When it comes to kidney and back pain, some people aren’t sure which is which. This isn’t all too surprising. Since the kidney is in the back, sometimes the pains can be similar. A stabbing pain, a tightness in that particular area - nobody is sure. To make matters worse,...
Known as one of the life-threatening eating disorders, binge eating is a psychological condition that impacts people from all social classes and ages. Binge eating or also called compulsive eating is totally different from anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and other eating disorders. This one is characterized by the lack of self-control...
A burning pain in the chest, just behind the breastbone, that usually occurs after meal. Pain that worsens when lying down or bending over. Bitter or acidic taste in the mouth. These are the symptoms of heartburn. Heartburn is common. Most people can manage it on their own through lifestyle...
Many of us know turmeric to be one of the main components of curry powder. Notably, with its bright yellow color, many people have used turmeric to dye fabrics. But apart from being used as dyestuff or seasoning to enhance the flavor of our food, turmeric is popular in India...
Acne is a skin condition, which happens when dead cells and oil plug the hair follicles. The acne can appear in various areas such as the face, chest, back, and shoulders. It is very common as it affects people of all ages. But the risk of adolescents having acne is...
Dysthymia also known as Persistent Depressive Disorder is when a person suffers from a mild case of depression. Unlike Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Dysthymia occurs as a chronic form of depression. Episodes of dysthymia can last longer than weeks and sometimes into years. However, people also afflicted with Dysthymia can...
We’ve all had our dark moments. At some point in our life, we were able to experience a lack of coordination and focus, loss of interest, and even never-ending thoughts. During those bad days, we need to put extra effort to push ourselves to fight against anxiety. This is why...
Going out to grab a couple of drinks with some good friends isn’t that bad. However, losing count of the shots you’re taking might not always be a good idea. Drinking too much could also give you a not-so-good feeling in the morning. Headache, dizziness, lightheadedness? Yup! That’s what hangover...
Essential amino acids are important to the body and they have a variety of uses. On a cellular level, they are often seen in DNA synthesis and how they craft and synthesize the proper DNA. Other times, they are also used in improving the function of other cells such as...
Appendicitis is a rare occurrence when one of the organ ruptures. This organ is known as the appendix. The appendix is an organ in the body that has been up for debate for a long time. Some people say its just an evolutionary artifact from the past. Others say that...