Abdominal Pain: The abdominal pain in adults can extend in the intensity range of mild stomach ache to acute pain that is very intense. The pain is not specific and is caused by the various different conditions. The abdominal cavity consists of several organs and the pain is usually associated with the particular organ like bladder or ovary. Sometimes, the pain is more distributed and non-specific. The abdominal pain starts from the digestive system. The stomach ache can result from appendicitis or food poisoning or diarrheal cramps.

The cause of the pain can be identified by the physician if the location and type of the pain is found. The duration and intensity of the pain has to be thought about at the time of making diagnosis. The features of the abdominal pain or stomach pain are

-          Pain characteristics: The pain in the abdomen might be sharp, stabbing, dull, knife-like, cramp-like, piercing and twisting.

-          Pain duration: The pain in the abdomen can exist for few hours or it can extend for long hours. The abdominal pain will appear sometimes for a while and then its intensity gets lessened for a while.

-          Stimulation of events: The pain usually becomes worse by certain events like it becomes problematic after meals, becomes good after movement of bowel, good after vomiting or bad when people are lying down.

The pain in the abdomen might make the person suffering to remain like that without moving the muscles. The pain will create problem to the person in such a way that he or she becomes restless and try to position oneself in right posture. Abdomen is the area between the chest and pelvis. It can consist of pain at any different organ including stomach.

Stomach ache: The abdominal pain might constitute pain due to stomach. But, stomach ache is the pain caused only in the stomach. The pain in the stomach is called as stomach ache. Stomach is the organ that is situated between the small intestine and esophagus. The protein digestion starts from this organ. The stomach performs mainly three functions like storing of swallowed food, mixing the food with the acids in the stomach and the mixture can be sent into the intestines.

The problem with the stomach ache is generally heartburn and indigestion. The stomach ache can be brought some relief by taking some over-the-counter drugs, altering the life style, stop eating fatty foods and eating food very slowly. The medical attention is needed from peptic ulcers and GERD out of the causes of stomach ache.

The condition is attended to when the person has blood in the bowels, has severe heartburn, undesired weight loss, heartburn not solved by the antacids and diarrhea and vomiting.

Symptoms of Stomach pain

-          Symptoms of heartburn are burning sensation that is experienced below the breast bone. This sensation can also spread to the throat region. The other symptoms of heartburn are persistent cough, sour taste in the mouth, difficulty in swallowing and chest pain. These symptoms will be increased after the person eats or if he or she lies down.

-          Symptoms of peptic ulcer are burning pain in the stomach enhanced when the stomach is empty. The pain is reduced after the person eats something. This burning pain is usually relieved by taking the antacids or by eating a meal.

Causes of stomach pain

-          Acidity

-          Indigestion or heartburn: The heartburn can be caused due to various reasons like foods that stimulate heartburn, asthma, hiatal hernias, pregnancy and diabetes.

-          Menstrual cramps

-          Pain after delivery experienced by some women

-          If the person is hit by someone else at the gut region

-          If the person takes in spoilt food

-          The sore or erosion that might occur on the lining of the stomach or duodenum. The main reasons for the peptic ulcer are Helicobacter pylori. The other reasons might include NSAIDs and alcohol.

-          Infection: Bacterial infection or viral infection generally makes the entered organism to get out of the body. This is done by diarrhea or vomiting. The bacterial infections cause food poisoning, which is responsible for the conditions that give rise to stomach pain due to urinary tract infection, strep throat, pneumonia, toxic shock syndrome and sexually transmitted diseases.

The stomach flu is caused by the viruses. The viruses and bacteria can be spread to others by touching or using the cups or straws or glasses used by the infected people.

-          The belly pain might be due to the constipation. The people who do not include fiber and fluids in their diet might face the problem of constipation.

-          If any of the organs present internally are swollen then it can lead to belly pain.

 Home remedies for Stomach ache

-          The pain is due to the intestinal gas or acidity; the relief can be had by drinking soda water.

-          Another remedy is to drink lemon juice taken in two teaspoons mixed in warm water to bring relief to the stomach ache. This mixture has to be added with rock salt powder taken as one gram and taken three times in a day.

-          The substances mentioned here are taken in small quantities like black pepper, dry ginger, mint leaves that are dried, cumin seeds that are roasted, asafetida, rock salt and garlic. These are grinded and made as a finely grinded powder. The stomach ache is brought relief by taking warm water with one teaspoon or half of a teaspoon of this powder. This water in glass can be had for about two times per day or one more time per day. This water mixture has to be taken after the meals.

-          The carom seeds of one to two grams are added to the warm water and taken to bring relief to the stomach ache. This can be added with rock salt or table salt.

-          The region that is having pain can be given with local treatment to bring relief from the pain.

-          The stomach pain can be relieved by taking in half cup of warm water mixed with one teaspoon full of juice from ginger and castor oil. This mixture can be had for two times in a day.

-          Nearly 20grams of aniseeds are soaked in a cup of water for nearly four hours. This water is filtered and taken. The aniseeds are soaked all through the night and taken later on.

-          Lying down and taking rest are one of the remedies for getting relaxation from the stomach ache. Lying down on one side gives better relief.

-          Breathing easily and relaxation provides lot of relief.

-          If the stomach ache is due to digestive stress or dehydration, then drinking glass of water might bring relief immediately.

-          Another natural remedy for stomach ache is the use of green tea and peppermint tea.

-          Drinking of aerated beverages can help the person to get relief from stomach cramps. These drinks will make the person to burp and make the excess gas to come out and give some relief. This is the best remedy for stomach pain accompanied by vomiting.

-          For stomach pain that is accompanied by diarrhea, it can be a digestive problem and it might be caused due to some infection. At this time the body has to be hydrated and made to take rest. The medications related to the infection have to be taken to avoid the pain in the stomach.

-          The effective remedy for the stomach pain accompanied by Diarrhea is turmeric mixed in some drink or milk can work well. Turmeric has antifungal and antibacterial properties.

-          Eating bananas will bring some relief at this stage. The use of bananas will provide a binding effect in the stomach and will also provide an energy boost.

-          The fruits with the smell might stimulate the vomiting in the individual that has nausea. Some people will be able to tolerate the smell without any problems.

-           The mixture of fennel and peppermint tea can be used for preparing the herbal solution. This herbal solution will aid in solving the stomach cramps.

-          The mucus membranes that are swollen in the stomach can be smoothened by the intake of chamomile tea.

-          Hot tea can be prepared a cupful and is mixed with lemon juice and one teaspoon of whisky.

-          The uterus muscles have to be relaxed and the pain in the stomach can be relieved by taking hot water bath.

-          The stomach can be made smoothened by keeping a heating pad on the stomach.

-          The rice can be baked in the oven and it is kept on the abdomen.

-           The mixture of quarter teaspoon of salt, a pinch of black pepper, basil leaves and three tablespoons of curd can be used for taking it inside which will bring relief to the stomach cramps.

-          The stomach cramps can be reduced by preparing a herbal tea made from red raspberry leaf and comfrey or alfalfa.

-          The toxins and nutrients can be flushed out from the body by drinking lots of water.

-          The menstrual cramps can be removed by taking the mixture of vitamin D, calcium and magnesium.

-          Abdominal pain can be cured by vodka, red wine and cranberry juice.

-          The iron box is made to become hot and a towel is placed on the top of the stomach by folding it. The iron box can be used for ironing the clothes on the stomach.

-          Ginger tea is a potent remedy for stomach ache as the boiling of ginger in water can be done for about 20 minutes. Will bring lot of relief to the stomach.

-          Another home remedy for stomach ache is drinking the mixture consisting of one teaspoon of lime juice and mint juice to few drops of black salt and ginger juice. This mixture will reduce the pain in the stomach.

-          The ginger piece is taken and juice is extracted from it. This juice is applied on the belly bottom and it is massaged very gently for bringing relief from stomach ache.

-          The acidity in the stomach can be eliminated by drinking plain soda. This would bring lot of relief from pain.

-          The lemon juice was taken in two teaspoons and rock salt powder taken as one gram is added to the 50ml of water. This mixture can be had three times per day.

-          About 20 grams of aniseeds are added to the water cup and it is made to keep like that for the whole night. The mixture is filtered and it is taken in to get relief from pain.

-          Two grams of celery leaves are dried and crushed and mixed with rock salt taken as one gram. This mixture is eaten to get relief from pain.

-          Nearly three grams of tamarind leaves that are tender are grinded with water to form a paste. This paste is made into liquid form; rock salt taken as one gram can be included to it. This mixture can be had to bring relief from stomach pain.

-          Nearly two teaspoons of lemon juice and one teaspoon of ginger juice can be mixed up and about one-fourth the teaspoon of sugar can be included to it. This mixture can be had for two times in a day.

-          Pomegranates are very helpful in managing the stomach ache. The pomegranate seeds are garnished with salt and black pepper. These seeds are eaten and chewed properly.

-          A pulp of Aegle marmelos is made and is mixed with the buttermilk glass that is prepared freshly. This pulp added into buttermilk is churned well prior to drinking.

-          The stomach cramps can be effectively treated using a paste prepared from fenugreek seeds mixed in the curd.

-          The water is taken as half a liter and two grams of fennel seeds and black currants are included to it. This mixture is made to soak overnight and the contents are smashed in the presence of water. Sugar is included to it. This concoction is taken every day in the morning to bring relief from chronic stomach ache.

-          Drinking water mixed with a small quantity of baking soda will bring some relief to the stomach cramps.

Angular Cheilitis

This medical condition is a chronic inflammatory state that occurs at the corners of the mouth. Angular Cheilitis is the medical condition that is normally associated with bacterial or fungal infection. The bacterial infection usually caused by staphylococcal infection and fungal is usually caused by candida. The people who are affected by angular Cheilitis are also found to be affected by oral candidiasis. These regions usually are painful and this condition will end up for days to months based on whether the person that is affected desires to get treated.

This condition is otherwise called as angular stomatitis or cheilosis or perleche. This condition will result in cracks or splits that are deep in the skin. The splits will start bleeding when the mouth is opened and ulcers in the shallow regions are seen.

Symptoms of Angular Cheilitis

The signs and symptoms of Angular Cheilitis that occur at the mouth corners are

• Painful cracks or painful fissures
• Reddish regions
• Oozing, blisters, crusting or erosions
• Bleeding
• Ulceration
• Pus drainage
• Tenderness and softness of the tissues

Causes of Angular Cheilitis

This condition is known to affect the people at various different age groups. The people who are at risk of getting this condition are those who retain saliva on the mouth corners and help in the growth of bacteria and fungi, those who had radiation in the head and neck, people who are immuno compromised and those who are suffering from diabetes mellitus.

The people who are at the risk of suffering from this condition are found to have problems associated with vitamin B₁₂ deficiency, iron deficiency, folate deficiency and corners of the mouth drooping due to dentures that do not properly support the facial muscles.

The exact reasons for this condition are not clear many times. But, those who are exposed to sun and winds for longer periods are more susceptible to the dryness of the lips. The lips that are dried will become cracked and result in the formation of angular cheilitis.

• Bacterial, viral and fungal infections
• Nutritional deficiencies like iron and zinc
• Malnutrition
• Dribble of saliva causing eczematous cheilitis which is another form of contact irritant dermatitis
• Upper lip is overhanging leading to deep furrows
• Dry chapped lips

Angular Cheilitis is commonly seen in adults as well as in children. The characteristic features that exist to cause this condition are

• Oral thrush due to antibiotic use, old age, infancy, diabetes and systemic corticosteroid.
• Dentures that are not fitting properly along with gum recession
• Deficiency of riboflavin, coeliac disease and iron deficiency
• The inflammatory bowel disease which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis which are termed as systemic illness
• Atopic dermatitis
• Genetic factors
• Oral retinoid drugs such as acne, psoriasis, acitretin and isotretinoin
• The licking of the lips and the corners will aggravate the condition

Home remedies for Angular Cheilitis

The oil glands that are present on the lips when compared to other parts of the human body are less. So, the lips become dry very easily as they get chapped and cracked. This condition is followed by itching and burning sensation. If the condition has reached a severe stage then the cuts and cracks might bleed. Licking the lips might make it still drier and so it is not suggested to lick the lips.

• Application of petroleum jelly is one of the effective remedies for the treatment of this condition. Constant application of petroleum jelly on the lips several times in a day might make the lips moisturized.
• Virgin coconut oil is also considered as a remedy for the treatment of angular cheilitis. Some drops of virgin coconut oil are applied on the lips for nearly four to five times in a day. This oil will give a healthy appearance for the lips and mouth corners.
• The Aloe Vera gel can be applied on the lips and mouth rims to keep the area moisturized. This area can be kept applied with this gel for a period of 10 to 15 minutes. Then it can be removed using warm water.
• The cucumber slice can be used for rubbing it on the lips for some time. This will reduce the burning sensation and pain on the lips.
• Drinking lots of water of about eight to ten glasses of water in a day will keep the body well hydrated.
• The use of sugar, alcohol and cigarettes are avoided as they will enhance this condition.
• Eating well-balanced diet that comprises of large quantities of iron, vitamins and riboflavin like fruits, iron rich foods and vegetables can help in solving the problem of angular cheilitis.
• The air in the house can be kept moist by keeping a humidifier in the house.
• Application of antifungal cream on the region will help to contain the infection.
• Antifungal diet comprising of yeast, refined sugar, alcohol and dairy products can be taken.
• Diet rich in zinc also is found to be useful for the treatment of angular cheilitis.

Dry Socket

When the teeth are pulled out there will be lot of pain. There will be immense discomfort even after the tooth is picked out. If it is really necessary it has to be tolerated. If the pain is very severe and if it has not gone away even after long time then it might lead to a condition called as alveolar osteitis or dry socket. It was estimated that nearly two to five percent of people are at the risk of developing dry socket after the picking out of tooth. Though this condition is very inconvenient to experience it is very easy to handle it and treat it.

The socket is the term used for the hole present in the bone on which the teeth has been taken out. If the tooth is taken out from the bone a blood clot will be formed in the socket to keep the bone and the nerves underneath safe. This clot will later on after two days will get dissolved. This will make the nerve and bone to become exposed to the air, fluid, food and anything that might enter into the mouth. This might cause severe pain and infection which can end up for five to six days.

Symptoms of Dry Socket

• If the region where the teeth are picked is observed there is probably an opening which is dry.
•  The blood clot may not appear and a bone might be seen at that area.
• The pain in the region will start two days after the tooth were picked out.
• This pain might get enhanced and can extend to the ear region.
• The symptoms of dry socket might involve bad breath and unusual bad taste and smell in the mouth.

Causes of Dry Socket

The people who are at the edge of suffering from dry socket are

• People who smoke
• People who have their wisdom teeth pulled out
• People who have very poor oral hygiene
• People who use birth control tablets
• People who have greater than normal injury at the time of tooth extraction surgery
• People who had dry socket history after the teeth are pulled out
• Rinsing the area, drinking using straw and spitting too often after the tooth is removed might result in dry socket.

Home remedies for Dry Socket

The dry socket has to be shown to the doctor for proper medical attention so that further complications are avoided. But, before going to the doctor there are certain remedies that can be done for the treatment of dry socket.

• Clove oil is considered as one of the remedies for dry socket. The cotton is dipped in water and then in clove oil. Next it is kept on the socket. If the teeth that are present surrounding this socket are also painful then the cotton swab can be kept on those teeth as well. This remedy can be utilized for one time or two times in a day.
• Another home remedy for dry socket is gargling with salt and Luke warm water.
• Using yoghurt in the diet will help you to take in a natural antibiotic.
• Ice pack can be used for reducing the swelling as the dry socket might result in swelling.
• The tea bag is taken which is cooled and pressed against the area where the tooth was removed from. The intense pain in that region will go away. The pain relief is obtained from the tannic acid that is present inside the tea bag.
• Turmeric is added to the cup of Luke warm water which is used for cleaning the mouth with that solution.
• The dry socket is applied with the mixture that comprises of turmeric, mustard oil and dry salt. This mixture is again applied on the dry socket. The pain will be reduced by this mixture and good health of the teeth can be also be maintained.
• Those who have the habit of taking tobacco have to stop taking it for about a week period to help in fastening the relief process.
• The pain in the dry socket can be aggravated by the air and saliva. Hence, to avoid these two elements to reach the socket, gauze can be put on the area when needed.
• The mouth is washed with the solution of peroxide and it should not be swallowed. The pain can be alleviated immediately by doing this procedure.
• Holding cold packs from the outside will reduce swelling and pain. This will give relief to the dry socket.
• The individual has to eat in right manner and take proper rest.
• The pain can be relieved by keeping the body sufficiently hydrated.
• The food and water that are taken in are not sent through that side and cause strain.
• The mouth can be rinsed gently with warm water for many times in a day.
• The teeth are brushed very gently surrounding the dry socket area.

Stuffy Nose

Stuffy nose is also called as “nasal congestion”. This occurs when the body has low oxygen levels. The oxygen levels in the cell are low and this is caused by the chronic over breathing, habitual mouth breathing and upper chest breathing. The superficial reasons for stuffy nose involve viral and bacterial infections and lower body oxygen levels at cellular level. This cellular level of low oxygen due to the viral and bacterial infections is a key element for the stuffy nose. If the infections result in nasal congestion, the people will notice that the mucus color is either yellow or green. This provides evidence that the dead bacteria or the dead virus are present in the mucosal discharge.

Stuffy nose is caused by some allergic reactions occurring in some airborne particles. Here, the hypersensitive state of the immune system has resulted from chronic over breathing. The dairy products might be also important reason for the production of clear mucus. These allergic responses are caused by lactose or casein. Acute sinus infections usually respond to the treatment by antibiotics while chronic sinusitis has to end up with surgery.

Symptoms of stuffy nose

• The nasal congestion or stuffy nose is represented by the blocking of air flow into and away from the nose. The phrase “running nose” means the discharge that comes out of the nose.
• The congestion in the nasal passage commonly results from the inflammation of the linings of nose and sinuses.
• Very rarely the obstruction in the nasal passage can be anatomically appearing.
• Nasal congestion will be worsened when the nasal sprays are used continuously for long time.
• Tumors in the nasal passage or any type of medical conditions that are chronic might result in nasal congestion.

Causes of stuffy nose

• Airborne infections caused by viruses
• Infections are transmitted from hands to nose through contact
• The virus absorbed in the nose will make the release of histamine done by the body. Histamine is known to enhance the flow of blood to the nose. This makes the nasal tissue to swell.
• The swollen membranes in the nasal region consist of blood which releases excessive mucus that blocks the nasal passage.
• The symptoms of cold are relieved by the use of decongestants and antihistamines.
• The infection takes some time to bring relief.
• The nose has weak resistance for the viral infections, which indicates that the nose infections and sinuses will result in cold.
• The nasal mucus will get converted from white to green or yellow. This indicates that the bacterial infections have come into existence.
• Sinus infections that are acute are known to give rise to thick discharge and nasal congestion.
• The pain might occur in cheeks as well as in the upper teeth. The pain might also occur in between the eyes and behind the eyes, in the forehead and above the eyes. This pain occurs based on the involvement of sinuses.
• The pain is not caused by the chronic sinus infections. This infection might lead to nasal or postnasal discharge and nasal blockage.
• Development of polyps is seen in some people due to sinus infections. The spread of the infection can be done to the lower airways, which lead to the chronic cough, asthma or bronchitis.
• Structural abnormalities are one of the reasons for the stuffy nose. This involves the formation of a layer of cartilage and bone, which separates the two sides of the nostrils and nose.
• The structural variations are usually the result of an injury that might have occurred in the childhood. It is found that seven percent of the newborn infants experience the injury at the nasal region during the birth process.
• The injuries in the nasal region are common and they can obstruct the nasal passage. The blockage can be corrected through surgery.
• Increase in size of adenoids can be one reason for the nasal blockage in the children. The adenoids are the tissues that are similar to the tonsils, which are present at the back of the nose and palate. The children who have this problem will have problem in noisy breathing present at the night.
• The children who breathe through the mouth might have deformities in their teeth and face. This problem can be solved by performing surgery to take away the adenoids or tonsils.
• Other causes for the stuffy nose in the category of structural abnormalities include tumors in the nose and foreign substances.
• Children usually have the habit of inserting any small objects into their mouth and nose. So, if there is any foul-smelling discharge is seen coming from the nose then the doctor has to be consulted to get relief.
• The allergic substances like mold, pollen, house dust and animal dander cause the stuffy nose.
• The seasonal causes might vary in these allergens as pollen mostly causes stuffy nose during summer, spring and fall. The house dust more often causes allergy in winter. The stuffy nose is usually caused by molds all through the year.
• The inflammation in the nasal membranes is termed as rhinitis. The nerves that manage the blood vessels are referred by the term “vasomotor”.
• The nasal membranes are supplied with blood vessels which are expanded by the constriction of the membranes. The constriction of nasal membranes is done by the hormones like adrenaline when the person performs exercise. When the air passage is free, the person can breathe properly.
• The air passage will be blocked when the allergic attack happens or when the person is suffering from cold. During cold, blood vessels expand and membranes constrict while the nose is filled with mucus.
• In some infections and allergies, vasomotor rhinitis might be caused due to the expansion of blood vessels. These factors constitute pregnancy, psychological stress, anti-high blood pressure drugs, insufficient functioning of thyroid, exposure to the tobacco smoke and perfumes and long term use of nasal sprays that prevent congestion.
• If the patient lies down on one side then the downward side will get congested. If the stuffiness continues, then the blood vessels will not get constricted and the condition becomes worse.

Home remedies for stuffy nose

There are many home remedies that are available for stuffy nose. These remedies have to be followed by blowing of the nose. It is not safe to sniff the nose inside often during the problem of cold and stuffy nose. The mucus can reach the lungs and cause infection, which might be serious. If the stuffy nose is followed by high fever, painful sinuses and cough, then it is better to consult the doctor as it might be serious condition. If the stuffy nose has just started and has not led to any serious complication then the following remedies are used for getting better relief from it.

• The dietary recommendation for handling the stuffy nose is primarily to avoid eating the dairy products and wheat products. The diet has to be supplemented with zinc, vitamin C and several other nutrient substances.
• The mucus generation can be avoided by sleeping or lying down with head in elevated position.
• The body of the patient has to be properly hydrated and the patient has to carry handkerchief or some tissues to blow the nose hygienically. This helps in allowing the person to recover soon.
• The intake of hot fluids can bring relief from stuffy nose. Various soups can be given like chicken soup, vegetable soup, lentil soup and tomato soup. The patient also can take herbal tea which is hot and also tea that is boiled with spices. The beverage can be simultaneously boiled along with the leaves of basil or honey or ginger or peppercorn.
• Menthol has some healing effect and it can be used for rubbing under the nose. A saline spray can be suggested to function as nasal decongestant.
• The stuffy nose can be treated using the steam. The steam can be made by boiling water and taking it in a big vessel. This can be added with the capsules of eucalyptus oil and the vapors of this oil along with steam have to be inhaled with a covering over the head. The covering will prevent the spread of these vapors to the environment. It will help the person to strongly inhale the vapors deeply to get relief from stuffy nose.
• The stuffy nose is treated using a neti pot. The pot can be filled with warm water and can be poured into the nasal passage. This might loosen the mucus and aid in flow of mucus.
• The presence of humidifier in the room might help the sinuses and nasal passage to get moistened and this might bring relief from congestion and discomfort.
• The eyes can be moistened using saline drops or water, which is found to be decreasing the itching, pain and dryness.
• The cough drops can help in bringing relief as they consist of herbal components. The use of cough drops will moisten the throat and reduces irritation due to the secretion of saliva.
• Cough medicine can be tried to treat stuffy nose.
• The person with stuffy nose has to take lot of rest and also has to take lot of fluids.
• Another home remedy for the stuffy nose is to apply salt and black pepper to the cut lemon slice and slightly make it warm. This cut slice can be licked slowly so that the entire juice in the lemon is sucked in. This remedy can be tried for two to three times in a day.
• Eating garlic cloves simply every day can also restrict the stuffy nose symptoms and decrease the flu and cold. Excess eating of these pods might cause heartburn. More than four cloves are not recommended per day.
• The mustard oil can be poured into the nostril and can be allowed to pass into the nostril. It can be allowed to flow deep inside the nose and pass away from another nostril or sent out from the same nostril after making it to clean the whole passage of the nose. This will make the nasal passage to become clean. This gives some relief from stuffy nose.
• Inhalation of the grape fruit juice flavors through the hot steam can bring relief from the stuffy nose.
• The onions can be smashed and their smell can be inhaled through the nose, which will make the mucus to become loose and slide away from the nose. This can be later blown out.
• Few drops of peppermint can be put inside the cotton cloth and then inhaled. This is found to be effective in treating the blocked nose.
• Taking warm water bath and wearing clean dress as well as cleaning the hands and feet very nicely and frequently can help in recovering from the infection very easily and quickly.
• Horse radish root is also found to be effective against the sinus block. It is known to enhance the circulation to the nasal membranes and also enhances the mucus discharge. Eating the half tablespoon of grated horse radish root is very beneficial for the treatment of stuffy nose. There is also commercially present grated horse radish root, which can be taken in half table spoon. This cannot be taken in empty stomach as it will cause irritation of stomach.
• Eating well-balanced diet is necessary for the improvement of immune system to fight against the infection and help in recovery from the condition.

Hair Loss

The normal growth cycle of hair usually extends to the period of two to three years. One hair will grow approximately to the length of one centimeter every month at this period. If you observe the hair at one time, about 90 percent of hair will grow while ten percent that is present on the scalp will remain in the resting stage. After a period of three to four months, the hair that is resting will fall off and the new hair will start growing in this place. So, hair normally will be shed every day during this cycle. But, some people will have extensive hair loss, which will have impact on men, children and women.

The male pattern baldness or permanent baldness is called as common baldness.  This is otherwise called as androgenetic alopecia. The hair loss in men commonly causes male pattern baldness. This type of hair loss present in men is found to have inherited the characteristic feature. The hair loss that starts at an early age for some people will lead to the excessive baldness. The hair line recedes and the baldness is caused on the head top due to hair loss, which is observed in male pattern baldness.

The hair loss in women might lead to the female pattern baldness. This might lead to thin hair layer all over the scalp. Hair loss is mostly seen in adults but sometimes teenagers also might lose hair due to malnutrition. The adolescent people lose hair if they are not well or if they are not taking food properly. The therapeutic treatments like chemotherapy for cancer also are found to cause hair loss. The hair loss can also occur if the hair style is put in such a way that it pulls the hair very strongly for long duration like braids.

The hair loss will cause stress if the person is very much worried about the beauty and appearance. The hair loss that is generally observed in teenagers is considered as temporary. After the problem was solved, the hair will grow again. The hair is made up of a protein known as keratin. The single hair consists of a shaft of the hair, root of the hair beneath the skin, and the follicle that gives rise to the root of the hair. The hair bulb that is present in the lower end of the follicle will produce the color pigment also called as melanin.

It is estimated that most of the people will lose about 100 hairs every day. The same follicle that grows these hairs will be replaced by new hairs. The hair loss is usual if it happens in this way. But, if the hair loss is more than this then it might be due to some other reason, which has to be identified. If the person who is losing hair does not know the reason for that then he/she has to consult the doctor for knowing the reason. The doctor will try to study the underlying problem and then suggest a therapy for this.

Symptoms of hair loss

• Hair loss can appear as thinning of hair layer on the scalp where the clump of hair will fall off.
• In the case of hair loss that is inherited, the hair that lies surrounding the ears, in the sides and at the back only will remain.
• The hair at the hairline at the front and at the forehead will be lost. The head crown will be devoid of hair.
• Women will lose hair on the scalp and will have thinning of hair layer. Complete baldness is rare in women.
• The condition like trichotillomania will display the hair loss patches while the drugs and stress lead to the hair clumps that get separated from the scalp.
• Alopecia areata results in loss of patches of the hair suddenly in young adults and children.
• The hair loss that might result in the entire body is called as alopecia universalis.
• Extensive hair fall that follows rapid loss of weight, complete baldness, drug treatment, stress, anemia, pregnancy or an illness known as telogen effluvium.

Causes of hair loss

Medical illness: The thyroid disease and diabetes that is uncontrollable that are caused by hormonal changes can show an impact on the production of hair and result in loss of hair. The people suffering from lupus might lose hair. The imbalance of hormones that happens in the polycystic ovarian syndrome can lead to the hair loss among teenagers along with women who are adult.

Drugs: There are certain drugs that are recommended for the teenagers which show hair loss as side effect. These drugs will include medications for acne such as lithium and isotretinoin that are utilized for managing the bipolar disorder. The drugs that are meant for diet, which consist of amphetamines can result in hair loss. The most popular drugs that are known to cause hair loss are chemotherapy drugs for cancer.

Alopecia areata: The hair loss that is observed in scalp as well as in the body can be caused by a skin disease. This skin disease is known to influence about 1.7 percent of the United States population, which includes greater than five million people. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease which involves destruction of hair follicles by the immune system of the same person. In the autoimmune diseases the immune system by mistake will fight with the healthy organs, tissues and cells of the human body.

This skin disease called as Alopecia areata causes a small, round bald patches that are present on the scalp. They become big and in few cases can result in complete loss of hair. The girls and boys can get this and it starts usually in the childhood. The hair grows again in one year and the person might lose hair again.

Trichotillomania: This condition is a psychological disorder where the people will pull the hair away from the scalp resulting in the formation of bald patches. This disorder might damage the hair and lead to baldness. The people with this condition usually expect the help from the health professional prior to the pulling of hair out.

Hair treatment and styling: The hair that is managed chemically like getting the hair bleached, permed, colored, straightened and application of heat to the hair can result in the hair damage, which can make the hair to fall off. The other hair styling called traction alopecia creates tension in the scalp and will lead to the permanent baldness in the scalp as the hair follicles are damaged.

Poor nutrition: The people who do not eat properly will lose hair. Therefore those who are suffering from anorexia and bulimia will start losing the hair. If the growth of the hair does not have sufficient vitamins, minerals and protein, then the hair will be lost. The vegetarian teenagers will have hair loss if they do not eat protein that is available from the non-meat sources.  The athletes will have greater risk for development of iron deficiency anemia and hence will have high risk for hair loss.

The hair growth cycle getting disturbed:  The growth cycle of the person might be interrupted due to some events that majorly occur in their lives. Baby delivery or undergoing surgery or going through an injury or experiencing severe illness or fever can result in loss of heavy hair. As the hair growth will take months’ time to grow, the destruction of hair cannot be identified properly.

Androgenetic alopecia: Another reason for the hair loss is either male or female pattern baldness also called as androgenetic alopecia. This pattern of baldness results due to the factors called genetics and hormone like androgens. The loss of hair might begin in the teenage period and might also take place in those who use steroids such as testosterone which helps in developing the body.

Home remedies for Hair Loss

Rubbing of scalp: After cleaning the hair with water scalp rubbing with fingers is considered as an effective home remedy for the treatment of hair loss. The scalp is rubbed to such an extent that the heat is generated and felt on it. This rubbing will enhance the blood circulation on the scalp and stimulates the sebaceous glands which in turn help in enhancing the healthy growth of hair.

Amla Oil: The pieces of Indian gooseberry are dried and boiled in the coconut oil. This oil is considered as valuable for the hair growth. The fresh juice of Indian gooseberry is mixed with the same quantity of lime juice and utilized in the place of shampoo. This shampoo is known to decrease the hair loss.

Lettuce: The juices of spinach and lettuce are mixed and taken inside about half a liter per day to enhance the hair growth.

Amaranth: The hair is kept soft and healthy when the hair is applied with the juice that is prepared from the fresh leaves of Amaranth.

Alfalfa: The combination of juices made from carrot, alfalfa and lettuce can be taken every day to help in the hair growth extensively. These juices are found to be having the components that are beneficial in the hair growth. The juice of alfalfa can be made only by taking the fresh leaves.

Margosa: The decoction of Margosa leaves should be used for washing the hair to prevent it from falling or if it has stopped to grow further. The black color of the hair is maintained by the application of the leaf decoction. The hair is made to grow long by using the Margosa leaf decoction and it also helps in destroying the lice and in killing other insects that are infesting.

Henna leaves and Mustard oil: The growth of the hair is enhanced by the mixture having mustard oil and henna leaves. The henna leaves are taken in 60 grams and are added to the little oil. This mixture can be boiled, filtered and stored. The head can be massaged using this oil regularly to improve the growth of hair.

Milk from coconut: The loss of hair can be prevented or restricted by massaging the entire scalp using the coconut oil till the root level. The coconut milk is found to be giving nutrition to the hair. It enhances the hair growth. The coconut milk is made by crushing the coconut and straining them nicely.

Pepper-Lime seeds: The patchy baldness is treated using some home remedies. The most significant remedy among them is the grinding of black pepper and lime seeds to form a paste. This particular paste is known to show an irritating action on the bald patches. This paste enhances the circulation of blood in the area that is affected and also triggers the growth of hair. The lime-pepper paste can be used for two times in a day and for the duration of some weeks.

Liquorice paste: The liquorice paste is prepared by adding the herb in milk along with saffron to treat the patchy baldness condition. This paste is suggested to be applied at the regions that are affected during the night time prior to sleeping.

Onions: The area that is affected can be rubbed using onions both during the evening and morning. Later, this area has to be scrubbed with honey.

Pigeon pea: The bald patches are treated effectively by the paste massaged on the concerned areas. The paste can be prepared from the red gram or pigeon pea.

Home-made shampoo: The usage of this shampoo is done by applying the paste for about one hour and then washed off. This paste consists of five tablespoons of curd, two tablespoons of chholia powder and one teaspoon of lemon juice.

Mixture of rosemary oil and almond oil is used for rubbing the scalp with them to prevent hair loss.

The oils that act as stimulants of hair roots, moisturizers of hair root and enhancers of growth of hair are Emu oil, safflower oil, jojoba oil and kalaya oil.

Other remedies: The usage of coconut oil that is refined by massaging it on the scalp along with lime juice and lime water will avoid loss of hair. This mixture also will lengthen the hair.

The juice made from coriander leaves is applied on the head which is considered as beneficial.

The hair can be lengthened by washing the hair with the paste made from fenugreek leaves and black gram in cooked form.

The usage of castor oil as the hair oil will aid in healthy hair growth.

Massaging the hair with aloe vera gel or coconut milk can prevent the hair loss.

The honey mixed with egg yolk can be used for massaging the hair. It can be left like that for about half an hour and then the scalp can be rinsed.

The meals can be had along with one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar mixed in one glass of water. This process can be continued for about two to three weeks.

The honey mixed with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and olive oil and made as a paste. This paste can be applied on the scalp and kept like that for about 15 minutes. Later the hair can be washed.

Diet that is recommended for hair loss

The person who wants to prevent the hair loss or reduce it to greater extent has to take a well-balanced diet that consists of large amounts of nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables and grains. These materials would provide essential nutrients that are necessary for the hair growth. Other foods that are helpful in growth of hair include honey, liver, wheat germ, milk, vegetable oils and yeast.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening are otherwise called as dental bleaching. This procedure is most common one in the area of the cosmetic dentistry. The people having healthy white teeth made use of the teeth whitening for the beauty purpose. The teeth whitening can be done at home by using thin and flexible trays for about two minutes, which will aid on showing shiny white teeth. Whitening of teeth also aids in clearing the yellow teeth and stains on the teeth in just half an hour.

The teeth are essential to be whitened as it enhances the appearance of the person and increases the confidence of the person. White teeth seem to be increasing the comfort while speaking in the social and professional environment. Whitening of teeth need not be done with the help of dentist always. It might be very expensive to go to the dentist to make your teeth whitened. This can also be done by using a teeth whitening product that is home-made.

There are certain dental procedures that are meant for teeth whitening. They are In-house, In-office and Laser teeth whitening system. The natural way of teeth whitening is done using salt, fruits and apple cider vinegar. Mostly all types of tooth pastes will be able to eliminate the stains on the surface of the teeth as they consist of abrasives that are mild. Some tooth pastes that are made especially for whitening of teeth might consist of certain chemical agents that can effectively remove the stains on the teeth.

The whitening products that are professionally used and are used as over-the-counter medication will comprise of hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. The gels that are used for whitening consist of peroxides and are applied on the teeth two times in a day for about two weeks period. Some of the initial results are visible after few days while the final result is visible after four months. There are other whitening products that are available for teeth whitening like whitening rinses, tray based tooth whiteners and In-office whitening.

Symptoms of teeth whitening

• Teeth that are colored as brown, black, yellow and grey stains. This coloration might appear as stripes on the teeth.
• The white strips are present on the teeth due to the high fluorine content in water.
• Proper teeth whitening treatment is done to make the teeth white, free from bacterial plaques and free from bacteria.

Causes of yellow teeth or the need for teeth whitening

• Genetic reason
• Food
• Poor oral hygiene
• Aging
• Coloring agents added into the food
• Tea, coffee, berry fruits, wine
• Tobacco present in the smoking
• Poor dental hygiene
• As age progresses, the upper layer of the enamel will be lost exposing the yellow color of the dentin.
• Some diseases that require chemotherapy or radiation therapy might make the teeth to lose enamel and turn yellowish.
• Extensive contamination of teeth using fluoride.
• Teeth discoloration can be done by tetracycline.
• Accidents at the young age.
• High fever when the teeth are forming.
• Porphyria
• Severe jaundice for infants.
• Cracking in the teeth
• Any injury to the teeth or gums.

Home remedies for yellow teeth or natural teeth whitening methods

• The baking soda and vinegar taken in half of table spoons and a little of table salt are found to be effective in eliminating the stains on the teeth. This mixture will also help in keeping the teeth free from bacteria.
• The teeth whitening powder can be made in the home by using basil leaves and peel of orange that is dried. The basil leaves are dried and powdered. It is mixed with the dried powder of one orange peel. This mixture can be utilized for the cleaning of teeth.
• The stains on the teeth can be eradicated by using the mixture consisting of hydrogen peroxide taken as few drops and half tablespoon of baking soda. This paste can be applied for about two days in a week. This paste might be sometimes causing little discomfort as it causes irritation in the gums. These substances do not cause any harm to the teeth and mouth. It has to be kept on the teeth for about two minutes and washed off. This paste must not be swallowed.
• The natural cleaning agent that can be effectively used is the combination of iodine rich salt and baking soda. One teaspoon of baking soda added with salt can be used as teeth whitening agent. This is considered as an effective home remedy.
• The natural cleansing agents of teeth are walnuts that are crushed and used. Walnuts are also beneficial in keeping the teeth free from bacteria and avoid the yellowing of teeth.
• The strawberries are grinded and made into tiny pieces. A paste is prepared from this, which is used for teeth whitening.
• The orange fruit rind or covering is found to have the features of teeth whitening. The inner side of the orange peel is used for rubbing it on the teeth to remove the yellow stains. The results might be effective within one week.
• Cleaning the teeth using the leaves of salvia can cause teeth whitening. These leaves are utilized in manufacturing many medications that are used for teeth whitening purpose and problem of sweating.
• Teeth have to be brushed regularly and properly. Then the teeth can be wiped with a cloth that has virgin olive oil in it. This activity will give excellent results in whitening the teeth.
• Little bit of baking soda is added to the few drops of lemon juice by which a paste is made. This paste can be applied on the teeth and brushed. This will remove the stains from the teeth.
• The strawberry paste can be added with water, cream tartar taken in one teaspoon and baking soda taken in two tablespoons. This paste can be applied on the teeth and allowed to stay overnight.
• Sodium bicarbonate is taken in a teaspoon and used for rubbing on the teeth. This is allowed to stay on the teeth for about 15 minutes and later the teeth are brushed off.
• The baking soda alone can be used for rubbing on the teeth or peroxide alone can also be applied on the teeth. Though the peroxide causes some burning sensation in the gums, it leads to the teeth becoming white.
• The teeth whitening can also be done by the hard wood ashes. This material is known to consist of potassium hydroxide. This chemical will cause teeth bleaching. The cavities in the teeth and in the spaces in between the teeth are reached by this chemical and clean the areas gently. But, using the wood ashes very roughly and rubbing the teeth with this substance very hardly might scrape off the enamel. Therefore, it cannot be used for longer durations.
• Drinking lots of water will make the skin hydrated and eliminate the plaques present in the teeth.
• The teeth can be kept bacteria free and stain free by eating green vegetables and fibrous vegetables.
• The stains on the teeth should not be removed using the finger nails.
• Brushing the teeth properly both in the morning as well as in the evening is the best remedy for teeth whitening.

Asthma

Asthma is the disease that makes the lung airways to get inflamed and become narrow. The lung airways or air passages are the tubes in which the air passes into and from the lungs. This results in wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing and chest tightness. The bronchial tubes getting swollen repeatedly leading to a chronic condition is called asthma. This swelling of bronchial tubes leads to the contraction of the air passages. This will cause breathing difficulty. The narrowing of bronchial tubes can be reversed by using treatment. The repeated swelling of the bronchial tubes may be extremely sensitive to the stimulants. The air passages will be gradually transformed into a condition where they are highly sensitive to the triggers. This state is called as bronchial hyper reactivity. Everyone will have a range of bronchial hyper reactivity while the people suffering from asthma and allergy are more susceptible to the bronchial hyper reactivity compared to the non-allergic and non-asthmatic people.

In the people who are more sensitive, the bronchial passages are more susceptible for contraction and swelling when they are exposed to tobacco smoke, allergens or exercise. Among the asthmatic people, some people might possess mild BHR without any symptoms. Some others will have severe BHR accompanied by chronic symptoms. Every single person will have his or her own way of responding to the triggers in the environment. So, the people vary in their toleration capacities in getting affected by asthma.

When asthma attacks the person, the cells present in the air passage might secrete more mucus compared to the normal. The secreted mucus might become thick, sticky liquid which might narrow the airway. This process can lead to the asthma symptoms. The symptoms might worsen when the air passages are swollen. It happens sometimes that the symptoms of asthma are mild and will disappear with minimal health care using asthma medication.

Symptoms of Asthma

The asthma attack might get cleared within minutes or it can stay for days. It can become dangerous if the air passage is completely blocked.

• Coughing accompanied by the production of sputum or without production of sputum
• Intercostal retractions while breathing
• The shortness of breath enhanced due to the exercise
• Wheezing that occurs with some gap with symptom free feeling followed by episode of attack
• Wheezing might become worse during the nights and in the early morning
•  Wheezing might remain for some time and then go away
• The drugs that are used for dilating the air passages can make the condition improve by wheezing
• The breathing occurring in the cold air can worsen the wheezing
• The exercise will make the wheezing conditions worse
• The wheezing is increased by heartburn
• Wheezing begins suddenly
• Severe drowsiness or confusion and reduced alertness
• Lips and face becoming blue in color
• Difficulty in breathing
• Rapid pulse
• Extreme anxiety because of shortness of breath
• Sweating
• Temporary cessation of breathing
• Unusual breathing pattern
• Chest pain
• Chest tightness

Some of the complications that can result from asthma attack are

• Reduced ability to participate in other activities and exercise
• Death
• Decreased sleep because of the symptoms worsened during the night time
• Permanent lung functioning is changed
• Persistent cough
• The breathing carried out by ventilator

Causes of Asthma

Asthma is caused by the inflammation that is present in the air ways. This inflammation is seen due to the allergens or stimulants.

The common stimulants of asthma are

• Dust
• Animals
• Weather changes
• Chemicals present in the air and food
• Mold
• Exercise
• Pollen
• Infections of respiratory system like common cold
• Tobacco smoke
• Strong emotions
• NSAIDs and Aspirin induces asthma in some people
• The people having asthma might possess the family history of allergies like allergic rhinitis and eczema.
• Nostril blockage
• Choked lungs
• Swelling in respiratory organs

Home remedies for Asthma

Honey: Honey is the common method of cure for asthma. If honey is inhaled by the asthma patient the air that comes into contact with the honey is also inhaled and the person can breathe easily and deeply. This is considered as a popular home remedy for asthma.

Figs: Figs are looked as very significant material to be used for the treatment of asthma. The fig fruits will give comfort by clearing off the phlegm. The fig fruits have to be cleaned very clearly using warm water and make them soaked all through the night.

Lemon: Lemon is another fruit that is found beneficial in the asthma treatment. The lemon juice diluted in the water eaten along with meals will require efficient results of high quality.

Indian Gooseberry: The Indian gooseberry is considered as precious for asthma. The gooseberry taken as five grams is added with one tablespoon of honey, which is taken as medical tonic for the treatment of this condition. This has to be taken everyday morning.

Bitter Gourd roots: The bitter gourd roots are utilized in folk treatment methods taken for asthma from early days. The root paste taken in one teaspoon mixed with same quantities of honey or juice taken from Tulsi leaf is taken for one time in the night every day for a period of one month. This works as a very good remedy for asthma.

Drumstick leaves:  The soup that is prepared from the drumstick leaves, which is considered as the asthma home remedy can be taken one time per day. The leaves are collected as handful and boiled in 180ml of water for about five minutes. This soup is cooled and a little bit of salt, lime juice and pepper are added to the soup before drinking it.

Ginger: The fresh ginger juice taken as one teaspoon is added to the decoction made from fenugreek leaves and honey. This preparation will function as a good expectorant. The fenugreek decoction can be prepared by adding one table spoon of fenugreek seeds added to the cup of water boiled. This preparation can be taken one time in the morning and one time in the evening.

Garlic: The milk taken as 30ml that is boiled with 10 garlic cloves has to be taken for the treatment of asthma. This solution can be taken once per day. The ginger tea can be steamed in the garlic cloves which can keep the asthma in control. The tea can be taken in the morning as well as in the evening.

Bishop’s weed: This herb can be powdered and taken in half teaspoon and mixed with one glass of buttermilk. This mixture can be taken for twice per day. This medicine is found to be effective in acting as good expectorant by drying the phlegm. The dry fomentation to the chest can be using hot paste made from seeds. This can be performed for two times per day. The steam can be inhaled two times a day that comes from the boiled water mixed with ajwain. This inhalation will be able to dilate the air passages.

Safflower: The dried seeds are powdered and taken in a half teaspoon and mixed with honey. This mixture can be taken one time or two times per day to treat this disorder. The sputum is liquefied and the spasms are reduced. The paste prepared from five grams of flowers added to a tablespoon of honey used for one time per day is beneficial in causing the disorder.

Cinnamon powder: The mixture of a tablespoon of honey and half teaspoon of cinnamon powder is taken to show effectiveness in treating the asthma disease.

The honey water prepared by mixing one table spoon of honey in one glass of hot water and taken before going to bed can bring relief from the asthma symptoms.

Mustard oil: Little quantity of mustard oil is mixed with little bit of camphor and massaged on the chest to bring relief to the asthma. This will allow the person to have relief in breathing properly and make the respiratory passage clear.

Tulsi tea is one of the effective home remedies for bringing relief to the asthma.

The intake of vegetarian diet that does not include the dairy products, meat, eggs and fish can cure asthma. The addition of salt, sugar, coffee, tea and chocolate to the diet was reported to be followed by people who followed vegetarian diet for relieving asthma symptoms. But drinking medicated tea such as herbal tea and coffee in limited quantities can be beneficial in giving relief to the asthma symptoms.

Drinking lots of water per day also is a method to decrease the asthma attack frequency.

Drinking coffee only once when the asthma attack takes place can be a good remedy. But, repeated drinking of coffee can dehydrate the body.

Acupressure: There are research evidences which say that the acupressure has enhanced the vital capacity of the lungs by 20 percent by receiving the acupressure for a period of about twenty minutes. The acupressure was found to be a good remedy for relieving the asthma sufferers. The point called B13 that is situated one finger width beneath the shoulder top is the point that is associated with lungs. The region between the shoulder blade and spine is the point that can be reached by the right hand as well as the left hand in the opposite sides. These points can be pressed for few minutes to bring relief to the lungs attacked by asthma.

Turmeric powder: The turmeric powder is taken in one teaspoon and mixed with six ounces of hot water and taken for thrice a day.

Honey pepper: A quarter cup of onion juice mixed with one-eighth tablespoon of black pepper and a tablespoon of honey can be taken for bringing relief.

Liqorice: Half teaspoon of licorice and ginger are mixed in one cup of water to bring natural asthma cure.

Garlic and Cayenne: The garlic and cayenne supplementation everyday can treat asthma.

Taking vitamin B complex, A, D, pantothenic acid and PABA can help in confronting the asthma condition.

The asthma attacks can be made less severe by the intake of little quantity of lobelia extract.

Stopping the usage of dairy products can help in treating asthma.

When you have asthma attack, it is a relief to raise both of the hands up and take in fresh air. This will help in opening the lungs clearly. It is necessary to take in clean air. The allergies and smoking will worsen the asthma. Taking bath in hot water will melt the mucus in the lungs and will create a way in the bronchial tubes for the air to pass properly.

Breathing cool air will be helpful for asthma. If the warm air is breathed in, then it can make the nose stuffy.

The regular intake of Beta Glucan which lies as an ingredient in the foods like brewer’s yeast and oats will decrease the frequency of asthma attack.

One or two teaspoons of Spiegel seeds mixed in water can be taken two times per day in reducing the asthma attack. This condition is considered as an effective remedy for asthma.

Dry grapes soaked in water for overnight and keeping them later in cold milk for half an hour and then taking them can work as home remedy for asthma. Another remedy can be tried with dry grapes. They can be soaked in water overnight and then eaten in the morning. The water can be added with sugar and taken. This will enhance the lung strengthening and helps in removal of poisonous waste from the body.

The mixture of ginger powder, black pepper and honey taken each of them in one teaspoon can work as effective home remedy for asthma.

Mixture of one teaspoon of honey, one teaspoon of olive oil, garlic cloves and half cup of milk can be taken as an effective remedy for asthma. This mixture has to be taken every day.

The dry pomegranate is peeled and few raisins are boiled along with a part of peel in the glass of milk. This milk can be taken two times per day which is known to give effective results for asthma.

Linseeds are taken about 20 grams and added into the 300ml of water. Boil this water for some time and then filtered. The filtrate can be added with sugar and taken a teaspoon as the medicine for several times per day. The mucus that has become dried inside the chest can be melted and excreted by using this mixture.

Recommended diet for asthma

The diet must comprise of less quantity of acid forming foods like carbohydrates, proteins and fats. The person must take alkali forming foods such as sprouted seeds, fresh fruits, grains and green vegetables. The foods that can give rise to phlegm have to be avoided like curd, sugar, rice and lentils. The person with asthma also must not take fried food, coffee, foods that are difficult to digest, strong tea, sauces, condiments, pickles, alcoholic beverages, processed foods and refined foods.

Another diet that is recommended for asthma patient is using borax Kheel and diluting it. One or two grams of it are mixed with warm water and honey. This can be taken two times or three times per day.

Genital warts

The genital warts are skin growths seen at the genital region and the region surrounding the anus. The genital warts are caused by some type of viruses called as human papilloma virus (HPV). There are about 100 kinds of HPV. Some types of HPV cause warts on various body parts such as the plantar warts seen on the feet and hand. Some viruses cause cancers which are called high risk HPV types. Some viruses can lead to genital warts.

The genital warts are mostly caused by two kinds of HPV known as type 6 and type 11 HPV. The genital warts can appear in the genital area, mouth, vagina, cervix, anus, rectum, penis, vulva and scrotum. The genital warts are spread from one person to another by contacting the skin of the infected. This happens usually during the sexual act. The genital warts are observed as common among the people, as about 5 lakh to one million people get this every year.

Genital warts are small skin projections that are observed to be growing on the male and female genitalia. They also appear surrounding the anal region. These warts might differ in their color ranging from pink color to brown color. This coloration is based on the skin shade. This is observed as common sexually transmitted disease by virus in the United Kingdom.

As per the 2009 statistics, among 91, 257 cases seen in GUM clinics, about 49,000 infections were observed in men and 42,000 were observed in women. The genital warts were recurring in about 70,000 cases.

Symptoms of genital warts

• Genital warts are small
• They are flesh colored spots that are flat or raised
• The genital warts growth is similar to the cauliflower top.
• The genital warts in females are present inside the anus or vagina
• The genital warts in females are present outside vagina or the skin that is present nearer to the anus or vagina in females
• Genital warts are seen on the cervix inside the body of the females
• Genital warts in males are seen on penis, thighs, scrotum, groin area and area around the anus
• Genital warts might appear on the tongue, lips, mouth and throat
• The rare symptoms of genital warts are enhanced vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding during the sex or after sex, enhanced wetness at the genital region nearby the warts and genital itching.
• The genital warts do not appear generally two weeks to four weeks after infection has occurred. Sometimes, it might happen that months will go away for the warts to become visible.
• Genital warts are itchy, bleed sometimes and are not painful.

Causes of genital warts

The genital warts seem to grow very fastly at the time of pregnancy. They also grow when the immune system becomes weak by diabetes, Hodgkin’s disease, chemotherapy, HIV/AIDS and by taking drugs that are taken for not rejecting of the organ transplantation.

The people with number of sexual partners are at greater risk of getting genital warts. The people who do not usually practice safe sex are also at high risk of getting genital warts. In general those who have sex have the chances of getting this problem.

• Human papilloma virus (HPV).
• Low risk type HPVs like type 6 and type 11.
• Some people will carry HPV that are of low risk type and they do not know anything about it. The symptoms are not observed in these cases. In these cases, the risk of genital warts viral transmission is higher. The regular checking of the health can make you know whether the virus is present or not.
• Unprotected sexual intercourse with the carrier can cause genital warts transmission.
• Another transmission method might be via childbirth. When the baby travels through the birth canal, the baby might develop the mouth and throat warts called as laryngeal papillomatosis.
• Genital warts are also caused by fomites which are objects responsible for transmitting viruses. The fomites might include the bath towels, medical instruments and so on.
• The use of oral contraceptives or tablets for birth control can enhance the chances for causing the genital warts
•  The genital warts can be easily contracted by smoking, stress and alcohol consumption.
• People who have undergone surgery and any severe illness like cervical cancer will be infected mostly by the genital warts.

Home remedies for genital warts

• Vitamin E and Garlic: Vitamin E oil can be applied on the skin surface where the infection resides. The garlic cloves can be crushed and placed on the infected area with an adhesive tape fixed on it. This paste can be replaced with a fresh one and this change can be done for two times per day. This process can be repeated for a week. The antimicrobial properties of garlic will allow the infection to subside. The vitamin E oil applied on the skin will keep the surrounding area to the infected region also as healthy. The infection spread is prevented by vitamin E oil.
• The onion slices are rubbed with salt and left like that for overnight. This is later made into juice and applied on the skin over the genital warts. The spreading of genital warts can be prevented by applying this juice on the affected region as the onion has antiseptic properties.
• The juice that is made from the stem of the figs can be used for applying on the genital warts.
• The affected region can be applied with apple cider vinegar using a cotton ball. As it is acidic, it will clean away the skin cells that are dead lying on the surface of the genital warts. The cotton ball that is soaked in apple cider vinegar can be kept on the genital warts and an adhesive tape can be placed on it. This will make the genital wart to disappear and shrink.
• All these home remedies have to be performed for quite some time to get better results as these methods for genital warts removal will take some time for their action to show effect.
• The home remedies also have to be followed after consulting the doctor as some of the remedies may not suit everyone alike.
• While following the home remedies for genital warts it is necessary to carry out several hygienic practices at this time. This will help the person not to contract secondary infections.
• The genital warts should not be rubbed or scraped in any manner which might make the infection to spread. The area of infection has to be cleaned twice per day, morning and evening with antimicrobial soap. All other soaps and perfumed products have to be avoided as the chemicals will start irritating the skin with their use.
• The usage of under wears that are made of synthetic material can start irritating the skin surrounding the warts and this will cause discomfort.
• The foods that are rich in beta carotene and folic acid have to be consumed. Lots of green leafy vegetables have to be taken.
• The genital warts can be treated by using homeopathic medicines prepared using herbal extracts. Wartrol is the herbal extract, which functions on vaginal warts that are present internally as this solution is taken orally. The results can be seen after a couple of weeks.
• Castor oil: This oil is extracted from the plant, which is scientifically called as Ricinus communis. This oil can be applied on the skin of the genital warts for about thrice per day. This oil has to be mixed with peppermint oil or any other sweet smelling oil. This is because the castor oil has an odor that is unpleasant.
• Putting a hot needle on the genital wart will burn the wart. The sewing needle can be placed in the flame for about 10seconds. Then it has to be kept on the genital warts. But this would be painful and hence have to carry out this carefully.
• Application of hydrogen peroxide is also another remedy for getting rid of genital warts.
• The use of dental floss tying around the warts also was able to make the genital warts to dry up and fall off. Looping the dental floss around the genital wart is also effective method.
• Eating fruits and vegetables such as mangoes, radish, spinach, tomato, squash, cabbage and many more. Decreased intake of processed foods and increased intake of fresh fruits will be helpful.

Dry skin

Dry skin is the condition that can cause dry patches and tiny flakes on the skin. The common symptom of dry skin is itching. It might be very difficult to resist the scratching sometimes. If the climate is dry and at the time of winter months the skin becomes dry. The elder people will have dry skin compared to the young people. Dry skin is observed to be commonly present when the person is suffering from atopic dermatitis, asthma, eczema and allergies. The medications rarely would be the reason for causing the dry skin as a side effect of it. Dry skin is observed in people suffering from hypo and hyper thyroidism.  The thickening and darkening of skin can be caused by the repeated cycles of itching and scratching.

The complications that are included for dry skin are eczema, bacterial infections and rashes. The dry skin will cause breaks and cracks on skin. The itching can be smoothened and made easy using drugs like oral antihistamines and corticosteroids. The dry skin can lead to secondary infections that might result from skin cracks or scratches. The oral antibiotics and topical antibiotic medications are used for the treatment of dry skin that is infected secondarily. Using some home remedies like diminishing the frequency of bathing and causing lubrication in the skin with the use of moisturizers can aid in preventing and controlling the dry skin.

Dry skin is characterized by the removal of adequate water from the surface layer of the skin known as epidermis. The elder people are mostly devoid of natural oils in the skin and less amount of lubricants. The regions present in the legs, arms and hands develop more of dry skin. The dry skin is formed by the presence of amount of water vapor that exists in the surrounding atmosphere. The dry skin is also called as xeroderma.

Dry skin is a temporary condition that is mild and extends for some days to some weeks. The dryness of the skin can be a long term problem seen in the skin in some people. The symptoms of itching and tightness in the skin can be caused by the dry skin. The dryness in the skin can be enhanced by the features like weather. The people who have the occupation of working by washing the hands and feet very often might develop dry skin. Dry skin sometimes can be the side effect of certain medications and a medical disorder.

The epidermis comprises of protein and fat. The lipids or fats that are available in skin are known to stop the dehydration of skin. When the fatty oils are eliminated from the skin then it might lose the ability to protect and also lose moisture very easily. The dry skin will be highly susceptible to the breakdown of skin and rashes. This condition is also called as Xerosis. The appearance of the dry skin might cause invisible dryness in the skin as well as powder like appearance of it. If the dry skin is not managed or neglected, then it might cause reddish rashes.

Symptoms of Dry skin

• Itching.
• Rough, dry and red patches on the skin which are itchy.
• The skin regions at the legs, arms, hands, abdomen soles and ankles. The soles and ankles are considered as areas of friction.
• The dry skin if becomes severe can result in fissures and cracks.
• The itching might indicate that the dry skin is very severe and it could get converted to the cycle of “itch-scratch”.
• The scratching of the itchy area in response to the irritating feeling can enhance the itchiness.
• The itch-scratch cycle can be followed when the regulation of scratching is very less or even absent. The regulation is usually done at the time of sleep.
• The skin will become leathery after rubbing and scratching it.
•  Red colored bumps appear on the skin and these raised skin areas will be opened, irritated and infected when the bumps are scratched.

Causes of Dry skin

• There is no one single reason for the dry skin formation. The major reasons or causes of dry skin are external and internal as they are broadly classified as such.
• The external factors that lead to dry skin are commonly occurring underlying reasons like low humidity, cool temperatures at the time of usage of heaters in winter.
• The internal factors of the dry skin are genetics, age, family history, health, and medical diseases of the individuals like allergies, asthma, and atopic dermatitis.
• The people with thyroid diseases are highly susceptible to development of dry skin.
• Some more external causes for dry skin are extensive use of cleaning agents like alcohol and excessive use of hard soaps for washing purpose. The soap acts as an emulsifier that cleans away the skin oils. If the skin is rubbed with soap, the oil is removed more and this results in dry skin.
• The evaporation of water that is added to the skin while taking bath can cause dry skin. The tight skin that results after bathing might indicate the removal of the natural skin oils.
• Use of moisturizer that is not proper, clothing of different type and synthetic fiber and wool usage will tend to enhance the dry skin condition and irritates the skin.
• Dry skin is also caused by some drugs like the medications used for cholesterol, acne, high blood pressure and allergies. Dry skin sometimes might be the cause of some medical conditions that are underlying.
• Aging might cause the formation of dry skin. Disorders like malnutrition, eczema, psoriasis, diabetes and hypothyroidism can result in dry skin.

Home remedies for Dry skin

• Plenty of water has to be taken which helps the body to be kept hydrated. The water content will reduce the dry skin condition to a large extent. The minimum amount of water that has to be taken every day ranges from eight glasses to ten glasses. It can be more than that as well.
• Milk which is made warm has to be mixed with two teaspoons of almond oil. This can be taken prior to going to bed. This remedy is considered as wonderful.
• The baby lotion is considered as the best liquid that can moisturize the skin properly. The moisturizers that are available for the adults are found to be causing the skin to become still drier due to certain other chemicals present in them. So, they have to be avoided from using.
• Honey is observed as the best natural moisturizer. Honey can be applied on the skin all over the body and it can be left like that for a period of about five to 10 minutes and then it can be bathed away.
• The body soaked in milk and warm water will make wonders by moisturizing the skin very much.
• The moisturizing creams that are available in the market do not become equal to the moisturizing effect given by the sesame oil at home. Sesame oil can be rubbed all over the body after taking bath. This will keep the skin dry and healthy.
• The dry skin can be managed to be removed by applying the avocado oil or coconut oil.
• The skin can be applied with the nutritive paste prepared from avocado.
• The mixture of baking soda, vanilla extract, and oatmeal can be added to the tub of warm water which can be used for bathing purpose. Before taking bath it is good to soak your skin in that water for some time and then take bath. This will make the skin to get moistened.
• The oatmeal can be rubbed on the hands few minutes before the hands are washed.
• The hands, lips and feet that consist of dry skin can be removed by applying the petroleum jelly.
• The skin applied with glycerin oil can help in removing the dry skin.
• The air that is conditioned will affect the skin and make it dry. If the person is not able to avoid the situation of being inside the air conditioned room all through the day, then a bucket full of water can be kept adjacent to him to humidify the air.
• It is better to use warm water rather than hot water for bathing purpose on a cold winter day. Hot water makes the skin dry as it removes the natural oils from the skin.
• It is important to choose soaps that do not consist of harmful chemicals. The inappropriate soap might make the skin dry. The use of natural soaps can really bring lot of difference in keeping the skin moist. A soap that has suited one skin may not be suitable for another. It will take some time for everyone to decide about using the soap that can keep one’s skin moist. Natural soap works well for all.
• The detergents should not be handled with the bare hands. The use of gloves on the hands will help in avoiding the skin to become dry. The use of detergents by the hand directly will make the skin to crack.
• If the skin on the face becomes dry and itchy then it is better to apply a natural moisturizer that is mentioned here. The egg yolk is mixed with olive oil and orange juice along with rose water and lime juice. This mixture can be applied on to the face to avoid the skin to get dried.
• The consumption of salmon fish will supply the essential fatty acids to the body, which will allow the skin to reduce its dryness.
• The heels that are dried can be applied with the banana peel inside part, which will make the skin to become moist and not dry.
• The banana pulp that is taken from the ripe banana can be applied on the face along with the face pack. Later, the face can be washed away with warm water.
• The diet has to be included with lots of fruits.
• The smoking has to be stopped which will increase the dry skin.
• The exercise also makes the pores in the skin to open up due to sweating. The sweating will remove any blocks that might be present in the skin pores and makes the natural oils to come out from the pores and make the skin to become hydrated.
• The usage of coriander, turmeric and cumin in the diet can make the skin moist and relief from dryness.
• The dry skin might also result from the inadequate sleep. The human body requires about eight hours of sleep without any interruption every day. If this is given to the body sufficiently then the skin also remains healthy and moist. This will help to some extent.
• It is not good to rub your skin intensely after taking bath. It is better to gently take away the water from the body by passing the towel gently on the skin. This will make some water to still stay on the body to keep it moist.
• Living in the house that is equipped with artificial heaters or coolers for most of time can make the skin to get dried. Therefore, it is essential to keep a humidifier in the house. The humidifier has to be kept clean and free from the growth of bacteria and fungi periodically so that the house is kept hygienic.

Diet that is suggested for dry skin

The changes in the diet can make the skin moist, hydrated and healthy. If there is dry skin for anyone since long time, it is better to consult the doctor. In case you are trying with some skin home remedies to bring some changes in your skin, the efforts can be supplemented by taking some nutritious food in the diet. The nutritious food in the diet includes

Omega-3 fatty acids:  These are available in the foods such as tuna fish, flaxseed, nuts, avocado and salmon.

Zinc: The zinc rich foods include crabs, beans, oysters and beef.

Vitamin C: This vitamin is known to be helpful in the absorption of moisturizers that are applied on the skin. This is available in the fruits like oranges, grapefruit, papaya, kiwis and citrus fruits.

Sulphur: The skin can be kept smooth and moist by taking garlic, eggs and onions in the diet.

To keep the skin devoid of dryness, it is also important for the people to drink more water along with fresh fruit juices, herbal tea and coconut water. The intake of alcohol, hot beverages and sodas will make the people to lose moisture and get dehydrated.