Hypertension -Causes, symptoms and treatments Blood pressure is the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels. How great the pressure is depends on the work being done by the heart and the resistance of the blood vessels. Medical guidelines define hypertension as a blood pressure higher than 140 over 90 millimeters of mercury (mmHg). The systolic reading of 140 mmHg refers to the pressure as the heart pumps blood around the body. The diastolic reading of 90 mmHg refers to the pressure as the heart relaxes and refills with blood. --Causes-- Blood pressure varies throughout the day. It is lower during sleep and higher on awakening. Occasionally having high blood pressure for a short time is a normal physiological response to many situations. Acute stress and intense exercise, for example, can briefly elevate blood pressure in a healthy person. For this reason, a diagnosis of hypertension normally requires several readings that show high blood p

Diabetes- Symptoms, Causes and Treatments 1) Type 1 diabetes The body does not produce insulin. Some people may refer to this type as insulin-dependent diabetes, juvenile diabetes, or early-onset diabetes. People usually develop type 1 diabetes before their 40th year, often in early adulthood or teenage years. Type 1 diabetes is nowhere near as common as type 2 diabetes. Approximately 10% of all diabetes cases are type 1. Patients with type 1 diabetes will need to take insulin injections for the rest of their life. They must also ensure proper blood-glucose levels by carrying out regular blood tests and following a special diet. 2) Type 2 diabetes The body does not produce enough insulin for proper function, or the cells in the body do not react to insulin (insulin resistance). Approximately 90% of all cases of diabetes worldwide are type 2. Diabetes patient measuring glucose level in bloodMeasuring the glucose level in blood Some people may be able to control their type 2 d

Constipation-  Causes, Symptoms and Treatment --Causes of constipation-- Man suffering with constipation Constipation happens when the colon absorbs too much water; this can occur if the muscles in the colon are contracting slowly or poorly, causing the stool to move too slowly and lose more water. These are the most common causes of constipation: (1) Lack of fiber in diet People whose diets include a good quantity of fiber are significantly less likely to suffer from constipation. It is important to consume foods rich in fiber such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Fiber promotes bowel movements and prevents constipation. Foods that are low in fiber include high-fat foods, such as cheese, meat, and eggs. ( 2) Physical inactivity Constipation can occur if someone becomes too physically inactive; this is especially the case in older adults. For individuals who have been bedridden for a long time, perhaps for several days or weeks, their risk of having constipation is

Stomach ulcers - symptoms treatment --Causes of stomach ulcers-- The two main causes of ulcers of the stomach and small intestine are: - Helicobacter pylori bacteria - A class of painkillers called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, (NSAIDs) Less common causes of stomach ulcers include: - Excess stomach acidity (hyperacidity) - this can occur for a range of reasons, including genetics, smoking, stress, and some foods - Zollinger-Ellison - a disease that causes an excess of stomach acid to be produced (rare) --Stomach ulcer symptoms-- A woman is lying down with abdominal pain. Pain is the main symptom of a stomach ulcer, either around the stomach or slightly higher up. The classic symptom of a stomach ulcer is indigestion, also called dyspepsia. Indigestion causes pain or discomfort in the stomach area. This symptom can be mistaken for heartburn, which can occur at the same time. Heartburn can be caused by acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It occurs slightl

Back pain - Causes symptoms treatments Back pain is a very common complaint, approximately 80% will have low back pain at least once in their lives. Back pain is a common reason for absence from work and doctor visits. Although back pain may be painful and uncomfortable, it is not usually serious. Even though back pain can affect people of any age, it is significantly more common among adults aged between 35 and 55 years. Experts say that back pain is associated with the way our bones, muscles and ligaments in our backs work and connect together. --Causes of back pain-- The human back is composed of a complex structure of muscles, ligaments, tendons, disks and bones - the segments of our spine are cushioned with cartilage-like pads called disks. Problems with any of these components can lead to back pain. In some cases of back pain, its cause is never found. Strain - the most common causes of back pain are: - Strained muscles - Strained ligaments - A muscle spasm Things that c

Watch this Video that eliminates worry: How to eliminate worry and stay healthy. According to an October 2014 Gallup poll, Americans worry about a lot of issues. Many of those things are outside of our control, and worrying just compounds the grief. According to a study by the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom, worrying can have long-term chronic health consequences, including cardiovascular disease. How do you stop? While exercise is a commonly prescribed cure for easing your worries–it’s considered better than Xanax because it releases feel-good hormones–you don’t have to break a sweat to calm your fears. Here are seven other actions you can take to take your mind off of your troubles: 1. CHANGE YOUR BEDTIME If you like to stay up late at night, you might be feeding your inner worrier. Researchers at Binghamton University in New York found that people who go to bed very late and sleep for short amounts of time are more overwhelmed with negative thoughts than tho

Young kids are playing in the Stadium. Benefit of Sports To Your Health Whether it is a pickup game of basketball or an organized water polo league, playing sports can make you healthier and happier because of the physical activity involved. Playing sports contributes to muscle development, coordination, cardiovascular health and numerous other benefits associated with disease prevention; physical activity can help ward of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension, obesity, depression and osteoporosis, according to Sport and Development.org. Sports and Unique Populations Playing sports can help children develop healthy bones, stronger cardiovascular systems and powerful lungs, according to Sport and Development.org. Child athletes also develop motor skills and cognitive skills. Being physically active as a child makes it more likely to continue playing sports as an adult, promoting lifelong health, according to the United Nations. Among w

Itchy eyes - Causes And Treatment Your eyes are light of the body -- meaning that eyes are very special organ of the body that should be well cared for. Itchy eyes is the scratching of the eyes which may be caused by allergens, infections and others. When eyes are itchy, they may be redish in colour due to its inflammation. --Causes-- Certain medical conditions can cause itchy eyes, as well as other accompanying symptoms. Some conditions may include: --Atopic keratoconjunctivitis-- This is the Inflammation of the cornea and the conjunctiva (the membrane that covers the front of the eye). This is a condition in which a person is genetically predisposed to an abnormal allergic reaction to a specific allergen. People with this medical condition produce higher than average levels of antibodies, and these may affect them all year round. If the condition is not treated, the following symptoms may occur: - ulcers - scarring - cataracts keratoconus, where the cornea thins and causes a co

Acne - Causes and treatments What is acne? Acne is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease that results in whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules. It is not dangerous, but it can leave skin scars. Human skin has pores that connect to oil glands under the skin. Follicles connect the glands to the pores. Follicles are small sacs that produce and secrete liquid. The glands produce an oily liquid called sebum. Sebum carries dead skin cells through the follicles to the surface of the skin. A small hair grows through the follicle out of the skin. Pimples grow when these follicles get blocked, and oil builds up under the skin. They tend to appear on the face, back, chest, shoulders, and neck. Skin cells, sebum, and hair can clump together into a plug. This plug gets infected with bacteria, and swelling results. A pimple starts to develop when the plug begins to break down. Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) is the name of the bacteria that live on the skin and contributes

Coughs - Causes Symptoms Treatments What is a cough? There are three phrases to a cough reflex: - An inhalation (breathing in) - An increased pressure in the throat and lungs with the vocal cords closed - An explosive release of air when the vocal cords open, giving a cough its characteristic sound If someone coughs a lot, it can be a sign of a disease. Many coughs are caused by infectious diseases, like the common cold, but there are also non-infectious causes. Coughs can be due to pollution / irritation, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), choking, chronic bronchitis, asthma or emphysema, a tumor in the lung, heart failure, some drugs (eg, ACE inhibitors), post-nasal drip, and smoking . --Classification of coughs-- - Acute cough - has a sudden onset and lasts up to 3 weeks - Subacute cough - persists for 3-8 weeks - Chronic cough - persists for over 8 weeks - Productive cough - a cough that brings stuff up, such as sputum - Dry cough - a cough that brings nothing up - Noctu

The rate at which young people are suffering from Kidney disease is alarming.I am sharing a post which can help us.Please read below: IMPORTANT KIDNEY DESERVES THE BEST Barely two (2) days ago, we all received the news of the demise of the Nigerian actor as a result of kidney disease. ALSO OUR MINISTER OF PUBLIC WORKS, the Honorable Teko Lake is currently in the Hospital on life support with Kidney problems. I want to show you how to avert this menace of kidney disease. SO HERE ARE THE TOP 6 CAUSE OF KIDNEY DISEASE: 1. Delaying going to a toilet: Keeping your urine in your bladder for too long is a bad idea. A full bladder can cause bladder damage.The urine that stays in the bladder multiplies bacteria quickly. Once the urine refluxes back to the ureter and kidneys, the toxic substances can result in kidney infections, then urinary tract infections, and then nephritis, and even uremia. When nature calls – do it as soon as possible. 2. Eating too much salt: You should eat no more than

Rhesus(Rh) factor is a protein that can be present on the surface of the red-blood cell. People that have the Rh factor are Rh positive +, those who do not have the Rh factor are Rh negative-. The + and - in front of the blood group is the rhesus factor. So we have A+,A-,O+,O-, B+,B-,AB+,AB-. Rhesus factor is genetic, it's gotten from the parents emphatically the man.  Now that we are clear on what Rh factor is Let's move further to why I said Ifeoma is the cause of her miscarriages . if you are Rh positive eg(a+,b+,o+,ab+) you are safe, but if you are negative eg(a-,B-,AB-,O-) you not. If are a male Rh - u are safe, if you are a female u aren't. If you a rh- woman gets pregnant for a man who is rh- you are safe but if you get pregnant for a man who is Rh+ you aren't.  Most people are Rh positive only very few are negative, the possibility for a rh- woman to find a rh- man is slim. Let's assume Ifeoma is rh- and during her school days she aborted a pregnancy, the

Fear and Worry THE great negative note in the lives of most people is Fear. Fear is the mother of all the negative emotions, and her brood is found clustering very closely around her. Worry, Lack of Confidence, Bashfulness, Irresolution, Timidity, Depression, and all the rest of the negative brood of feelings and emotions are the progeny of Fear. Without Fear none of these minor emotions or feelings would exist. By killing off the parent of this possible brood of mental vampires, you escape the entire coming generations of negative thoughts, and thus keep your Mental Attitude garden free from these pests and nuisances. Fear and the emotions that come from its being do more to paralyze useful effort, good work, and finely thought-out plans, than aught else known to man. It is the great hobgoblin of the race. It has ruined the lives of thousands of people. It has destroyed the finely budding characters of men and women, and made negative individuals of them in the place of strong,

    Aside from procreation, sex is important for many reasons in any committed relationship. It is ultimately about intimacy, pleasure and sexual expression. Sex has many positive physical, intellectual, emotional and social benefits. Understanding these benefits will help couples recognize that sex in their relationships will not only help themselves, but help bond their relationship further and create a deeper sense of intimacy in a loving relationship. Whether this is a long–term relationship or one that's just starting out, sex is an important thing to consider for your overall health. Physically, an active sex life may yield many benefits, including a youthful appearance due to better dietary habits and frequent exercise. Studies show that sexual activity burns calories and fat, but can also cause people to live more healthy lifestylesin general. People who have sex regularly were found to have higher levels of an antibody called immunoglobulin A (IgA), which, according t

 Mental Attitude YOU remember the saying of the sacred writer: "As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he." A truer statement never was uttered. For every man or woman is what he or she is, by reason of what he or she has thought. We have thought ourselves into what we are. One's place in life is largely determined by his Mental Attitude. Mental Attitude is the result of the current of one's thoughts, ideas, ideals, feelings, and beliefs. You are constantly at work building up a Mental Attitude, which is not only making your character but which is also having its influence upon the outside world, both in the direction of your effect upon other people, as well as your quality of attracting toward yourself that which is in harmony with the prevailing mental state held by you. Is it not most important, then, that this building should be done with the best possible materials—according to the best plan—with the best tools? The keynote of this chapter is: "A positiv