Arthritis is a common condition that affects literally millions of people around the world. Many people find relief in mainstream medical care. Are there other options that can be effective? First, let's give you a brief overview of arthritis. Arthritis is a broad term that covers over 100 conditions, some of which are common, others less common and some very rare. Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints. It can be caused by injury, infection, or just plain wear…
This is a topic you may have heard of recently. It is vital that everyone gets a sufficient amount of omega 3 acids ethyl ester every day. They can make a big difference in your overall health. Although you're familiar with omega-3 fatty acids, I don't think you know much about ethyl ester. Let me explain why it is important to eat both the triglyceride and ethyl ester forms of fish oil daily. When you first "squeeze" fatty fish to…
Technically, the tart cherry is Prunus Cerasus. It has a long history of pleasing the palates of many people around the globe and is also a source of powerful antioxidants. Amazingly, this little tart fruit is not native to North America. The cherry was brought back by the Romans from Asia Minor to Italy, where it was then spread through Europe via Roman trade routes. It finally reached North America with early settlers, where it was used as a source…
Kidney stones are something that everyone fears. They're something you don't want to get on your own. But a reckless lifestyle can lead you there very quickly. If you don't make the necessary steps to ensure a healthy lifestyle, you could end up with kidney stones. It is important to understand the causes and what you can do about it. Gout and kidney stones are often questioned. It is important to be aware of the details and understand the relationship.…
I have met hundreds of gout sufferers and found that at least 30% are suffering from kidney problems. Unfortunately, most people accept the fact that gout is the cause of their kidney problems. There is no cure for gout. The most common type of kidney problem is kidney stones forming in the ureter tubes of the kidneys. The kidneys will increase the amount of uric acids in the blood if there is an increase in uric acid levels. This hormone…
Many people want to get rid of kidney stones quickly as thousands of people have them every year. Instead of using expensive ultrasonic treatment, doctors recommend that the stone be allowed to pass through the urinary tract naturally. Passing a kidney stone can be painful for sufferers. The pain can last for days as the stone slowly moves through the kidneys, bladder, and urethra. There are a few things you can do to speed up the process of getting rid…
People often complain about the unbearable pain caused by gout. This causes stiffness, swelling and impaired movement. Gout can cause chronic kidney disease, and even more severe, kidney failure. Gout is caused by uric acid buildup in the joints and kidneys. Uric acid, a normal waste product, dissolves in blood and is excreted through urine. However, extra uric acids that are not excreted from the body crystallizes and causes symptoms like gout. Gout attacks can be prevented by keeping uric…
Kidney stones can be caused by the presence of solid substances within the urine. These solid substances crystallize and form stones. Stones can often be found in the ureters, or tubes to the bladder, and block the outlet. This prevents urine from passing through the urethra. This causes swelling of the kidneys and severe pain in the abdomen or groin. The formation of stones can lead to blood in the urine and severe dehydration. The condition is called nephrolithiasis and…