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Multiple Sclerosis

For the human body to correctly and normally operate, the brain and body must effectively communicate using the nervous system.  The disease named Multiple Sclerosis, or nicknamed MS affects the paths of brain to body talking and can mildly or even completely stop normal functions in the body.  The actions a person can perform that are commonly affected are coordination, balance, vision and muscle performance.  Many cases of the disease are less severe and only affect the patient minimally.  However, MS can cause total failure of walking, writing, speech and vision in extreme cases.

The Gallbladder Cleanse: Does it Really Work?

Have you ever suffered from gallstones? Luckily I never have, but rumor is that the pain resulting from gallstones is horrendous – as bad as a kidney stone (been there) or giving birth (not yet been there). If you have experienced this pain, you might have been willing to do anything to get rid of it at the time – give up your first born child, pay the gallstone gods a million dollars, promise to never tell a lie ever again, etc., etc.

Demerol: Potentially Fatal Drug

Demerol is a narcotic drug used to treat extreme pain in surgery or pregnancy. Demerol is a synthetic narcotic, closely related to the opiod morphine (and in that nature, closely related to the street drug heroin).

CDC Releases New Statistics on Postpartum Depression

Have you recently given birth? If so, or if you know someone who has, you may want to listen up. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) recently issued its latest statistics on postpartum depression, and the figures reveal that certain groups of women may be at a higher risk. Could you be one? Keep reading to learn more about the new statistics and to see if you could be at risk.

How to Spot and Treat Pleurisy

You probably have heard that chest pain is one of the major signs or symptoms indicating a heart attack. While it’s often a very good indication that something’s not right, chest pain isn’t always a sign of a heart condition. If you’re experiencing chest pain or a similar “heart-attack-like” sensation and it is accompanied by difficulty breathing, it could be a sign of pleurisy. What exactly is pleurisy? Is it life-threatening? What causes it? And is there any way to prevent it, or treat it? Keep reading for the answers to all of those questions – and more!

How to Stop Prostate Cancer: New Study Reveals the Power of Pomegranate Juice

Prostate health is on the minds of many men these days, especially considering prostate cancer is the most common cancer, other than skin cancers, in American men. In fact, The American Cancer Society estimates that during 2009 about 192,280 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed in the United States and that 27,360 men in the United States will die of the cancer. Luckily, researchers are finding simple, effective ways to stop prostate cancer from recurring. One of those ways involves drinking pomegranate juice! Keep reading for more information on this recent study. . .

Pseudocyesis: False Pregancy

Pseudocyesis, also known as 'false pregnancy' in humans and pseudopregnancy in other mammals, is the appearance of clinical and/or subclinical signs and symptoms associated with pregnancy when the person or animal is not pregnant. Clinically, Pseudocyesis is most common in veterinary medicine (particularly in dogs and mice). False pregnancy in humans is less common, and may sometimes be purely psychological.

Dry White Wine

Dry white wines are not just for those who are new to drinking wines - some of the most revered wines worldwide are dry whites. A dry white wine (for those who don't know) is any white wine that has residual sugar well under 1%. Whether it's Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris, white wine is favored amongst beginner and veteran wine drinker alike.

The 10 Best Supplements for Heart Health

One in three Americans has one or more types of cardiovascular disease—39 million of which are age 60 and older. High blood pressure is a major indicator of emerging heart disease, but there are things you can do to reduce your risks. Health experts recommend that healthy people get adequate nutrients by eating a variety of foods in moderation, rather than by taking supplements, but the following list of 10 supplements will help protect your heart and keep it strong and functioning for years to come.

6 Natural Testosterone Boosters to Improve Your Performance

Few can claim the hormonal star power for which testosterone is known. In the endocrinology world, testosterone is like Rambo; a big name, high octane superstar. However not unlike most stars, testosterone has its naysayers as well, and has been given a bad reputation in some regards. Most of the bad rap testosterone has gotten is due to synthetic versions, including anabolic steroids. The real deal testosterone, produced inside the human body, is known for its health attributes, such as enhanced lean muscle mass, reduced body fat, and increased sex drive, among others. So how do you crank up the testosterone? The good news is that to produce more natural testosterone, only natural changes need to be made. Keep reading for a list of the 6 most popular natural testosterone boosters and how they work!