bath; this may help to relieve fatigue.

Saltwater:
Can be used as gargle

Garlic:
Eating garlic can help reducing chances of infections.

Rest is he best remedy for mononucleosis. If diagnosed with mononucleosis, the patient is advised to take a good rest and complete sleep with good diet to combat further complications.

Diet suggestions for Mononucleosis

Eat four to six small meals every day
Fruits and vegetables must be included in the diet
Adequate amount of water must be consumed everyday to flush body toxins
Avoid meat, saturated fats, caffeine and decaffeinated drinks.
Avoid any stressful activities

Other suggestion for Mononucleosis

Wash hands regularly with antibacterial soaps.
Avoid physical contacts with infected person
Always maintain proper and good hygiene
Don’t use other people toothbrush to avoid infections or spreading of virus

Menopausal Disorder Symptoms

Many women develop disturbing symptoms like:

* Hot flushes
* Night sweats
* Tension
* Insomnia
* Lack interest in sex
* Irritability
* Palpitation
* Dizziness
* Headache
* Numbness
* Depression

At menopause, the entire endocrine glands is affected, particularly, the gonads, thyroid, and pituitary glands. In some women, the menopausal change takes place without any unpleasant symptoms, the only change really being the discontinuance of menstrual flow.

Hormonal Imbalance

Symptoms associated with menopause are from the fact that the ovaries are no longer producing their normal amount of estrogen for the body. Estrogen is the dominant female hormone.

Hormonal imbalance may also bring backache which is caused by thinning of the bones. This type of condition is called osteoporosis which arises from the result of low level of estrogen in the bloodstream.

Causes of Menopausal Disorder

Menopause can result in severe calcium deficiency due to lack of ovarian hormone, more than the natural dosage of Calcium supplement can help. Vitamin D is also needed for assimilation of calcium.

Food Supplement/ Vitamins C & D:
Women who are experiencing menopausal disturbing symptoms time should supplement their daily diet with 1,000 units of natural vitamin D, 500 mg of magnesium, and obtain 2 gm of calcium daily which can get by concuming 1 liter of milk.

Beet Juice:
Should be taken in small quantities of 60 to 90 ml at a time for three times a day

Carrot Seeds:
For menopausal tension, a teaspoon of the seeds boiled in a glass of cow’s milk for 10 minutes. It must be consumed everyday

Licorice
One of the best remedies for menopausal disorders, it contains estrogen; this can help in replacing the needed hormones. Take at least 1 teaspoon of the powder daily.

Indian Spikenard
Indian spikenard must be given in small doses of 2 gm daily. This helps in soothing the nervous system.

Diet Recommendations for Menopausal Disorders

Include seeds, nuts, grains, vegetables, and fruits in every meal. Food that are rich in vitamin E is a must

Processed, refined, and denatured foods must be avoided.

Other Suggestions for Menopausal Disorders

Have a healthy lifestyle
Avoid mental and emotional stresses
Have a good and complete sleep

What Heated Stones Massage therapy Offers

The following are what this type of practice offers the recipient, aside from the feeling of general well-being:

One will experience being relaxed more deeply.

Tension from the body and stress felt are brought to a minimum level.

Muscles that have become rigid and tight will be relieved.

Joints that have become taut will be relaxed.

One’s nervous system will be brought to a tranquil state.

Metabolism will be improved.

Symptoms of PMS like bloating will be given relief.

Constant aching of the neck and back will be reduced.

One will be rejuvenated and more energized.

Changes of physiological nature like the temperature of your body, the rate that you are breathing and the rate that your heart is beating are some that are of significance that you will notice during the performance of the heated stone massage. Your body temperature and the rates that you are breathing and your heart is beating will go up and go down. Heated stone massage therapy is performed to signify these changes therefore these should not alarm you. How the exchange of oxygen and blood in the body and including the blood flow can be established by the therapist with the results he gets from these physiological changes mentioned. You will have the feeling of general wellness after you undergo the heated stone massage.

Do not make the mistake in thinking that this type of technique is just one of those health craze that will be forgotten soon. It had been years and even centuries that people have been using heated stone massage in indulging one’s body, making it more relaxed and relieved. Feeling new and refreshed is what you get from this age-old technique.