I’m a golfer and have been playing the sport for over 40 years, sometimes 7 or 8 times a week. When I was young I was semi-pro and even considered going professional. My biggest issues had nothing to do with my ability to walk around the course. Back then my... Continue reading

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to protect itself. Technically it is the process whereby white blood cells and substances they produce protect the body from infection caused by foreign organisms, including bacteria, viruses, damaged cells, irritants and pathogens. While inflammation in itself is a good thing as it protects... Continue reading

Dark circles under the eyes are a common problem for both men and women once they are middle aged. While it is somewhat hereditary, there are specific natural remedies to remove dark circles quite easily for most people. Furthermore, there are simple and natural remedies commonly used by models and... Continue reading

What is Prostatitis? Prostatitis is the swelling and inflammation of the prostate gland and there are 4 types of Prostatitis: Chronic Bacterial, Acute Bacterial, Chronic Prostatitis (Pelvic Pain) and Asymptomatic Inflammatory Prostatitis. Prostatitis is usually accompanied by Dysuria (painful urination), painful ejaculation, and sometimes causes pain in the genitalia area... Continue reading

What is lymphedema? Lymphedema is a long-term condition in which excess fluid accumulates in tissues of certain parts of the body and causes swelling which is known as edema. The lymphatic system of the body is part of its circulatory system and is essential for immune function. Lymphedema then occurs... Continue reading

Most people experience water retention from time to time. Water retention, also called edema or fluid retention, occurs when fluid is not optimally removed from the circulatory system, tissues or cavities of the body. There are different levels of water retention, ranging from a simple nuisance too severe illness in... Continue reading

Swelling Feet Explained Swelling is never fun and can be scary at times. Swelling is medically described as a temporary and abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, caused by the accumulation of fluid in the muscles and tissues. The cause of swelling can vary from an injury to... Continue reading

HOW TO AVOID THE SIDE EFFECTS OF DIURETICS LIKE HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, FUROSEMIDE AND LASIX? Diuretics are a type of medication that is often prescribed after a blood pressure diagnosis. It is important to note that they are used to treat other conditions like edema or swelling of the legs or feet.... Continue reading

EDEMA HOW TO TREAT IT AND REDUCE SWELLING What is edema? Edema, commonly also referred to as Oedema, is the swelling of the body and it happens when small blood vessels leak fluid into tissues in different areas of the body and becomes trapped there. It can happen anywhere in... Continue reading