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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Painful periods and other period symptoms such as heavy, irregular or absent periods, are among the most common reasons for a woman to consult her doctor and it’s not surprising that menstruation is often referred to as the ‘curse’. Quick links: These are the products I recommend for painful periods […]
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is now one of the most popular supplements for pain. Derived from industrial hemp plants, it has an uplifting and relaxing effect, and reduces pain perception with none of the adverse effects associated with medical marijuana, or cannabis. Quick links: These are the CBD products I recommend […]
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 […]
Having dry eyes is a common, underdiagnosed condition that affects as many as one in 14 adults overall, rising to 1 in 3 of those aged 50 plus. When it comes to people referred to an ophthalmology clinic, screening found that 54% had dry eye disorder that had not previously […]
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 […]
Vaginal dryness affects just about every woman at some time. It is almost an universal problem after the menopause, but significant numbers of younger women are affected, too. Vaginal dryness can occur after childbirth, as a side effect of some medications, especially progesterone-containing hormonal contraceptives, or as a result of […]
Occasional tiredness is normal, and affects everyone from time to time, but increasing numbers of people admit to feeling tired all the time. Some researchers estimate it affects as many as one in three people at any one time and that the most common cause is stress. Interestingly, more women […]
Bad breath, or halitosis, is something that apparently even our best friends would find too embarrassing to tell us about. Unfortunately, it’s also a problem that’s difficult to spot yourself. That’s why bad breath affects 8 out of 10 people at some time in their life and can become a […]
Brittle nails, flaking nails and peeling nails are a common and annoying problem. You can cure brittle nails from the outside with a daily care regime that involves using a moisturising oil and applying a strengthening product. Just as important is to treat brittle nails from the inside, by taking […]
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 […]