If you suffer from psoriasis, eczema or then you will know that despite the efforts of medical science to find a cure, none exist! There are many psoriasis, eczema and rheumatism “remedies” out there on the market but, at best, they bring limited and temporary relief and, at worse, can cause harm because of the chemicals used in their production.
In modern society, we are all too aware of the preference for natural solutions to medical problems. Such a solution exists for psoriasis, eczema and rheumatism and it’s called the Dead Sea.
OK – I can hear you now: “But that’s miles away”, “It’ll cost a fortune, and what happens after?” and “What about the family?” Read on – it’ll be worth your while!
The Dead Sea – truly excellent value for money
Scientific research has shown what people knew 5000 years ago, that the water and mud of the Dead Sea, combined with its dry air have a remarkable therapeutic effect, especially on sufferers from psoriasis, or rheumatism.
Mineral rich water and mud that clean and revitalize the skin, clean dry air that lets your skin breath and recuperate, sunlight with very low levels of UV radiation that also replenish your skins growth and health. All in all, a perfect package for patients with psoriasis, eczema and rheumatism.
I know what you’re saying “Get to the point!” OK, here it is
A course of treatment at the Dead Sea will clear up all the damage caused to your skin by psoriasis or eczema and bring relief from rheumatoid pain for up to one year with no need for booster treatments. What’s more, when signs of the complaint begin to reappear, its development is slower and less aggressive.
And there is one more benefit – taking a vacation with the entire family in one of the most amazing spots on earth.
Well, it is a skin complaint that manifests itself as flaky, white patches on your skin. The most common places that the disease breaks out are the scalp, knees and elbows.
occurs in varying levels of severity. There may be a minor occurrence and you may not even notice that you have been affected. Other, less lucky people can have a full blown outbreak of the ailment with large patches of their body covered by the signs of psoriasis.
Psoriasis is not contagious but its visual symptoms can cause embarrassment and stress in those afflicted by the disease.
So far, no cures are available for psoriasis, indeed, even the cause of the disease is not known for certain. However, there are a great many medicines and treatments available on the open market that claims to bring a temporary respite for sufferers. However, many of these treatments use potentially harmful chemicals and hormones, may lack proper medical supervision and do not guarantee long term relief.
One treatment, based entirely on natural materials that have been investigated thoroughly by scientists and doctors over the years, has continually show exceptionally favorable results – Dead Sea Spa treatments. According to data published in the International Journal of Dermatology, the effects of Dead Sea water, air, minerals and UV rays has a fast and long lasting effect on psoriasis with patients reporting significant improvement within a few days of starting treatment and effects lasting up to nine months.
Can psoriasis be inherited?
Sadly, yes! Whilst not contagious, research has shown that psoriasis does have a genetic connection.
Which branch of medicine covers psoriasis?
Because is a skin disease, dermatologists are the doctors that specialize in its treatment. However, family doctors will also help. Some psoriasis sufferers prefer alternative medicine and turn to homeopathy, acupuncture and chiropody. One treatment that would appear to have the support of all those treating the ailment is a treatment regime at the Dead Sea.
Is psoriasis common?
Just in the US it is estimated that there are up to 10 million people suffering from psoriasis in some form or another. Studies point to nearly 130 million people suffering from psoriasis worldwide.
What makes the Dead Sea so special?
A 12 month research by the Dead Sea and Arava Research Centersuggests that a mixture of bathing in the Dead Sea’s highly saline waters, controlled exposure to the sun and the use of mineral rich mud from the area have an amazing affect on psoriasis causing it’s outward symptoms to disappear almost entirely and putting off a reoccurrence for up to nine months.
Many people, when they discover that they suffer from psoriasis feel that their lives have almost ended. They suffer from acute embarrassment because of the outward signs of psoriasis – dry, white flakey skin and the often intense itching that accompanies this incurable ailment.
Many either cover themselves up so that the signs cannot be seen; some go to the extreme of rarely going out to parties or special events. Almost all rarely if ever go to the beach or the pool.
The up side is that, whilst does have visual symptoms, it’s not contagious and can be treated with a wide range of creams and lotions readily available as over the counter at pharmacists and health stores.
The down side – many of the available “remedies” are based on chemicals, hormones and artificial agents that can be harmful to you. They usually demand repeated and constant treatments, their efficiency is doubtful and, they can cost an arm and a leg.
Treatment regimes
Unfortunately, no cure for has yet been found. True, a number of natural treatments such a homeopathy do exist, but they are unproven and results, if any, are short lived. However, there is one solution that has been known for centuries that scientific and medical research has confirmed as being extremely beneficial, totally natural with no side effects and very long lasting.
The Dead Sea – rejuvenating your skin
400 meters below sea level, the Dead Sea’s unique characteristic make it the healing center for psoriasis, eczema, rheumatism and a host of other skin and muscle/joint complaints. High mineral and salt content of the water cleans and purifies the skin and eases aches and pains. Mineral rich mud packs draw out the skins impurities and remove the upper layer of skin, leaving behind fresh, clean and unblemished skin. The dry air and low UV sunlight also nourish your skin and help it fight the ravages of psoriasis.
On average, after just a few daily treatments, psoriasis sufferer’s skin condition is improved beyond belief and by the end, you would never know that they had the disease. What’s even better, is that remission from the dry skin and itching lasts for many months, in some cases as long as 9!
Uterine Fibroids (leiomyomas) are common noncancerous (benign) tumors that occur within the muscle walls of the uterus (womb). Uterind fibroids can be the size of a pinhead and show no signs or symptoms that they are there, or they can be very painful and grow to a 10 inch diameter.
There are four types of uterine fibroids:
Subserosal Fibroids, develop under the outside uterine covering. Intramural Fibroids, develop within the uterine wall. Submucosal Fibroids, develop under the uterus lining. Pedunculated Fibroids, develop on a “stalk” or stem-like structure attached to the inside or the outside of the uterus.
Fibroids may grow as a single nodule or in clusters. They may range in size from 1 mm to more than 20 cm (8 inches) in diameter. Fibroids in the uterus are a common cause of heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain and pressure in women. During pregnancy, fibroids can greatly increase in size.
What are the Symptoms?
Some women with uterine fibroids experience no symptoms at all. Symptoms may include excessive and prolonged menstrual bleeding, pain, abdominal mass effect, frequent urination or urgency or constipation and many others.
When symptoms appear, they can vary greatly, depending on the size and exact location of the fibroid tumors. Women sometimes underestimate the impact of their symptoms because they have become accustomed to the excessive bleeding, pain and the pressure that fibroids can cause. Also, for some reason African-American women develop symptoms faster and with greater severity than other women.
What does one do about them?
Uterine fibroids often do not require treatment, but when they are problematic, they may be treated surgically, non-surgically, with medication or with alternative treatments. The very heavy menstrual bleeding, clotting and pelvic pain, that fibroids sometimes cause leads many women to seek treatment.
What about treatment?
There are several different types of treatments:
Hormonal: Uterine fibroid tumors require estrogen and progesterone to grow, and without these hormones, fibroid tumors usually shrink in size. Hormonal treatments (such as birth control pills) may help control excessive menstrual bleeding caused by fibroids in some patients.
Non-surgical: Uterine Fibroid Embolization, UFE – Known medically as uterine artery embolization, approaches the treatment of fibroids by blocking the arteries that supply blood to them causing them to shrink or disappear. Uterine fibroid embolization is a more permanent solution than hormone therapy. When hormonal treatment is stopped the fibroid tumors usually grow back. UFE (Uterine Fibroid Embolization) isn’t considered to be surgery, but it is generally done at a hospital or specialized clinic. This uterine fibroids treatment procedure usually takes between 1 and 3 hours, depending on how long it takes to position the catheter and how easily the catheter can be positioned in the arteries to the uterus.
Although uterine artery embolization has been in use for two decades to treat bleeding after childbirth, it wasn’t until early 1997 that the technique was introduced as a potential treatment for uterine fibroids.
Follow-up studies have shown that nearly 90 percent of women who have their fibroids treated by uterine fibroid embolization experience either significant or complete resolution of their fibroid-related symptoms.
Surgical: Surgery for uterine fibroids involves either removing the fibroids (myomectomy) or the entire womb (hysterectomy). Surgery has risks, including bleeding and infection. About a third of the more than 500,000 hysterectomies done in the U.S. each year are done because of fibroids. Most of the women having these operations are said to be unaware of the non-surgical options.
Alternative treatment: Alternative treatments for uterine fibroid tumors also abound. Naturopaths, homeopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, and other alternative health care providers have treatments to offer as well. While some of these are not as well supported by scientific studies that prove effectiveness, the treatments are usually safer and provide a less invasive alternative than surgery.
Remember that some medical treatments for uterine fibroid tumors can affect your fertility. For this and other reasons it is very important to seriously investigate and consider alternative treatments for uterine fibroids.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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All too often we ignore aches and pains and carry on as normal. Most of us have minor aches every now and again and most of us just carry on with life regardless. If we stopped work each time we had a pain the world would soon grind to a stop.
But don’t ignore a painful shoulder, especially if it is consistent. A Rotator Cuff Problem will|Rotator Cuff problems} often give us plenty of warning before they get bad and stop us in our tracks. If you notice weakness,stiffness, pain or swelling in your shoulder it may be time to take it easy and start the healing process.
There are someshoulder problems that begin as the result of a knock or fall, most begin because of simple |wear and tear on the joint, either as we age or caused by a repetitive stressful movement. Okay, You can’t always do anything to stop the accidental injury but we can take early measures to cut down the damage from wear and tear. As we age our rotator cuff gets weaker through lack of use. We hold ourselves differently to how we did as youngsters, our {posture|shape gradually changes over the years. I only need to look at my waist to confirm that.
As the rotator cuff gradually gets weaker we become more prone to shoulder injuries. The right sort of physical therapy done early on to strengthen the rotator cuff can go a long way towards stopping shoulder injuries. Although these are a small group of muscles {they are key to having strong shoulders and once we get past fifty we ignore them at our peril.
So prevention is definitely better than cure, but just in case you’ve left it too late, what are the rotator cuff symptoms? Firstly, weakness and pain in the damaged shoulder. This might only occur when you use your shoulder joint. The commonest causes of discomfort are reaching up, or reaching for an object. Whenever you reach up or out the rotator cuff starts to work at its hardest. If you are having problems getting to sleep because of a painful shoulder, this is yet another classic sign. Lying on your bad shoulder can be painful, but lying on the other side so that your painful arm drops in front of you can be equally uncomfortable.
If the pain is continuous, it might well be telling you that you have a badly torn rotator cuff.
Most rotator cuff problems can be treated with rest followed by physical therapy but don’t rush out and sign up for a gym. These are a small group of muscles that need very specific exercise to build them up using either no weights or very small weights and physical therapy that are designed specifically for group of muscles.
So whether it’s simply shoulder pain or a full blown rotator cuff injury, you will almost definitely end up exercising the rotator cuff as part of your therapy. Whether that is before or after surgery really depends on whether or not you listen to your body and heed the warning signs.
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Animal and insect bites and stings are relatively common minor injuries. Usually, they will heal on their own and will not cause serious or permanent damage, but they can be serious and it is important to know appropriate first aid measures.
What are the possible complications of bites and stings?
Many animal bites result in puncture wounds – deep wounds that penetrate the tissue underneath the skin and cause internal damage. The germs from the animal’s mouth can then be carried deep into the wound and may cause serious infections.
The adder is the only poisonous snake in the UK, and although the venom can be fatal, the number of recorded deaths is very small indeed.
There is one serious complication of insect stings. A small percentage of people can develop a life- threatening allergic reaction called anaphylactic shock, where airways become swollen and reduce the air getting to the lungs. The symptoms of anaphylactic shock are red, blotchy skin with raised areas, swelling of the face and neck, puffiness around the eyes, wheezing and difficulty breathing, rapid pulse and loss of consciousness. Anaphylactic shock is a very serious condition and requires immediate hospital treatment.
What should I do if someone has been bitten or stung?
First, assess the seriousness of the bite or sting.
Serious bites and stings
If the bite is large and/or bleeding heavily, take the person to the nearest GP or hospital, or call 999 for an ambulance
If the person has been stung in the mouth, give them ice to suck on and phone 999 for an ambulance
If you suspect the person is going into anaphylactic shock, call for an ambulance immediately. Check the person’s ABC (see box bellow) and if necessary (and you are trained to do so), perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation
You should be aware that coming into contact with blood and body fluids may expose you to infections such as hepatitis B and C, and HIV. If the bite is bleeding, do not touch it with your bare hands. Ideally, put on a pair of disposable, preferably sterile gloves: if you do not have a first aid box to hand or you do not have disposable gloves, use another type of barrier, such as a thickly folded dish towel or clean handkerchief, and wash you hands thoroughly before and after touching the person.
Minor animal bites
Wash the wound with warm water and soap, if possible
Pat the wound dry, and cover it with a plaster or small dressing, or any piece of clean, non-textured cloth that you have to hand
If the person has been bitten by an animal, check with its owners about current immunisations. The person who has been bitten should see their doctor about a tetanus immunisation. Afterwards, keep an eye on the wound for signs of infection (redness, swelling and heat concentrated at the site of the wound).
If the person has been bitten by a snake, keep the wounded area below the level of the heart and do not allow the person to walk around, as this will spread the venom through the body. If you can, immobilise the injured area using strips of cloth and padding tied into a splint. Call an ambulance.
Minor insect bites and stings
Bites from insects such as mosquitoes, fleas or flies usually do not require medical attention. Even stings from bees, wasps or hornets, although painful and frightening, are not usually serious.
If the stinger it still there, remove it by scraping a credit card over the surface; do not try to remove it with tweezers – you may squeeze more venom out of the venom sac into the wound
Apply a cold compress (any clean cloth soaked in cold water will do) to reduce the pain and swelling
A paste of baking soda mixed with water can help to relieve the pain.
If the pain and swelling do not go away, or if it gets worse over the next day or two, the person should see a doctor
As mentioned above, if you suspect the person is having an allergic reaction to a sting (anaphylactic shock) you must phone for an ambulance immediately.
What can I do to prevent bites and stings?
There are several measures you can take to reduce the likelihood of being bitten or stung:
Do not approach wild animals, especially if they seem injured
Avoid strange cats and dogs
Do not wear strong perfume, which will attract bees and wasps
Use an insect repellent
Take care when eating and drinking: bees and wasps are attracted to sweet, sugary foods. Take particular care when drinking from cans of soft drink: always use a straw or pour the drink into a cup or glass
If you come across a wasp or bees’ nest, do not disturb it
Avoid dense forested areas in hot weather and in the height of summer.
Take a walking stick if you intend to walk through long grass or undergrowth: your stick will disturb a snake or other biting animal before you do
Wear protective clothing: long socks and long-sleeved garments will provide protection from bites and stings
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Is your skin wrinkled and saggy? Are you looking for a good wrinkle remover cream? If your answer is yes, make sure you read this article in its entirety. There are some very important facts you should know before you choose an anti wrinkle cream.
A lot of people who look for anti wrinkle creams have no idea why their skin starts developing wrinkles and lines in the first place. Without understanding that, one cannot choose a good skin care product. So, let me first tell you something about wrinkle skin care.
There are three important causes of wrinkles – loss of collagen and elastin, loss of hyaluronic acid, and cell damage caused by free radicals. Let us take a look.
1. Loss of collagen and elastin – Collagen and elastin are natural proteins which keep your skin firm and young. When your skin is not able to produce sufficient amount of these proteins, it starts to lose its elasticity. It becomes loose and saggy and starts developing wrinkles and lines.
2. Loss of hyaluronic acid – Hyaluronic acid plays an important role in keeping your skin young and healthy. Due to the action of an enzyme called hyaluronidase, the amount of hyaluronic acid in your skin decreases rapidly. This is one of the most important reasons for the formation of wrinkles.
3. Cell damage caused by free radicals – If your body is not able to produce enough antioxidants to keep the free radicals at bay, they cause a lot of damage to your skin cells. It is one of the most important causes of aging.
As you can see, these three factors play a major role in aging skin. So, the wrinkle remover cream you choose should be able to treat not just the signs of aging skin, but also the causes.
You can find a large number of anti wrinkle creams on the market today. If you go by the advertisements you see on TV and in magazines and newspapers, you will be tempted to believe that all these products are incredibly effective. Actually, they are not. Most of these products contain only a smidgen of actual anti aging substances and a lot of cheap artificial chemicals which are neither effective nor safe. So, even if you use such wrinkle skin care products regularly, you are not likely to get any results.
If you are serious about skin health, you should avoid any product that contains chemicals like parabens, triclosans, alcohols, phenol carbolic acid, and artificial fragrance. These substances are known to trigger allergic reactions in people with sensitive skin. Also, they can cause a lot of health problems in the long term. Instead, use an organic wrinkle remover cream which contains natural substances like cynergy TK, phytessence wakame, and nano-lipobelle H EQ10 which are good for your skin and safe to use as well.
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Just imagine if you had to do without water for a long period of time. Skin hydration is as important to our bodies as the thirst we quench to satisfy our other hydration requirements.
One of the important aspects of keeping the skin looking more supple and wrinkle free is to keep it hydrated. The products you will find are like most products that claim what they can do for the skin.
There are ones that do what they say and others that do not. The best way to find out what hydration products will help your skin is to do a little research.
A skin hydrating mask is one of the way to replenish the moisture in your face. This should be done about twice a week if you have dry spots.
The improvement you see will be firmer skin and a gradual change in the way your face looks. There will be noticeable improvements that will be commented on – wait and see.
The best type of hydrating mask is one with allantoin, Rigin, manuka honey, coenzyme Q10, avacado oil, Vitamin E and Cynergy TK. These ingredients have all been shown to be good for the skin and many may be considered home remedies for skin hydration.
Oils from the avacado have been used by many people experimenting with different types of fruit to see if they would have an effect on the skin. Another good hydrating oil is macadamia oil.
Skin hydration is not just for women, either. Men can benefit from using a moisturizing product such as a hydrating mask every couple of weeks.
You might be surprised to know that many products that are called moisturizer or hydrating products have no moisturizing ingredients. There are some that have been used for years as home remedies for hydration that actually do not help your skin stay hydrated.
One in particular is mineral oil. This and many other products that are petroleum based have been used to moisturize skin for a long time.
Guess what? They do not moisturize the skin. They only leave behind an oily feel and end up causing break-outs because they clog your pores.
They not only keep your skin from getting the moisture it needs, but they can cause many other problems that can take weeks to clear. The best skin hydration product will have no fragrances or preservatives added.
These two products, when used in facial creams can cause allergic reactions. The most natural product you can find when looking for the best moisturizing product is what you want.
A very good product when looking for a good moisturizer for the face is grape seed oil. The oil contains antioxidants that will help fight free radicals and keep you looking younger.
Shea butter is another product that is considered good for the face. This is normally used before going to bed for the night.
The products that you use will decide how quickly your face has less noticeable signs of aging. The use of olive oil is another of the home remedies for hydration that has been in use for years.
Now that you know this, it is time to start looking for the products you know will aid in skin hydration. This is the best way to fight the aging signs that have crept upon you.
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