With the weakening of the immune system the body becomes more susceptible for different infections, fungal infections as well. As we know, fungi represent micro-organisms that are impossible to see with the naked eye. There are around thousands of fungi types and not all of them represent danger to a human organism. The mouth, nail, skin and the vagina are the most frequent places that fungus likes to attack, but generally, it can be any place. It is very important not to leave the condition neglected as untreated fungal infection is fraught with certain complications. More »
Antifungal Diet
A person can suffer from many different illnesses evoked by fungi. They invade the body and make it ill. Good news is that the condition is curable and there are a lot of quite effective antibiotics able to fight microbes off in case the immune system cannot do it on its own. Another good way to get rid of fungi is to stick to antifungal diet in addition to taking antibiotics. Mycosis and yeast infection are two sure conditions where diet can undoubtedly help. More »
African Sleeping Sickness
Sleeping sickness is an African illness and is characterized by uncontrollable sleep. It is evoked by a parasite trypanosome and is considered endemic and infectious. Blood and tissue fluids are the major places of trypanosome living; but T. cruzi live inside cells. Tsetse fly is a cause of an African sleeping sickness as it transmits T. rhodesiense or T. gambiense. The flies live in Africa between 15 N and 20 S latitude and these regions are known by the rate of trypanosome infected population reaching 30 %. More »
Toxoplasmosis
The condition of toxoplasmosis is evoked by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii. The first organ that is affected first is the intestines; the lymph nodes go next. The latter have a tendency to swell and become tender. The whole condition is accompanied by fever, headaches, muscle pain, and anemia. Another severe consequence of toxoplasmosis is eye infection that can lead to blindness. More »
Roundworms in Humans
Roundworms represent thread-like parasitic invertebrate worms belonging to the group Nematoda and known for causing infections of the digestive tracts in people. Their bodies are unsegmented and pointed at the ends. They are generally microscopic and invisible to the naked eye; but some of them are. There are the following main types of roundworms: pinworm, hookworm and whipworm. Commonly, parasites can be found everywhere in animal bodies, in soil, and in humans. More »
Exercises to Lower Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can be relieved by the help of different means but exercises are, without any doubt, very efficient. Physical activities from regular workouts are highly beneficial and hypertensive patients are strongly recommended to practice regular exercises several times a week. However, there is no need to try too hard and it is better to consult your doctor before starting any exercise. Even better option is to train under the supervision of a trainer or an expert as he or she will look after you and coordinate your periods of rest and training. More »
Caffeine Withdrawal Symptoms
Being natural xanthine alkaloid caffeine is considered a drug or psychoactive substance that works by stimulating the nervous system. As a result we feel more alert and energetic. It is usually found in fruits, beans and leaves and is an ingredient of caffeine drinks (i.e. coffee, tea). This is the reason why people are so keen on drinking these beverages. Though, caffeine’s stimulating effect is not a long-lasting one it is definitely able to increase the mental alertness enough for certain purposes. When the effect wears of, it is replaced by the feelings of fatigue and sleepiness. This may trigger the necessity for more caffeine intake and it becomes a habit, an addiction. It is not as innocent as it seems, however. Excess of caffeine is able to evoke headaches and is fraught with other side-effects like insomnia, nausea and vomiting, depression, irritability, heartburn, constipation and diarrhea. Refraining from caffeine intake can cause abstinence syndrome if a person got used to it too much. More »
Caffeine and Blood Pressure
We all love chocolate, coffee and tea just as something to make yourself happy with or to find assistance before upcoming important event (i.e. an exam). Caffeine is considered a stimulant and therefore highly proper for such occasions when you should feel alert and energetic, not sleepy or drowsy. Tea and coffee has less caffeine than chocolate; the same is about soda and ‘energy’ drinks. But it is not useless if you will know about caffeine and blood pressure connection more. More »
Alternative Hypertension Medications
High blood pressure, or hypertension, can be treated nowadays in an alternative way as well as with the help of medications. There are a lot of people who prefer this method and it is completely understandable as most medications have adverse effects and can lead to undesired complications. Sleepiness, impaired judgment, nausea and allergic reactions are infrequent after their administration. Alternative medicines contrariwise have not been so notorious and provide only relief from the condition. More »
Gluten Intolerance Symptoms
Gluten represents some type of storage protein of cereal family therefore it is an ingredient of grains. Glutenin and gliadin, the two proteins, constitute gluten and are bound by it. Rye, barley, spelt and wheat generally contain gluten. Low protein foods contain it in full and we can get it from there. It is also used as the food additive that is able to provide the texture and elasticity to the food according to your desire. It happens so, however, that not everyone can consume gluten without problems. There are people who can not digest it and tolerate and they are supposed to have gluten intolerance. More »