Natural Health

Depression

It is estimated that about one in three people who consult their GP have some degree of depression. Symptoms include panicking, sleeping and eating badly, loss of sex drive, unexplained pains and illness, and feeling suicidal. Depression can vary from mild to severe and can be caused by numerous factors including a genetic susceptibility, changes in brain chemistry and hormone levels, medication, nutrition, lifestyle factors and relationship difficulties. Depression can be helped by antidepressant drugs or counseling, so it is important to see your doctor if you feel very low. Mild to moderate depression can benefit from self-help strategies, particularly dietary measures. Read the rest of this entry »

Dental Problems

To avoid dental problems, good oral hygiene is essential. Brush at least twice a day and floss daily to keep teeth and gums healthy.

People who wear dentures should also clean their mouth with a soft toothbrush and use a mouthwash.

If you have toothache, decaying or broken teeth, or your gums bleed when you brush your teeth, consult your dentist. Read the rest of this entry »

Dementia

A progressive decline of mental abilities which result in the restriction of a person’s daily functioning is a condition known as dementia. A direct result of the way dementia affected the brain is when memory, language, orientation or judgment deteriorate. Various diseases and conditions include Alzheimer’s disease, strokes, head injuries and other neurodegenerative conditions can affect the brain which can lead to dementia.

Dementia is possible at any age, depending on the cause, although the risk of developing dementia increases with age and is most commonly seen in the elderly. Among the main causes are inherited tendency combined with poor nutrition, pollution, inflammation and circulation problems. Read the rest of this entry »

Debility or Nervous Fatigue

Debility often refers to a loss of strength and ability and is a term used to describe someone who is in a state of weakness. What you used to enjoy doing now seems to take an effort and too much energy When you’re in a state of debility. The body and the immune system is weakened, leaving you vulnerable to illnesses and infections that you would fight off fairly easily under normal circumstances.

Debility most often occurs through lack of use rather than over-use of muscles, especially in the elderly. Debility can also occur in people who have been ill, or as a result of prolonged stress. If you are permanently tired without any obvious cause, consult your GP. Read the rest of this entry »

Dandruff

A chronic scalp disorder, dandruff is characterized by an itchy scalp and an excess of white flakes off the skin of the scalp. The skin cells starting to grow in the dermis and work their way up to form a layer of dead cells on the skin surface.

Brushing our hair gets rid of most of these microscopic dead cells without us even noticing. When they get larger due to fungal infection or an overly dry scalp, it may result in the condition dandruff.  Read the rest of this entry »

Convalescence

Illness places a huge strain on the body’s resources and energy levels. In the past people naturally allowed time to recover. In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, we often deny ourselves convalescence time. But giving your body time and a little help to return to full health is important, especially if you’ve been ill for a long time or recently discharged from hospital. Read the rest of this entry »

Cystitis And Urethritis

Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder lining, and is often caused by bacterial infection. Women are more prone than men because the female urethra is shorter and more vulnerable to infection. Symptoms include urgency to urinate, and the frequent passing of small amounts of urine with a burning or stinging pain, and sometimes with blood. Some people also feel feverish and ill. Urethritis is a sexually transmitted disease which may also cause inflammation of the whole urinary tract. It can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and sterility. For urethritis and severe or recurrent cystitis, it is advisable to consult your doctor. Read the rest of this entry »