Leg cramps are a common nuisance in which the excessive contraction of a muscle causes pain and tenderness, usually in the calf, although any muscle in the legs and feet can be affected. When they occur at night, nocturnal leg cramps are classed as a sleep disorder that has three […]
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Testosterone is the male sex hormone that’s best known for promoting masculine characteristics. Testosterone is also the main hormone that controls libido in both men and women. If testosterone levels fall for any reason, low sex drive will result. For men, low testosterone levels are also associated with long-term health […]
Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency are the prices we pay for walking on two legs rather than four. These common conditions cause leg symptoms of swelling and sensations of heaviness, tension and pain in the legs, especially after standing still for long periods of time. Home treatments include wearing […]
Cold sores, caused by Herpes simplex viruses are a common and annoying problem. Antibody studies suggest that, worldwide, as many as nine out of ten people are infected. Cold sores are highly infectious Most people with lip cold sores encounter the virus during the first 18 months of life as […]
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal condition in women, and causes unpleasant symptoms of smelly discharge, soreness and irritation. Unfortunately, even when treated with antibiotics, it usually comes back quickly unless you know how to cure bacterial vaginosis for good. This involves using probiotic supplements that keep the […]
Lower back pain is so common it affects as manly as one in three adults on a regular basis. The good news is that many natural remedies and exercises can improve or even prevent lower back pain. Having worked as a doctor in an orthopaedic clinic for 3 years, I’ve […]
Migraine is a complex and unpleasant condition which can be improved using diet, lifestyle and natural approaches. The following natural migraine remedies have helped thousands of people, and as a doctor I have recommended them to my patients with good results. Do you have migraine symptoms? Migraine is a complex […]
Evening primrose oil is one of the most popular food supplements, taken to improve skin quality and to treat eczema, premenstrual breast pain, menopause hot flushes and hair loss. Up to 10 per cent of its essential fatty acid content is in the form of gamma linolenic acid (GLA). This […]
Cranberries are one of the most popular natural health remedies to both treat and prevent urinary tract infections, also known as UTI or cystitis. Cranberries contain unique substances, known as PACs, which stop bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract walls. When bacteria cannot stick, they are naturally flushed away […]
Midsummer’s Day, 21st June, is the worse day of the year for hayfever sufferers, as it falls during the height of the grass pollen season, and hot sunny days cause pollen counts to soar. As a doctor I’ve prescribed, used and recommended many hay fever treatments and formed strong views […]
Herbal remedies are more effective for preventing and treating a common cold than anything I can prescribe as a doctor. I’ve reviewed what I believe are the best natural cold remedies below and provided links to the research evidence. If you’ve tried any of these, or any other product, please […]