Health topic
Stomach ulcers are open wounds in the lining of the stomach. They are a type of peptic ulcer, which means that they are bound to hydrochloric acid. Because of the amount of acid in the stomach and the damage that can occur, ulcers are often extremely painful. The most common cause of stomach ulcers is infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. Ulcers can also be caused by excessive use of painkillers, such as aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Stomach ulcers have traditionally been treated with antibiotics and medications to reduce and block stomach acid. In addition, there are some natural and home remedies that can help deal with stomach ulcers. Before trying them, it is good to consult a specialist.
Yogurt is a dairy product produced by fermentation of milk with a sour-milk culture. For Bulgarian yoghurt, these are lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, and this product has proven health benefits that we will tell you about today. In addition, it is interesting to know more about the history of the emergence of Bulgarian yoghurt, and on this issue we have also prepared authentic information.
Parasites are organisms that live "on the back" of other organisms or hosts in order to survive. Some parasites do not noticeably affect their hosts. Others grow, reproduce, or invade organ systems that make their hosts sick, leading to parasitic infection.
High cholesterol is a health problem in which there is an accumulation of too much cholesterol in the blood. This can increase the risk of heart and blood diseases. There are two main types of cholesterol, one is called HDL and the other LDL. Having too much LDL cholesterol can cause health problems, so we refer to it as "bad" cholesterol. When there is too much of it, it can accumulate in the walls of blood vessels. This clogs them, causing the narrowing of the arteries, which increases the risk of heart attack or stroke.
Kidney stones are solid formations that are formed by chemicals in the urine. There are four types of kidney stones: calcium-oxalate, uric, phosphate, and cystine. Kidney stones can be removed with extracorporeal lithotripsy, ureteroscopy, percutaneous nephrostomy, or nephrolithotripsy. This health problem usually leads to the appearance of various unpleasant symptoms, such as back pain, blood in the urine, nausea, vomiting, fever, and others. And while medicine has different methods of treating them, are there home remedies that can also help?
Imagine your favorite Shoppe salad with cucumber slices... or in your favorite summer soup. Is there anything more refreshing than these two cucumber recipes? Then you can even put slices of cucumber on your eyelids for anti-aging effect.
Santalum album or sandalwood is known for its therapeutic properties and is widely used as a means of natural treatment. The soothing aroma of sandalwood strengthens the brain, allowing it to relax and rest. In addition, this Ayurvedic herb provides a warming effect. It also relieves many conditions such as headache, fever, acne, itching, stomach ache, and others, which we will explore in the article.
For centuries, people have been using eye exercises as a tool for dealing with visual problems. There is not so much credible scientific evidence to suggest that eye exercises can improve vision. However, exercises can help with battling eye fatigue and let the eyes rest better.
Pumpkin is a type of fruit, but a lot of people consider it a vegetable (yes, that's right) that belongs to the Pumpkin family (Cucurbitaceae). Although it is usually taken as a vegetable, scientifically speaking the pumpkin is a fruit as it contains seeds. It is also more similar to vegetables than to fruits in terms of nutrients. We wonder why is it so helpful alongside tasty, so we will try to find the answers.
Sweet potatoes are a staple food in many countries around the world. They are an excellent source of fiber, potassium, vitamins, and other essential nutrients. They are remarkable for their typical taste, as well as their many applications in culinary. Many people think sweet potatoes are hard to cook, but this is not the case. In the article, we suggest you read more about the composition, benefits, and ways of preparing them.