Stress can have some unpleasant emotional implications ranging from imagined danger to an increased heart rate, sweating and a change in respiration. When stress leads to anxiety that alters one’s ability to participate in daily life,...
Stress incontinence is marked by the unintentional loss or urine. Physical movement or activities, such as coughing, sneezing, heavy lifting or any movement that puts stress on the bladder, can trigger the problem. Stress incontinence is more...
Many medical conditions can be caused by chronic stress. The effects of excess cortisol and glucocorticoids suppress immunity, increasing risk of infection, disease and inflammation. Stress-related medical conditions include gastrointestinal,...
Everyday stress and anxiety are common human experiences that typically fade without medical intervention; however, extreme stress and anxiety may interfere with your ability to conduct your daily life. Acute stress and anxiety such as that...
Stress is a common experience in many people, and it can manifest in a variety of physical symptoms. A chain reaction of physiological events such as the release of cortisol, a stress hormone, prepares your body to fight or flee the stressor. This...
Stress echocardiography is a diagnostic procedure utilizing echocardiography---an ultrasound test of the heart. This test visualizes the heart muscle at rest and under stress to evaluate for signs of coronary artery disease. A cardiologist then...
Your blood cholesterol level is an important indicator of health and your risk for disorders such as heart disease and stroke. High cholesterol does not generally cause any symptoms, and individuals with this disorder may not be aware that they...
While some people choose to manage their stress with medications, massages or meditation, others choose exercise. According to the MayoClinic.com, “virtually any form of exercise can decrease the production of stress hormones and counteract...
Your hair is known as your personal crown of glory, but growing your hair to desired lengths can take some time. Your hair grows an average of half an inch per month, provided you are healthy and treat your hair right. Mistreating your hair can...
Hair that is weak, dry and lacking the proper nutrients often appears dull and lifeless and grows more slowly than nourished, healthy hair. Just like your body, your hair needs to be taken care of in order to look and perform its best. As a...
Yeast, also known as Candida albicans, is normally present in the digestive system. In healthy people, the yeast is not harmful because it is controlled by beneficial microorganisms, known as probiotics. However, the good bacteria can be destroyed...
Hair loss affects up to 30 million women in the United States according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Occuring as early as the late teens, the problem is most common in women over 50, with causes including anemia, hormonal imbalance,...
Hair loss is usually considered a male issue, but many women also suffer from thinning and loss of hair. This can be attributed to many things, including stress, medications, hormones, extreme dieting, age and genetics. Whatever the reason, people...
Eczema, also referred to as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic condition that causes red, itchy skin rashes. Its exact cause is unknown, but flare-ups can be caused by the skin's reaction to allergies, stress, medications, dry air or certain foods....
Stress, medications, poor nutrition and lack of water all take their toll on the health and appearance of your skin. In fact, as the largest organ in the human body, the skin must protect the body from exposure to environmental toxins as well as...
Numerous men and women have unwanted hair that they want to eliminate. Unwanted hair can make you feel self-conscious about your face or body especially if it is excessive. It can also be psychologically very frustrating and embarrassing. Unwanted...
A small amount of the Candida fungus resides in the mouth most of the time and are normally kept in check by other bacteria and microorganisms in the body. However, certain illnesses, stress, or medications disturb the balance, causing a thrush...
Stress is a state of heightened excitability that causes unpleasant symptoms in the mind and body. Anxiety---sometimes referred to as nervousness or worry---often occurs as a result of stress and can manifest in many forms, such as panic...
A certain amount of hair loss is normal especially as you get older; however, if you experience a sudden increase in hair loss, it may indicate a health problem. Certain medical conditions, stress, some medications and aging all can cause your...
Hair loss can be a major problem for millions of women and men, old and young. There are many causes of hair loss. The most common include overuse of styling products, stress, medications and genetics. Loss of hair can make you stressed,...
Digestive problems, such as diarrhea, gas, bloating, constipation and abdominal pain are common. They can be caused by many factors, including dietary habits, stress, medications, food allergies and digestive diseases. Digestive problems are often...
On the average, hair grows about one-half inch a month. If you want to maintain that growth, it's important to take care of yourself and your hair. Stress, medications and certain medical conditions can slow growth, make hair brittle or lead to...
High blood pressure--also called hypertension--is a common ailment of the cardiovascular system that can lead to other health problems. These include an increase risk for heart attack and heart disease. Hypertension can develop from several...
Psoriasis is a condition that causes itchy and inflamed patches on the skin. Although there are medicated creams and lotions that help relieve itching and inflammation, some people prefer to use oats for relief. Oats can help stop the itching and...
According to womenshealth.org, hair loss affects 50 percent of women. This number can be surprising, since balding in women often goes unnoticed. Women lose hair differently then men. Understanding the causes, patterns and treatments for thinning...
Antihypertensives are a class of drugs used to treat hypertension, or high blood pressure. Sometimes hypertension has no known cause and is called "essential hypertension." "Secondary hypertension" is caused by an underlying condition such as...
Stress, medications, poor nutrition and underlying medical conditions can all cause hair loss. Often, there's nothing that can be done to prevent balding. But sometimes hair loss can be prevented. And the ways to do that don't have to be all that...
Probiotics and prebiotics are popular topics in health and dietetics. Although the evidence is not conclusive, the American Dietetic Association states that studies are finding promising connections between these microorganisms, digestive health...
Hair growth is a commonly misunderstood topic. According to the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, your hair undergoes a growth process that is affected by a number of factors, including medications, nutrition, stress, illness and...
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