Sleep disorders can take a toll on your health. It weakens the immune system and puts you at increased risk of obesity, heart disease, diabetes etc. If you have difficulty sleeping, your doctor may conduct a sleep test to determine how much and how well you sleep. These tests will help your doctor identify your sleep problems and their severity. Sleep tests are used to determine problems like narcolepsy, insomnia, sleep terrors, sleepwalking, restless legs syndrome, shift work sleep disorders and so on. Common sleep tests are- polysomnogram, Multiple sleep latency test (MSLT), Multiple wake test (MWT). A polysomnogram measures bodily functions like brain activity, heart rate, breathing rate, breathing rhythm, muscle movements, chest and belly movements and also the levels of oxygen and carbon  [...] 

Date is known to work as a remedy for the following medical conditions: Constipation: Often date is referred to as a laxative and is recommended to patients with chronic constipation. For enjoying laxative effects of dates, soak them in water overnight and have the soaked dates when you get up next morning. Intestinal disorders: Nicotinic ingredients present in dates make this fruit an excellent remedy for all intestinal problems. Regular intake of this fruit helps in inhibiting growth of pathological organisms in the intestine and promoting growth of friendly bacteria eventually enhancing our intestinal health. Weight problems: Dates are rich sources of essential nutrients like fats, proteins and sugars. People who are underweight can experience healthy increase in body weight by regularly  [...] 

Fungal infections can be sometimes difficult to treat if not diagnosed on the right time. The main motive behind the diagnosis is to determine the organism that has invaded and lead to the unusual bouts of symptoms. Once the organism is detected, a series of medications comprising of pills, injections and topical medicines are then planned accordingly which prove effective at killing the unwanted infestation. One of the most commonly prescribed anti-fungal medicines used for treating almost all forms of fungal infections and in particular, tinea capitis is griseofulvin. Other medicines that are included in the broad spectrum of anti-fungals are itraconazole, terbinafine, fluconazole and more. Typically, the course of each of these medicines lasts for one to three weeks, taken once or twice  [...] 

Do you feel stressed out by your lifestyle and troubled by ill health? Are you living through mental tensions? Try out Yoga – there can be nothing as rejuvenating and therapeutic as this ages old profound science. Yoga is an art of living. It can be described as a collection of physical exercises (Yoga poses), meditation and breathing exercises. The primary function of yoga is to usher in a harmony between the mind, body and spirit. Yoga philosophy says- Equanimity and composure of the mind is the key to a human’s well being. Yoga can be very harmful if you practice it incorrectly, so make sure you learn Yogic techniques from an expert Yoga instructor. There are a few essential Yoga apparatus that you need to arrange before you start. Comfortable Yoga Clothes are an absolute must for yoga  [...] 

If you have healthy digestive system, your overall health will surely be benefited immensely. Disruption occurring in the process of digestion may end up weakening your immune system making you extremely susceptible towards developing illnesses of different intensity. The main functions of healthy digestive system are absorbing nutrients from foods consumed by us and flushing out the toxic substances. If these two functions of our digestive system are performed perfectly, our body’s inner strength will be augmented significantly and we’ll also experience increase in our energy levels. You will not need to take any unusual initiative for maintaining your digestive health; following certain dietary precautions should be enough for having a healthy digestive system. The first thing you must  [...] 

Overhead kettlebell exercises provide overall body strength and flexibility. They are particularly suitable for athletes to achieve their sports goals. The kettlebell overhead squat is one of the best overhead kettlebell exercises and requires independent balance.  Position the kettlebell between the feet placed shoulder width apart. Bending the knees slightly grab the kettlebell with the left arm and transfer it to the right arm. Push the kettlebell with the arm to shoulder height and thereafter push the kettlebell skywards with your arm. Perform 5 squats. Then control the descent of the kettlebell. The next most effective kettlebell workout is the bottoms-up press. This drill is among the most effective overhead kettlebell exercises.  Master the bottom up clean for this exercise. While  [...] 

Craniosacral therapy is a therapeutic procedure practiced by massage therapists, chiropractors, naturopaths and osteopaths. During the craniosacral therapy sessions, the therapist places his hands on the body of the patient and tunes his body according to craniosacral rhythm. In this article, we’ll be discussing the benefits offered by craniosacral therapy. This therapeutic procedure is known to relax our mind and body. By promoting relaxation, craniosacral therapy improves our mood and induces a feeling of wellbeing. Although no study till date has established that craniosacral therapy can treat any disease the therapy can successfully reduce the tension and stress related to a number of medical conditions. Thus often doctors recommend craniosacral therapy along with conventional treatment  [...] 

Fever itself is not a disease; it occurs as sign of different diseases. A child develops fever due to several illnesses; examples include bacterial infections, colds and flu. According to theories of medical science, fever is the body’s normal response towards illness. In this article, we have discussed ways of managing a kid’s fever. The best non-medicinal way of controlling fever is keeping the environment comfortable. You can do so by keeping room temperature cool and making him wear light clothing. When your child feels like sleeping, allow him to use light blanket; however, if you find that the child is shivering, you should offer him an additional blanket. A child suffering from fever should consume adequate amount of fluid. This will not only cool down his body, but will also help  [...] 

Stress might not act as a direct trigger of stomach disorders; however, can aggravate them significantly. Stress results in persistent feeling of worry and muscle tension, which in turn can result in aches all through our body. Too much anger, tension, anxiety and feeling of negativity is also known to cause stomach problems like acid formation in the stomach. Acid production in our stomach might increase due to stress, which often takes the shape of chronic acid reflux or heartburn. Heartburn occurs due to the stomach acids that rise up and reach the esophagus. The condition is marked by burning sensations in the throat and chest. Individuals experiencing frequent episodes of heartburn develop a condition called GERD or gastro-esophageal reflux disease. To recover from this condition one needs  [...] 

Remedy 1: A blend prepared using apple cider vinegar and sage is known for relieving sore throat significantly if used for gargling. To prepare this gargle mix for sore throat take 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and 1 cup of strong tea prepared from sage leaves. Mix these two liquids and add two teaspoons of salt to the blend. For making a strong tea using sage leaves steep three teaspoons of dried leaves of sage to a cupful of boiling water; allow the leaves to brew for 20 minutes and strain the mix using a sieve or a clean piece of cloth. The gargle mix prepared from sage leaf tea and apple cider vinegar should be used 3 to 4 times per day for getting rid of the pain and inflammation in the throat. Remedy 2: This remedy involves use of marshmallow, a herb known for its soothing effects and  [...]