If you've been following a ketogenic diet then you're already familiar with this eating plan's possible benefits including losing weight, lowering blood pressure and better blood sugar control. There are also some potential keto diet side effects to be aware of and once you know them, you can also easily make an effort to avoid…
Can you build muscle on keto? Or does going low-carb always mean you're bound to experience muscle loss? When it comes to the connection between the keto diet and muscle loss, findings from various studies might surprise you. There's now good evidence that when done correctly with the right keto diet foods and paired with the…
Hydronephrosis (swelling and urine retention) in one kidney occurs in about one in 100 people. There's also some evidence that about two percent of all prenatal ultrasound examinations reveal some degree of hydronephrosis, making it "one of the most commonly detected abnormalities in pregnancy." (1) Things that put you at risk for hydronephrosis include: having…
If you're one of the millions of adults who relies on taking pain-killers such as Aspirin frequently to help manage ongoing joint or bone pains, you've come to the right place to learn about safer alternatives to taking these drugs. Whether you feel it in your low back, shoulder, knees or elsewhere, a number of natural remedies have…
Urethritis is inflammation of the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. It can be caused by infections, trauma or chemical irritants. Most cases of urethritis require medication to heal and avoid long-term complications. However, you can also try some natural approaches to relieve symptoms at home. What Is Urethritis? Urethritis…
Liver failure occurs when your liver, a vital producer of proteins for the body and an important filter of wastes, slows or stops working because of disease, malnutrition, infection or harmful chemicals, including drugs. The liver makes bile (fluid that aids in breaking down fats), stores fat and sugar as energy for the body and changes harmful…
Found in just about every kitchen pantry across the globe, black pepper has been deservedly dubbed the "king of spices" thanks to its versatility and pungent flavor. However, while black pepper may be the most common peppercorn variety, white pepper is a close match in terms of both taste and potential health benefits. Made from…
When most people think of tonsillitis, they envision a child with swollen glands who has to get his or her tonsils removed. From there, it's all visions of ice cream and jello and a reason to miss school while eating dessert for a meal. The fact is that tonsillitis affects more than just children — and surgery…
Juniper berry essential oil typically comes from the fresh or dried berries and needles of the Juniperus communis plant species. Known as a powerful detoxifier and immune system booster, juniper berry plants originate from Bulgaria and have a long history of naturally helping prevent both short- and long-term illnesses. Juniper berries themselves are high in flavonoid and…
Difficulty concentrating, impulsiveness, excessive energy and inability to sit still are some of the most common symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The number of children diagnosed with ADHD continues to increase, but researchers don’t know why. Currently, it's estimated that 9 percent of American teens and over 4 percent of American adults have…
