Achilles tendon refers to that part of your leg that connects your foot to the calf muscle via your heel bone. Achilles tendinopathy refers to problems with the Achilles tendon and covers a range of issues. Causes of Achilles Tendinopathy Excessive force on the tendon through several factors can cause…
Fasting is voluntarily giving up eating food for a specific period of time. It has been followed by people from centuries and even to date it has religious and cultural significance attached to it. The Muslims fast in the month of Ramadan, the Hindus observe fasting during Navratri and other…
Going to the dentist is important but can be expensive (that’s if you can find a dentist in your area, they are pretty hard to find at the moment!) Brushing teeth alone can often not achieve the same results as reducing tartar or removing plaque, stains, or even discolorations. The…
Tooth decay is one of the dental conditions you risk contracting if you fail to observe proper oral care practices. It is usually characterized by severe pain on the affected tooth. This condition can be treated in its early stages to lower the chances of it worsening and tooth loss…
There’s no denying that in the UK, we are fortunate to have access to a great healthcare system. Whenever our family is ill, or if we have any concerns about their health, most of us will always turn to our doctors. We trust them to look after us and our…
Your health can be an investment that upgrades the quality of your life, or it can be a costly expenditure that can interfere with your relationships, finances, career, and overall well-being. If you don’t want the latter to happen, then you have to take a more proactive stance in maintaining…
The idea that making an appointment to see the dentist is something you do when you are in pain or experiencing some discomfort is very outdated. By the time you do see the dentist, the damage has already been done. Most people now adopt a preventative approach and that involves…
Tooth decay is something we all need to watch out for. Unfortunately, it’s on the rise in children and this is something we need to prevent. We need to encourage good oral health care habits from a young age. Dentists are wanting schools to look at children’s sugar consumption and…
What do health specialists mean when they say that you are suffering from the signs of inflammation? Well, inflammation refers to the defence mechanism of your body. When the immune system figures out the presence of irritants, damaged cells, and pathogens in your body, it triggers off a healing process….
*This is a collaborative post on air quality for sensitive lungs Wouldn’t it be nice to breathe in the fresh air every day? Unfortunately, we’re all too familiar with common pollutants: We daily encounter cigarette smoke, chemical fumes, and other hazardous substances. Most of us can deal with these toxins…