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Women have to struggle with this every month. The period make them feeling sick, bloated and sometimes the pain that this cause is real nightmare. But we can’t do anything about this because this is a natural and normal body function. All women shall know this fact, because it may discover serious health issue. But women aren’t so exited to talk about their period and usually those problems can be unnoticed. If you know this facts, you will be able to identify the signs, to be more informed to help yourself in time if there is a health issue. Color and flow, the period can be categorized in three type of colors: Mashed frozen blueberries Strawberry jam Cranberry juice According to Dr. Alisa Vitti, a holistic health counselor and functional nutritionist. The texture which seems to frozen blueberries shows high estrogen levels, making the cycle heavier than it should be, because the uterus is thicker than it shall be. The color like strawberry jam is showing low l...

We’ve all had those restless nights of tossing and turning, staring at the ceiling, unable to get more than a couple hours of shuteye. The more you worry about not sleeping, the more your mind races, and next thing you know, the sun is peeking through the window. I’ve spent one too many nights this way and needed to put an end to my poor sleeping patterns. I came across this delicious tea recipe and it improved my cycle completely. Irregular sleeping patterns or even insomnia can stem from several different things like depression, stress and anxiety. Almost every night, I would get into bed and my mind would be racing. Whether I was thinking about work, family, or simply the things I needed to get done the next day, I just couldn’t allow myself to relax. If your mind is active, chances are you won’t fall asleep. Certain medications can also cause insomnia. Pain medications, antihistamines, and heart and blood pressure medicines are among the many that contribu...

We all love apples and we all know the old saying – apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? Well, this is why many people just go to the local health store or supermarket and buy a bunch of apples, and go home feeling like they have done something good for their family. But, you should be very careful, because your store-bought apples may be covered with harmful wax. First, you should know that all apples produce a natural wax, but many are covered by a food-grade wax so they can stay in storage for long periods of time. And the bad thing about this is that some food-grade wax is made from petroleum products, and it is well known that petroleum is not good for the body. So, here comes the million-dollar question – what you need to do, to protect yourself. Well, first make sure you buy all your apples from a farmer’s market or a local farm stand and the only wax you will find on those apples is the natural wax the fruit creates to seal in moisture. But, unfort...

When we feel pain, we will first talk to the doctor or we will reach for the medicals! However, after reading this article, you will see that it is not good to poison yourself with the chemicals, or wait in the crowded waiting rooms at the doctor. The well known method – reflexology, claims that every dot on our body is connected in some way with our hands. The thumb is connected with the heart and the lungs. If you breathe hardly, rub the thumb and pull it. As a result, the heartbeats should slow down. The forefinger is connected to the colon and the stomach. Do you suffer from constipation or abdominal pains? Press the forefinger, rub it for 60 seconds, and then pull it. You will feel improvements in a short period. The middle finger is connected with the heart, small intestine, blood and respiratory system. Stretch out the finger and rub it every time when you feel nausea, dizziness or insomnia while traveling. The ring finger – this finger has a strong influence ...

A patient at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, has reportedly died of Lassa fever. It was learnt that the patient, said to be a male whose identity could not be ascertained, died at the Intensive Care Unit of the hospital, after a surgery. Our correspondent also gathered that all the doctors, nurses and other auxiliary staff, who had contact with him at the theatre and ICU have been quarantined and closely monitored for symptoms of the hemorrhagic disease in the hospital. It was also learnt that the equipment used in the patient’s treatment had also been quarantined. According to a source in the hospital, the victim had been admitted to the hospital after complaining of appendicitis, some weeks after the burial of his mother in Ekpoma, who reportedly lost her life to the Lassa fever virus. He was said to have undergone a surgery but died three hour later. Confirming the incident on Tuesday, the Chief Medical Director of Prof. Michael Ibadin, said that th...

Federal Medical Centre, Owerri – We are committed to being a versatile team spirited hospital system which sustains efficient, high quality, affordable, specialized services further enhanced through Research and Human Resource development. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below: Job Title: Pharmacy Intern Location: Owerri Qualification Interested and qualified candidates should possess relevant qualifications. Application Closing Date 23rd May, 2016. Interview Date Tuesday 3rd May, 2016. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates are required to obtain Application Forms from the Office of the Head of Administration Federal Medical Centre, Owerri. All completed application forms with detailed curriculum vitae and photocopies of relevant certificates and current practicing license should he submitted to the Office of Head of Administration. Note All applications should be addressed to the Medical Federal Medical Centre,...

Keloids are scars that become enlarged due to abnormal growth of fibrous tissues. Skin injuries like acne, minor burns, bites, cuts, or scrapes can leave scars. Keloids form over time, when an excess amount of collagen grows in the scars. Generally, they do not cause pain, but sometimes they can be itchy. Even though keloids do not pose a health concern, many people dislike having these enlarged, ugly scars. Some people opt for surgery, injections or laser treatment to remove them. Instead of paying for expensive treatments, there are some simple natural remedies that you can use to take care of your keloids at home for little cost. Garlic prevents the excessive fibroblast proliferation that can lead to keloids, making it a good home treatment for these types of scars. If garlic oil is not available, you can use crushed garlic cloves. If the garlic oil or crushed cloves cause burning or irritation, immediately wash the area with lukewarm water. Here are the top 10 home remedies for...