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Taking Care of our Eyes

Published on 2012-10-14 18:40:17

EYE CARE FOR ADULTS Deterioration in near-sightedness (inability to see far things) slows down or stabilizes with age. Continue to care for your eyes with a comfortable working distance, good reading posture, good illumination, and frequent eye rests. But new problems may appear, and you have to look out for them. General tips Know how [...]

WARTS: 11 Ways to Wipe Them Out

Published on 2012-09-25 21:44:11

Here are some tips to help you be wart-free and they were taken from The Home Remedies Handbook. Make sure it’s a wart. First and foremost, before you try any type of treatment, know whether your skin eruption is a wart or another condition. Warts (except the small, smooth flat wart) commonly have a broken [...]

Warts and their origin

Published on 2012-09-19 03:37:54

Most of us have had one of these ghastly bumps at one point or another. Pregnant women are more prone to warts as I had witnessed during my two pregnancies. I and my husband just had our warts removed through electrocautery to take advantage of our medical benefits. We even had to eat our lunch [...]

Understanding the aging process

Published on 2012-08-15 11:42:42

Many of the common sayings and beliefs about growing old have had to be revised in the light of new information that has been developed by medical science in the last twenty years. We used to say that a man is as old as his arteries. Now we realize that changes in the arteries may [...]

DANDRUFF: 10 Ways to Shake the Flakes

Published on 2012-07-22 22:46:34

Don’t toss out all those dark suits or dress. There’s a better way to deal with dandruff. As a matter of fact, you may be able to simply wash it away. If you are like most people, you have always thought of those unsightly flakes as dry skin. In reality, though, dandruff is usually a [...]

Causes and ways to prevent constipation

Published on 2012-07-03 09:37:25

According to the American Family Physician website, constipation affects as many as 26 percent of elderly men and 34 percent of elderly women and is a problem that has been related to diminished perception of quality of life. Before treating constipation, its causes should be known. Sometimes cancers or other tumors in the intestinal wall [...]

SUNBURN PAIN: 12 Ways to Soothe the Sizzle

Published on 2012-06-18 07:36:50

Many of us ignore doom-and-gloom sun-exposure warnings. After all, that bronze tan looks wonderful. If you’ve overexposed your skin to the sun and end up with sunburn, the home remedies that follow can make your feel better until Mother Nature can heal the burn. Keep in mind, though, that the remedies given here cannot reverse [...]

Scrutinizing a sunburn

Published on 2012-06-05 09:49:33

Some of us may already be taking advantage of the early days of summer, not to mention try to cool the body from excessive heat by swimming. Just don’t forget about sunburn! People have worshiped the sun for a thousand of years. But only in the last century have people worshiped the sun by baking [...]

Senility: Symptoms and Treatment

Published on 2012-05-23 08:43:06

Senility is the extreme stage of cerebral arteriosclerosis, which produces in the aged symptoms approaching dementia. The mind of the senile person becomes feeble and he may be so confused that he requires constant care and attention, and cannot be left alone. This condition is also marked by extreme forgetfulness. In such moments, he may [...]

10 ways to handle Shingles

Published on 2012-04-30 01:41:32

The chicken-pox virus never goes away. It continues to lurk in the nerve cells of your body years and years after you first suffer from this common childhood disease. You may not even remember having had chicken pox if yours was a mild case. But when the herpes zoster virus, as it’s called, reappears in [...]

Learning more about Emphysema and ways to manage it

Published on 2012-04-17 09:32:51

Emphysema is a disease of the lungs in which some of the walls which separate the thin walled air sacs from each other have broken down, creating larger than normal air spaces. This condition reduces the efficiency of the lung in exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide. Frequent infections and irritation within the lung damage the [...]

Heat Exhaustion: Ways to Regulate Your Thermostat

Published on 2012-03-03 09:23:51

Sometimes, it’s just too darn hot. Extreme heat, especially when coupled with exertion, can put a terrible strain on the body. Occasionally, it’s enough to make the hypothalamus go haywire and send the body’s temperature-control system into turmoil. The hypothalamus is a cherry-sized part of the brain that serves as the body’s thermostat. Thanks to [...]

Banana Fruit: Plantain Health Benefits

Published on 2012-03-01 12:22:18

Persia and India regarded this golden fruit as nature’s secret of perpetual youth. Today, banana is known to promote healthy digestion and create a feeling of youthfulness. It enhances calcium, phosphorous and nitrogen retention which in turn helps in the regeneration of healthy tissues. Banana as a health food The banana fruit has great nutritional [...]

Low Uric Acid Diet Keeps Gout at Bay

Published on 2012-03-01 12:21:37

The question whether a low uric acid diet can bring relief from gout symptoms can be answered with both a yes and a no, like most health questions. A low uric acid diet is not what will make a difference but a diet low in purine that can reduce gout symptoms. A bout with gout [...]

Joint Mobilization

Published on 2012-03-01 12:20:07

Fixated Joints Because of stress, age, bad postures, etc. joints can be fixated. Fixated joints can be painful, and they create tension in nearby muscles. Joint mobilization involves improving mobility in these areas that currently have less than normal movement. Joint mobilization helps to release these compressed joints and relax the surrounding muscles. Joint mobilization [...]

Knowing more about Glaucoma

Published on 2012-02-21 21:34:10

Glaucoma from the Greek word, glaukoma (meaning clouded or blue-green hue), is a sight-threatening disease in which the pressure of the eye’s fluid increases. Unless promptly treated, the internal eye structures are permanently damaged. Normally there is a constant production of clear fluid within the front part of the eye, which is drained away as [...]

15 Self-Care Techniques for Bladder Infections

Published on 2012-02-06 00:35:41

Bladder infections can often be treated at home with the self-care tips that follow. However, if your symptoms persist for more than 24 hours, if they don’t respond to home remedies, or if you suspect that your symptoms may be due to a sexually transmitted disease or other infections, see your physician. These tips were [...]

FYI on Bladder Infection

Published on 2012-02-01 00:23:47

You have to go, and you have to go now. Come to think of it, it seems like you’ve had to go every 15 minutes since you woke up this morning. And each time, it’s been the same story. Not much comes out, but it burns like crazy. What in the world is going on? [...]

Enjoy Healthy Aging by Overcoming Diabetes

Published on 2012-01-17 12:13:29

Diabetes is a very serious and difficult disease to control. Your life will never be the same again once you’re diagnosed with it.  With the right decisions, you can be as healthy as you ever were before but aging healthfully will pose a challenge.  You have to change the way you eat and need to [...]

Healthy Diabetic Diet Methods

Published on 2012-01-17 12:11:18

Diabetics need to consult with their primary care physician before starting any weight loss plan. A diabetic diet plan needs to be monitored carefully monitored for sugar and a physician is the best person who can tell the best way without jeopardizing your health. With diabetes, the body doesn’t either produce enough insulin or the [...]

Combating Gout

Published on 2012-01-11 22:09:56

Gout is considered a form of arthritis. The cause is an inherited fault in the way the body handles certain chemical substances. Uric acid is one of the by-products produced in the body in the digestion of food. In most persons this uric acid is readily eliminated by the kidneys. But in a person with [...]

Indigestion

Published on 2011-12-14 08:55:19

This denotes discomfort that accompanies or follows the intake of food. It is usually associated with difficult or painful digestion and may be related to actual failure of some phase of the digestive process. Symptoms of indigestion are varied – a feeling of fullness or weight in the pit of the stomach; pain either dull [...]

Professional Health Care Services Opens New Headquarters

Published on 2011-11-25 13:03:15

EATING FOR A LOWER BLOOD CHOLESTEROL

Published on 2011-11-23 10:23:58

Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 631,636 people died of heart disease in 2006. Heart disease caused 26% of deaths—more than one in every four—in the United States. What causes heart attack? In most cases, an attack occurs when the blood [...]

Cataracts

Published on 2011-11-18 03:18:05

The disease and its causes A patient with a cataract has an eye condition in which the lens of the eye becomes clouded over. When the lens becomes completely opaque, no longer allowing light to pass through to the retina, sight is completely lost. The likelihood of cataract development increases with age, peaking at greater [...]

9 Ways to Stop Denture Discomfort

Published on 2011-10-03 10:33:07

Dentures have come a long way since the wooden teeth worn by George Washington. But, as anyone who has worn them can attest, dentures can cause discomfort. There are two times when dentures often cause discomfort – during the “initial” adjustment phase, when dentures are new, and after several years of wearing, when dentures may [...]

Coping Strategies for Arthritis: PROTECTING YOUR JOINTS

Published on 2011-06-21 06:35:59

The following information was taken from the book: The Home Remedies Handbook. In addition to easing discomfort, you can learn to live well with arthritis by protecting your joints. What’s more, with a little planning and reorganizing,  you ca

Coping Strategies for Arthritis: Easing Stiffness and Discomfort

Published on 2011-06-08 09:28:56

An estimated 50 million adults in the United States reported being told by a doctor that they have some form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia.  In 2007–2009, 50% of adults 65 years or older reported an arthritis dia

Helpful Tips for Caregivers

Published on 2011-06-06 17:49:23

Are you helping an older adult with any of the following tasks? Preparing meals Bathing and getting dressed Grocery shopping Cleaning the house Managing medications Arranging for services Paying household bills Getting in and out of bed Getting to do

Ways to Reduce High Blood Pressure

Published on 2011-05-24 07:21:09

The following information was taken from the book The Home Remedies Handbook: Ways to Reduce High Blood Pressure High blood pressure, or hypertension, is defined as having a blood pressure (the pressure that pumps blood to our heart and arteries to

Taking the elderly on outings

Published on 2011-05-19 10:18:42

Imagine yourself staying at home day after day, not even having any parks to walk about since you live in the middle of a very busy        city. There will really come a point wherein you will question your sanity because of the routine you keep

What to do if you or someone is choking?

Published on 2011-05-10 18:18:44

Choking is most often caused by food or an object stuck in the windpipe. A person who is choking cannot talk, cough, or breathe, and may turn gray or blue. The Heimlich maneuver can help get the food or object out. Warning: Do not try the Heimlich ma

Tips on How to Stop Nosebleeding

Published on 2011-04-15 15:52:20

The following information was taken from the book Healthwise for LIFE 7th Edition: Tips on How to Stop Nosebleeding Most nosebleeds are not serious. You may get one because of dry air or high altitude, an injury to the nose, or medicines (especially

Three Simple Rules for Good Self-Care

Published on 2011-04-15 12:46:47

The following information was taken from the book Healthwise for LIFE 7th Edition: Three Simple Rules for Good Self-Care 1. Do as much for yourself as you can. Good sel-care can reduce your need for care. 2. Find out the care guidelines for your heal

The Biggest Challenge of Aging: Loss and Life Change

Published on 2011-03-25 12:42:39

The following information was taken from the book Healthwise for LIFE 7th Edition: The Biggest Challenge of Aging: Loss and Life Change Change is as much a part of our lives as breathing. We change physically – from babies to teens to adults. We ch

Gifts of Aging

Published on 2011-03-25 12:41:57

The following information was taken from the book Healthwise for LIFE 7th Edition: Gifts of Aging Benjamin Franklin was past 80 when he helped draft the U.S Constitution. Gandhi was in his 70s when he launched India’s struggle for independence. Gra

Loneliness is contagious: 4 ways to get rid of it

Published on 2011-03-08 06:19:18

Loneliness has proven to be very contagious, experts said. Various studies performed recently that attest a significant finding about being lonely, published by the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology; that this kind of solitude condition, i

Age does not matter in exercising

Published on 2011-03-08 06:18:06

Usually, when a person gets older, he will eventually stop exercising. Study shows that only 30% of the American adults are actively participating in exercises, to keep them fit and healthy. Several of the senior citizens are not quite aware that by

How Alcohol Significantly Disrupts Muscle Growth Particularly The Elderly?

Published on 2011-03-03 12:44:56

Alcoholism is in reality one the most serious concerns facing our society from that of the youth and most especially the elderly ones. Needless to say, drinking has become a favorite form of leisure activity by many and most of them, men seldom to wo

Heavy Smoking has proven to lead to Alzheimer’s

Published on 2011-01-12 15:15:27

Smoking is indeed hazardous to one’s health. Everybody seems to be aware of that, and yet some people do not want to stop the habit that jeopardizes their lives. Most likely, when people are chain smoker during their prime days, they are prone to s

General Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

Published on 2010-12-20 10:24:18

PHCSI wants you and your loved ones to be safe this holiday season so many more can be enjoyed. Holiday Greetings and Blessings for a Wonderful New Year! PHCSI offers these tips from the United States Fire Administration to help keep the holidays bri

Tips in Taking Care of Elderly with Osteoporosis

Published on 2010-11-12 13:44:33

Osteoporosis is a degenerative disease which is characterized by progressive loss of bone mass throughout the body. Osteoporosis may strikes at any age but is more common among older people. If an elderly need a special care, then an elderly with ost

Tips in Avoiding Forgetfulness

Published on 2010-11-12 13:43:40

Being an elderly is not an excuse in becoming forgetful. Remember that aging doesn’t have to be equated with forgetfulness. As individuals reach their 70′s, it may take the brain longer to retrieve stored bits of information from part of

Wii Games Promotes Healthy Aging

Published on 2010-10-11 10:28:27

If you think Wii is just for kids, think again. Don’t be shock if you see your grandparents going to gadget store and ask for Nintendo Wii. At these days, bingo cards and crossword puzzles are put aside and they were replaced by more hip and health

The Facts about Osteoporosis

Published on 2010-10-07 22:23:42

Pains, difficulty in breathing and in some cases, death are the ill effects of osteoporosis. It progressively develops without noticing and is found mainly in spines, hips and wrists. The fractures occur without pain but when develop and reach in acu

When Special Care for Loved Ones are Necessary

Published on 2010-09-10 06:59:43

Older folks requires more care than a busy family or relatives can provide. In due time their will be considerations that needs to be taken into notice. Such considerations should well be very practical and beneficial to both the old folk and the fam

Detecting 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Published on 2010-08-11 10:38:44

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain leading to the irreversible loss of neurons and the loss of intellectual abilities, including memory and reasoning, which become severe enough to impede social or occupatio

SANTA ANA -Fil-Am health entrepreneur and civuic leader penny Byram of Westminster City will take over the helm of leadership of Santa Ana North Rotary Club as president starting July.

Published on 2010-07-03 10:46:03

Helping Adults with Geriatric Anxiety

Published on 2010-07-01 09:40:01

In a recent report of a notable health institution, since 1980’s there has been an increase in the number or elderly patients who suffers from anxiety. This has been brought about by many societal factors in which old people worry so much about. Th