Health Conditions

Proton Pump Inhibitors, or PPIs, are some of the most popular drugs on the market. Designed for preventing heartburn and other stomach and throat issues by reducing stomach acid, they are taken regularly by millions of Americans. Here are the facts about this common class of drugs.

Unfortunately, not all gut bacteria are created equal. Some are optimal for your health and are the ones we wish to cultivate. Prebiotics and probiotics are two ways you can improve your digestive health.

Tactile allodynia, or hyper-sensitive skin, is just one of many bizarre conditions associated with fibromyalgia. Weird conditions trigger pain in the fibromite, which do not bother 'normal' people. For example, have you ever felt as if your clothes were attacking you?

Zinc has been implicated in Alzheimer's disease in two ways. Some reports suggest that too little zinc is a problem. Others that too much zinc is at fault.

Radiation treatment is often the first therapy in treating prostate cancer. It may be used throughout treatment if the cancer recurs or spreads. There are several side effects from radiation treatment for prostate cancer you need to know.

If you struggle with arthritis, chances are you've been to plenty of mattress stores to find the perfect mattress for a better night's sleep. While you will find plenty of advice on choosing the right mattress when you have arthritis, you probably still have questions.

Art therapy has emerged in recent years as a treatment for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. It is not as effective as medicine, but when used in conjunction with medicine and other therapy such as music and dance, improvements can be realized in these patients lives.

A migraine is a severe headache that causes throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation. It often comes on only one side of the head, and it may or may not be accompanied by other symptoms such as high sensitivity to light and sound, vomiting, and nausea.

Over half of people with anxiety will use medication at some point in their lives. The two main categories of anti-anxiety medications come with significant drawbacks. Surprisingly, dietary change is an often overlooked, and less harmful, substitute to medication.

The holidays are a celebration: a time for happiness and wonder. Sadly, they sometimes bring their own troubles along for the ride. For some, what should be a wonderful time of year can instead be fraught with anxiety and worry.