Chronic fatigue syndrome is exhaustion that doesn’t result from overexertion and is not alleviated by rest or medications. Although described by conventional medicine as a new disease, references to similar conditions date back to the 1860s, and it has been known by many other names, including chronic EBV syndrome (Epstein-Barr virus), immune dysfunction syndrome, […]
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According to a recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association’s April 2003 issue, there is a no magic formula to losing weight. You can lose weight by following a variety of different diet programs; however, the one thing that always counts are the number of calories that you consume […]
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Bursitis is inflammation of the bursa, a sac-like membrane pouch that lubricates joints. There are 150 different bursae sacs throughout the body. Bursitis is caused by strenuous activity, heavy lifting, repetitive motion, or extended working in unusual positions. The most common joints affected are the shoulder, elbows, hips, and knees. Most bursitis will improve […]
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Bearberry leaves contain the hydroquinone derivatives arbutin and methyl arbutin in levels ranging from 5% to 15%. Arbutin is hydrolyzed to hydroquinone when it comes in contact with gastric fluid, which acts as a mild astringent and antimicrobial in alkaline urine. Large amounts of bearberry must be ingested to achieve a significant antiseptic effect. […]
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An allergy is an abnormal reaction by the immune system to a substance that is usually not harmful. Rhinitis means that allergy symptoms affect your nose. They can vary from mild to life-threatening. You can be allergic to a host of different things, including drugs and insect stings, but the most common ailments are […]
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