Aging and Disease

Tip! A number of people are of the opinion that Chrysotile is a safe form of asbestos. But researches have shown that all forms of asbestos including the largely used Chrysotile are effective in causing Mesothelioma and other ARDs like lung cancer, asbestosis etc.
Mesothelioma is a rare, deadly form of cancer which can occur in [...]

Tip! 8 million African Americans have diabetes.
Diabetic frozen shoulder is a major problem. The pain and limited function that it causes can seriously limit the normal activities of day-to-day life. Frozen shoulder is much more common in diabetic patients and this article aims to explore the nature of the Frozen Shoulder – Diabetes connection.
Diabetes,the Vitamin&Mineral [...]

If you have high blood pressure or if you have just been diagnosed with hypertension, it is very important that you keep track of your blood pressure. Hypertension is called the silent killer, because people can have high blood pressure without showing most of the symptoms.
In order to monitor your blood pressure at home, you [...]

Tip! Watch your diet. Fatty foods, spicy foods, onions, tomatoes, chocolate, caffeine-containing beverages, alcohol and carbonated beverages frequently cause acid reflux.
The condition of acid reflux is also commonly known as heartburn. This is a condition that is characterized by the inflammation of the esophagus, caused by the backing up of food from the stomach [...]

Diabetes is a hereditary disease. Your genes can predispose you to this disease. However, lifestyle and diet are important contributing factors. There is much you can do on your own to manage the condition. It’s equally important to follow your doctor’s advice for the treatments for diabetes. Here’s a snapshot overview of some effective management [...]