The resin extracted from Mukul myrrh plant is referred to as Guggul. Guggul has been used for medicinal purposes in India since the ancient times. It is known to be an effective remedy for several medical conditions. The reason behind Guggul’s ability of curing health problems is the presence of diterpenes, fatty acids, sterols and aromatic acids in it. When it comes to its healing properties, Guggul is more effective and is also a lot safer compared to the crude gum version of Guggul. This herbal raisin is also often referred to as Gum Gugglu, Gugglu and Commiphora mukul. So, what are the health benefits offered by Guggul? Guggul helps in controlling blood cholesterol levels and promoting easy digestion. Guggul possesses aphrodisiac properties and can promote healthy sperm production. This  [...] 

Retinitis pigmentosa is the umbrella term used for several genetic disorders of the eye that are marked by loss of night vision and peripheral vision. An individual develops retinitis pigmentosa as a result of defects in over 100 genes in his body, which lead to dystrophies in the retinal epithelium and retina. In this article, we have offered tips of identifying the disease in you and informed you about the procedure of retinitis pigmentosa diagnosis. You must be aware of the initial signs of retinitis pigmentosa in order to identify the disease in you. The first signs of the disease include a difficulty is seeing objects in low lights or in conditions with reduced illumination for instance fog or dusk. Patients with this eye disorder also often requires a lot of time for adjusting between  [...] 

Endometriosis occurs due to displacement of the endometrial cells of women; these are the cells forming the uterine lining. Statistics suggest that 5-10% women develop endometriosis when they are in their reproductive age. The common physical problems caused by this disorder include painful urination, excessive bleeding, dysmenorrhea, infertility and digestive problems. Endometriosis patients are asked to follow certain dietary guidelines. Having the right kind of foods can help the patients by relieving the symptoms and managing endometriosis. Endometriosis occurs due to overproduction of estrogen. If the levels of estrogen in a woman’s body can be decreased, the production of cells will slow down and the existing clumps will get disintegrated and withered. Thus, endometriosis patients are  [...] 

Oral thrush or yeast infections in our mouth occur due to overgrowth of the yeast called Candida. This infection is more common among people with weak immune system for instance people suffering from fever or any other underlying medical conditions and elderly individuals. Below, we have discussed about herbs that can treat oral yeast infections successfully. Garlic: This herb is widely used as a culinary herb for its strong flavor. However, medicinal use of garlic is also quite common. Today, you will get garlic is form of powders, tablets and capsules for being used for medicinal purposes. Garlic possesses antifungal properties, which make it a potent ingredient to fight Candida. You can also apply garlic topically on the affected regions of your mouth. As garlic can result in drug interactions,  [...] 

Glaucoma patients are not allowed to perform all yoga postures; the three yoga postures that are commonly included in the exercising routine of glaucoma patients are: The wide-legged forward bends: This is the alternative for the normal forward bends. To perform this exercise, you will need a chair. Place the chair against the wall; the back of the chair must face the wall. Put your feet hip distance away from each other; one foot must be placed parallel to the other. Bend slightly forward keeping the hips above the lungs instead of keeping them behind the heels. Your forearms must be resting on the seat of the chair. Breathe in and breathe out alternately for 10-15 times. You will be feeling a stretch around your groin area and thigh; the muscles on your back on the other hand will feel relaxed. The  [...] 

The common signs of allergic rhinitis include dry cough, watery eyes and runny nose. Often we develop these symptoms due to our food habit. Avoiding food items that can trigger allergic rhinitis symptoms can help us in reducing the intensity of the symptoms or preventing their onset. Below, we have mentioned some food types that should be avoided by allergic rhinitis patients. Proteins present on food surfaces: 25% of the allergic rhinitis patients might experience stimulation of allergic response after consuming proteins found on surface of certain fresh food items. The symptoms of allergic reactions triggered by such allergen include itching sensation in the throat, mouth or lips. Fruits: There are some fruits which can trigger food pollen allergies in patients with allergic rhinitis. Allergenic  [...] 

Oregano, a herb belonging to the mint family is known to offer several health benefits. The herb is grown widely in the Mediterranean region, but is a native plant of northern Europe. Below, we have presented a discussion regarding some of the most valuable health benefits of the herb:Antifungal and antibacterial properties: Presence of certain essential oils and active ingredients like carvacol and thymol makes oregano a herb with extremely potent antifungal and antibacterial properties. Oregano is primarily effective in killing the bacteria responsible for causing food-borne diseases. Essential oils extracted from the herb, on the other hand, is capable of controlling growth of fungus like yeast. Candida albicans, which is the yeast type responsible for causing infections like oral thrush  [...] 

To run a distance of 26.2 miles for completing a marathon, one requires proper hydration and nutrition. The person having plans of taking part in a marathon needs to start following a diet plan fulfilling that required hydration and nutrition weeks before the actual race. The dietary modification must be included into a marathon runner’s life right from the time he starts training. A perfect diet plan offers a number of benefits to the marathon runners. The most essential among them is supplying energy for completing the training sessions. The other benefits include, informing the runners about the right time of having meals, the quantity of food they should consume and the food types suitable for them. The ideal diet plan for marathon runners will promote muscle and tissue repair and help  [...] 

Individuals suffering from hypertensive cardiomyopathy possess weak heart due to elevated levels of blood pressure. Anyone, who is having uncontrolled hypertension for a long period of time is at risk of developing this heart disease due to the weakening of his heart muscles. Worsening of the symptoms of hypertensive cardiomyopathy can cause congestive heart failures. Two of the most common indicators of hypertensive cardiomyopathy are chest pains occurring during exercises and breathing difficulties during exercises. The early signs of the condition include weakness, fatigue and cough. The patient might also experience leg swelling, breathing problems while lying flat, weight gain, difficulty in breathing while performing any vigorous activity continuously and breathing difficulties while  [...] 

Drinking some herbal teas can help in having healthy bladder, which in turn promotes proper urination. Our lower urinary tract and bladder often develops inflammatory disorders. Drinking the herbal teas helps in preventing these infections and occurrence of conditions like urethritis and cystitis. Certain substances present in the herb might result in drug interactions and side effects, so before using herbal teas for managing or preventing bladder problems, consult your physician. Below, we have discussed about some herbal teas used for having healthy bladder. Cleaver: Herbal tea prepared using cleaver works by reducing inflammation of the bladder and controls bladder infection. Cleaver possesses the ability of improving overall functioning of our bladder and decreases bladder spasms helping  [...]