Cricopharyngeal spasm occurs when the uppermost valve on the esophagus stops functioning properly and it becomes difficult to swallow. Although no specific diet is recommended for this problem, eating can alleviate the tightness in the throat and...
Thinning hair confronts most men and women at some point in their lives. The causes are not restricted to genetics; thinning hair can stem from a poor diet, diseases and even weather change. If your thinning hair is not genetic, it can be easily...
When your doctor checks your blood pressure, he is checking the pressures that your heart is working against to empty and fill with blood. Normal blood pressure for most people is less than 140/90. However, if you have diabetes, heart disease or...
Bloating, diarrhea, cramping, gas and stomach pain after eating pasta may be a sign of irritable bowel syndrome, also called IBS for short. Many digestive conditions can cause similar symptoms as IBS, which needs to be diagnosed by a medical...
If your infant is experiencing diarrhea or constipation, it may be a sign of irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease. These conditions are more common in children, but infants may also experience both conditions. Although these...
A distended abdomen and nausea after eating may be caused by overeating and other habits, as well as a variety of health problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance or an intestinal blockage. If your abdomen hurts to the...
Food additives are used to provide health benefits, prolong shelf-life and alter the flavor and texture of foods. Monosodium glutamate, or MSG, is added to Chinese takeout and processed meats to enhance flavor. Glutamic acid is a similar substance...
Knee pain and stiffness is very common, according to the Centers for Disease Control, or CDC. A 2006 CDC survey showed that 30 percent of adults reported pain in the previous 30 days, with 18 percent complaining of knee pain and stiffness. The...
Hyperglycemia is the medical term for blood sugar levels that are higher than normal or above the range set for you by your doctor. People with diabetes are at risk for hyperglycemia, which can be caused by overeating, insufficient medication,...
As people age, they may begin to see the numbers on the scale creeping upwards. Many times, this is caused by a decrease in activity level and an increase in calories eaten. However, according to menopausetest.org, weight gain or an inability to...
High blood pressure --- or hypertension --- is a higher than normal amount of pressure placed on the arterial walls as blood moves through the arteries. It's a common condition often attributed to age, weight, genetics, diet and physical activity....
You need to get the right amount of potassium in your diet for your body to function normally. Potassium levels that get too high or too low can cause a variety of symptoms and health problems, such as feeling lightheaded. If you are concerned...
The preliminary cause of major depression stems from exposure to long-term stress. A doctor will evaluate the symptoms reported by a patient and possibly speak to family before making a diagnosis and prescribing the best course of treatment....
Step aerobic exercise gives you several options for customizing your workouts to your fitness level and goals. Adjustable bench heights and optional arm motions make step aerobics adaptable for beginners and seasoned steppers alike. Although...
Two-thirds of Americans say they are likely to seek professional help for stress, according to the American Psychological Association. At the same time, we are constantly bombarded by advertisements for beds, supplements and other products that...
A stress fracture is a small crack in a bone caused by repetitive stress. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, most stress fractures occur in the lower leg and the weight-bearing bones of your feet. Stress fractures of the...
If you're underweight, adding calories to your meals is an essential part of putting on the extra pounds you need. Keep in mind that gaining weight -- just like losing weight -- is a process that requires time and smart choices, explains Mayo...
When your doctor orders a stress test, he wishes to see how well your heart is working. The goal of the test is to put your heart under physical stress and study the physiological responses. Depending on the results of the stress test, your doctor...
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, overactive bladder, also called urge incontinence, is a condition which causes loss of bladder control. Individuals with urinary incontinence may have small leaking of urine when they are...
A stress test is also called a treadmill test, cardiac stress test or an exercise test. This test helps doctors understand how well your heart is working, especially under the stress of moderate exercise, as you will be walking at a variety of...
An EKG, or electrocardiogram, is a testing procedure that uses your heart's electrical output to check for signs of certain heart-related ailments. In some circumstances, this testing may be part of a procedure called an exercise stress test,...
Everyone experiences stress to a certain degree. For some, stress leads to unhealthy habits, such as drug and alcohol abuse. Others use a less conspicuous crutch -- food. Comfort foods can indeed make life more comfortable, but when overeating is...
Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, is produced in the adrenal glands. Although it serves the body in non-stressful times when balanced with other hormones and also when called to respond to an acute crisis, it can cause damage when levels are...
Renal diets are prescribed for people with kidney problems, according to "Foundations of Nursing," and limit the amount of liquid consumed to reduce stress on the kidneys. If you and your doctor have decided that it is best for your overall health...
Small tears or inflammation in the tendon, usually the Achilles tendon, cause tendinitis. Dr. Stephen Pribut says that contributing factors include rapid increases in training duration, excessive hill training, poor-fitting shoes and excessive...
An echocardiogram is a test in which sound waves are used to create a video of the heart, according to the online medical encyclopedia MedlinePlus. Because sound waves, rather than x-rays, are used to create the images of the heart, the body is...
The Medical Center at Ohio State University reports that your hair grows nearly a half inch every 30 days. They also state that 90 percent of your scalp hair is growing continuously, the other 10 percent is in a telogen or resting phase where it...
The key to controlling and managing diabetes is diet. The foods you choose have the greatest impact on blood glucose levels. The goal of any person with diabetes is to keep glucose levels within a healthy range set by a doctor. People recently...
Particularly if you are having specific cardiac symptoms, such as chest pain and lightheadedness, your doctor may recommend that you undergo a treadmill test, which is also known as an exercise stress test. Your doctor will interpret and use the...
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