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March 21, 2010 C, Cholecystitis 6 Comments

Cholecystitis is a disorder caused by the inflammation of the gall bladder that further complicates to Cholelithiasis, another disorder where gallstones; which are due to the disturbances in the composition of the bile, are formed inside the gall bladder.

Symptoms of Cholecystitis

Patients who have gall bladder disease often experience alternating acute pain in the abdominal area.

Constipation, indigestion, nausea, and fullness in the stomach after each meal are other symptoms.

Acne, anemia, dizziness, jaundice, appearance of skin lesions, and fatty acid intolerance are evident.

Causes of  Cholecystitis

Over nutrition due to excessive intake of refined carbohydrates, specifically sugar, is the primary cause of gall bladder disorders. It also leads to increased cholesterol secretion.

Chronic constipation, heredity, malnutrition and stress also contribute to the onset of these diseases. Fat deposits in the stomach triggers gall bladder pain or gallstone colic.

Chinese medicine relates emotional factors such as anger with gall-bladder disorders.

Home Remedies for Cholecystitis

Beet: Mix 100 ml each of fresh beet juice, carrot juice and cucumber juices. Take twice daily. It is an excellent cleansing agent for gall bladders.

Pear: Eat liberal amount of pears. It helps relieve oneself from gall bladder disorders and gallstones.

Chicory: Make a 30-60 ml decoction out of chicory or endive flowers, seeds or roots. Take it 3 times daily. Chicory or endives juices also help secrete bile and are also an excellent reliever of liver and gall bladder disorders.

Dandelion: Mix 125 ml of dandelion juice and 125 ml of watercress juice. Take twice daily along with a vegetarian diet. Exclude foods that contain sugar and starch.

Olive and Sunflower Oil: Natural and unrefined olive and sunflower oils are excellent removal agent of gallstones. Take 30 ml of vegetable or olive oil first thing in the morning. Follow it with 120 ml of grapefruit or lemon juice. Repeat treatment procedure every morning for several days. Extend to weeks if necessary.

Diet Suggestions for Cholecystitis

Undergo water fasting for 2-3 days for inflamed gall bladder until all symptoms subsided. Take on a fruit and vegetable juice diet consisting of beet, carrot, lemon, grape, grapefruit, and pear juices for a few days. Adapt a well balanced diet consisting of raw and cooked vegetables, fruit and vegetable juices, and a moderate amount of fruits and seeds afterwards.

Take 1 tablespoon of olive oil twice a day along with yogurt and cottage cheese.

Avoid animal fats, eggs, meat, spices condiments, pickles, coffee, sugary products, and fried, greasy and processed foods.

Take several small meals instead of the usual three to help ease digestion.

Other suggestions for Cholecystitis

Hot pack application or fomentation applied in the upper abdominal area can help relieve gallstone colic pains.

Administer a warm water enema taken at body temperature to eliminate fecal accumulations for constipated patient.

Undergo surgery for enlarged gallstones.

Take physical exercises.

Chlamydia

September 17, 2009 C, Chlamydia 3 Comments

chlamydia

Chlamydia is one of the common sexually transmitted disease (STD). This kind of disease is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, a bacterium, which can damage a woman’s capacity to bear child and can result to more complicated sexual health issues.

Symptoms of Chlamydia

Around 85 % for female and 40% for males can be asymptomatic (no symptoms at all)

  • Vaginal discharge
  • Penile discharge
  • Anal discharge
  • Pain during urination
  • Lower abdominal pain
  • Low back pain
  • Nausea
  • Fever
  • Pain during intercourse
  • And/or bleeding between menstrual periods

Causes of Chlamydia

Chlamydia can be transmitted during sexual activities (vaginal, anal, or oral sex). This can also be passed from Chlamydia infected mother to her baby during natural way of childbirth. Men who engaged in sexual activity with an infected partner can also contact Chlamydia.

Natural Treatment / Home Remedies

Chlamydia can result to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) if untreated so it is advised to seek Professional Medical advice if somebody is suspected of Chlamydia infection.

It is advised that the infected persons’ sexual partner (s) should undergo medical check-up to ensure that the infection be addressed and avoid the recurrence.

Coconut Water:
Drink a glass coconut water at least 2 times a day until the symptoms subsided.

Yogurt: Dip a tampon in a bowl of yogurt. Use it twice a day. Continue treatment for a few more days until the symptoms subsided.

Tea tree oil: Place a few drops of tea tree oil on a tampon before using it.

Garlic: Apply garlic paste directly on affected area. This treatment should be used only for non-vaginal infection.

Diets Suggestion for Chlamydia

Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to ensure a healthy body and lifestyle.

Further Suggestions for Chlamydia

Avoid wearing tight underwear, acrylic garments, jeans, leggings, and panty hose everyday.

Use loose fitting undergarments made of cotton.
Refrain from scented using tampons or sanitary pads if you’re suspecting infection.

Avoid using sprays for it may cause irritation.

Avoid prolonged contact with wet clothes. Dry yourself as soon as possible and before changing into a new set of dry clothes.

Prevention of  Chlamydia

Always practice safe sexual measures if engaged in sexual activities with multiple partners

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is characterized by chest pains, it is also called angina. The presence discomfort around the chest area due to narrowing of the arteries. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) can also caused by blocking of arteries, and thickening of heart muscles. More blood supply that passes through narrow arteries causes discomfort and leads to Coronary Artery Disease.

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

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