Nausea attacks and vomiting are two of the most common symptoms of motion sickness, morning sickness and fever. Known a quick natural remedy for nausea and vomiting will help you in getting rid of the condition instantly without taking the harmful OTC drugs. Studies have shown that ginger is extremely helpful for the treatment of vomiting. Ginger can be used in various forms; the most effective one are: Fresh ginger: Adding fresh ginger to the food items helps in getting rid of vomiting tendencies. Grate 1 ounce ginger and add it to soups, salads or stews. You can also chew grated ginger after the meal for avoiding possibility of vomiting. Some people may find the taste of ginger spicy; however, some may find it difficult eating fresh gingers. Some add grinded ginger to smoothies and tea to  [...] 

Those of you who are addictive to caffeine can blame it on your genes. Recent findings by a study which was funded by National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute had researchers participating from six institutions for indicating the differences in two genes which will help in determining the caffeine amount that is craved by an individual. This study was published recently in the PLoS Genetics journal. The study revealed that individuals, who possess high-consumption variation of either of the two genes, tend to have more coffee, compared to those who don’t. according to a Pediatrics Professor at University of Okalahoma and a member of American College of Genetics, Dr. John Mulvihill, even thought the notion of being less or more caffeine tolerant is not something new, the clinical application  [...] 

Turmeric is widely popular herb in India, which has been in use since more than 2500 years now. While it is mostly used in cooking, particularly the famous Dal dish of India, it is also used because of its medicinal properties and in many of their cultural rites. Turmeric belongs to the Ginger family known as Zingiberaceae. Its scientific name is rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant. Turmeric’s medicinal properties are slowly becoming known. While it was long known because of its anti-inflammatory assets, recent study has revealed that this natural wonder is also beneficial in treating many other health conditions including cancer. This herb has a slightly bitter, distinctly earthy, a flavor of slight peppery hot as well as a mustard fragrance. During medieval times in Europe, turmeric  [...] 

You might be stuck with more than just a metaphor if often you tend to get a feeling of butterflies flitting about your stomach. And Chrome Disease might just be it if one feels chained to the loo and throws up every now and then. This ailment of Chrome Disease is also known as Crohn’s Disease. The condition results in swelling of the gastrointestinal or the digestive tract. The swelling most commonly is seen in the small intestine or ileum. The swelling can be found anywhere from the food pipe to the mouth. It can also be present in any region from the food pipe to the anus. The characteristics of Chrome disease includes inflammation of the bowel and is many a times mistaken for ulcers, IBS or colitis. The disease forms in the body due to the malfunction of the body’s immune system. The  [...] 

We must try to understand that virus is a very common entity and can be kept at bay by maintaining good hygiene and living standards. Thus viral infectious Influenza however dangerous it might sound is one of the most common of the infectious diseases doing the rounds. The symptoms of  influenza result in the loss of many work days, suffering, morbidity and mortality. This virus powered attack is very contagious and hence we are told time and again to hold up a handkerchief when we sneeze or wash the hands after hitting the bathroom. A viral infectious influenza or also known as the ‘flu’ can result in mild weakness or fatigue symptoms or severe conditions such as respiratory failure or death. The now infamous H1N1 influenza pandemic alone wiped out an estimated 30 million people worldwide.  [...] 

Acupressure was a technique practiced by the ancient Chinese and Indians for curing illnesses and overall well being. This ancient practice combines the principles of acupuncture with pressure application, to promote a feeling of well being. This practice involves using the knuckle, fingers and other objects for creating pressure on exact points on the body, known as meridians. This practice is quite similar to acupuncture, however it should not be confused with the latter, which makes use of needles instead of the application of pressure. This technique has been in use since time immemorial and was used for improving the flow of prana, i.e., life force in the body. In acupressure, pressure is applied for 30 seconds to specific points on the body. While simple reflexology will do the trick  [...] 

Microbiology is that part of biology which deals with the organisms which cannot be seen by the naked eye. It is very important part of science and its relevance grows in leaps and bounds in today’s environment. Even with the advancing science these invisible creatures can make living difficult for us and they can even manage to wipe out our entire species. You must have heard about the recent outbreaks such as SARS, bird flu and swine flu which cost us many dear lives. Understanding and striking a balance with these creatures can help us maintain our existence. The organisms which are microscopic in nature and have either a single cell structure or are a cluster of cells fall in this category. Microbiology pays attention to the likes of fungi, protists (e.g. algae) and prokaryotes (e.g.  [...] 

A long journey of about a century came to a victorious ending when the health care bill was passed by the Democratic powered Congress. In Washington on a bright Sunday night the health care reform bill was passed which extended health coverage to tens of millions of people who are uninsured. This bill will also help countering the wrong practices by various insurance companies. After all the shortcomings this is a high point in the tenure of Barrack Obama as the President of the United States of America. Officials say the president is expected to sign the bill as early as possible and is also expected to address the media following the voting of the bill. The Democratic Party backed presidency had all their stakes up in the health care bill. The Republicans thought of blocking the bill and  [...] 

Yellow Fever and Malaria are viral illnesses which are transmitted to us by the ever irritating mosquitoes. The two have symptoms which are similar to each other. The various types of Malaria diseases are some of the most common illnesses in the world. These viral diseases are an important cause of concern to the people of the developing nations. People traveling to countries where malaria and yellow fever are widespread should take necessary precautions before and at the time of the trip. These diseases are very much preventable. Malaria is prevalent in most of the tropic as well as the sub tropical regions. Yellow fever however is observed in tropical South America and sub Saharan Africa. Yellow fever is endemic in these parts of the world and occasionally causes an epidemic. Both these diseases  [...] 

Lemon has numerous benefits apart from providing vitamin C, freshness and anti- oxidant properties to the body. Let us take a look at them. The peel of lemon consists of a compound called d-limonene which possesses anticancer benefits. The various cell lines like those in stomach, colon, skin, liver, pancreas, etc. are protected by this compound against cancerous invasion. The beneficial effects of d-limonene are primarily found in the outer peel and rind of lemon. Regular consumption of d-limonene builds it up within the fatty tissues of the body. This is why certain researches state for consumption of d-limonene to be deemed as cancer prevention technique, esp. against breast cancer, the fattiest tissue of the body. Another benefit of lemon is that lemon consists of many flavonoids, one of  [...]