Category: Features
Laser acne treatment
Acne or pimple is basically a condition which is caused by the secretion of the oil sebum in excessive amounts by the sebaceous glands and thereby blocking those pores. There is an array of remedies available for its cure right […]
8 ways to recognize cancer earlier without harmful medical testing
With all the high tech screenings, procedures, drugs, and research, one would have to think that the “war on cancer” would be seeing some forms of success. Yet, men still have a slightly less than 1 in 2 lifetime risk […]
Foods that can cause food poisoning
Much maligned as the number one excuse for missing work, food poisoning is a real phenomenon, especially for us urban folk. It can lead to diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or cramping within 48 hours of consuming any contaminated food or drink. […]
Leprosy: Myanmar struggles with ancient scourge
High in the hills of Myanmar’s war-torn borderlands, a clutch of new leprosy cases among communities virtually cut off from medical help is a sign that the country’s battle with the ancient disease is far from over. It took six […]
Japanese experts launch project to detect cancer
Japanese researchers have announced a five-year project to develop a diagnostic system that can detect 13 different types of cancer by using tiny molecules in the blood as biomarkers. They expect the system will allow the detection of cancer in […]
Greatest sources of vitamin C – Prevent and destroy disease naturally with these foods
Few nutrients are held to such high regard in the West as vitamin C. This essential antioxidant, which is commonly called the “anti-aging” vitamin, performs a large number of important roles in our bodies, from scavenging free radicals, aiding collagen […]
Lead contamination scare hits Heinz infant food in China
BEIJING – U.S. foodmaker H.J. Heinz Co has recalled some infant food products in China after a local watchdog said they contained excessive levels of lead, threatening to dent the company’s reputation in a country highly sensitive to food safety. […]
Triclosan, chemical in toothpaste linked to cancer
Though its toxicity is well documented, the antibacterial, antifungal chemical triclosan is still being used as an active ingredient in Colgate Total toothpaste — and has been for nearly two decades! Hidden pages of documents submitted to the FDA back […]
Ways to treat Eczema without medication
Eczema refers to a skin related disease, which results in immense itching and irritation on the skin. The sufferers of eczema normally rush to the doctor as soon as they see the symptoms, to get effectual treatment. However, these days […]
Help is here for the depressed
Like many, we are saddened by the tragic news of the apparent suicide of Robin Williams, an extraordinarily talented actor and comedian. His untimely death was reportedly linked to his struggles with severe depression over many years. Statistics (worldwide, and […]
