Recent statistics indicate that 16.5 million Americans suffer with eczema, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Eczema is characterized as a type of atopic dermatitis, a series of inflammatory skin conditions that result in swollen patches of dry, scaly, itchy, red skin. While most eczema patients seek out doctor-prescribed or over-the-counter topical barrier creams, moisturizers, and corticosteroid and NSAID ointments to treat their eczema symptoms, many find these leave skin even more dry, irritated, and damaged. In fact, many eczema patients utilize the following gentle yet effective natural home remedies: 1. Coconut oil   The meat of a coconut holds a bounty of juicy, moisturizing benefits, which is why many eczema sufferers apply coconut oil topically to boost skin moisture safely and naturally. In fact, experts from the National Eczema Association recommend the use of coconut oil for topical application for a number of skin conditions, and for it’s natural antibacterial benefits as a preventative method for infection in eczema skin that’s prone to cracking, dryness, and oozing. 2. Apple cider vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a superfood often used to treat a number of skin and digestive ailments. Yet eczema patients note this natural vinegar is particularly beneficial for treating skin disorders such as eczema.

According to research from the American Cancer Society, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is among the most prevalent U.S. cancers, making up roughly 4% of all cancer diagnosis. Lymphoma strikes adults and children alike, however, it’s a very treatable form of cancer that affects the lymphocytes (or white blood cells), which are the body’s immune-fighters. Patients with lymphoma may experience early warning signs, such as sudden weight loss, fever, night sweats, chronic fatigue, shortness of breath, and pain or swelling of the lymph nodes. While lymphoma patients are typically treated with a mixture of radiation therapy and chemotherapy, these treatments may yield several unpleasant side effects (i.e., dry mouth, nausea, fatigue, lowered immunity, etc.). Many cancer patients, therefore, turn to the following natural remedies: 1. Acupuncture Acupuncture is a traditional form of Chinese alternative medicine that utilizes thin needles inserted into specific areas of the body to unblock energy flow, which many alternative practitioners consider the root of disease. Even though it’s widely disputed, many cancer patients undergo acupuncture for cancer symptom reduction (i.e., dry mouth, hot flashes, anxiety, irritability, nausea, etc.) while boosting the immune system. 2. Green tea extract A study conducted by hemotologists at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota found a link between green tea extract and tumor shrinkage.

Fibromyalgia simply put is chronic pain. Constant, widespread pain, that will possibly continue for the rest of the life of someone diagnosed. However, there’s more to it than that. In addition to the pain, people suffering from fibromyalgia often deal with fatigue, sleep issues, problems with memory, mood swings and cognitive function. Genetics, infections, and trauma are likely causes, but doctors aren’t sure exactly why it occurs. There is no cure, but there are many natural ways to manage it, such as: 1. Stress management Stress tends to aggravate fibromyalgia. There are many ways to reduce stress, including journaling, joining a support group, and working on calming hobbies. Some people with fibromyalgia find that cognitive behavioral therapy is really helpful in reducing stress and managing pain. 2. Massage and acupuncture Both of these options improve pain and stiffness as well as possibly reducing stress. Massage is known to treat sore muscles and joints, the most common problem associated with fibromyalgia. Regular massages helped not only with pain, but with the depression and anxiety which often accompanies the illness. 3. Diet People with fibromyalgia want to eat as many anti-inflammatory foods as possible. Lots of fruits and vegetables will help. There are also so many foods to avoid.

Amyloidosis is an uncommon disease that occurs when a type of matter called amyloid protein builds up in your organs. Organs such as the heart, kidneys, digestive tract, and nervous system are commonly affected. Here are the symptoms of amyloidosis, enlarged or swollen tongue, trouble swallowing, diarrhea or constipation, fatigue, and weakness. There are many amyloidosis types, for instance, primary amyloidosis, secondary amyloidosis, familial amyloidosis, localized amyloidosis, and beta-2 microglobulin amyloidosis. The good news is that studies show you can soothe many of the negative side effects of amyloidosis with the following home remedies (used in conjunction with traditional medicine): 1. Get moving Exercising is very beneficial for those who suffer from amyloidosis. If you have amyloid in your heart, then it would be best to do light exercises. Nothing too vigorous. It is important to exercise within limits. Talking to your medical provider can help assure you how much time should be spent exercising. A few exercises you could do would be, yoga, walking, and tai chi. You can help fight pain and fatigue when you exercise daily, but do not push yourself or you will only hurt yourself even more. 2. Special diet If amyloidosis is affecting your heart and kidneys then a low protein and low salt diet are recommended.

The liver is a football-sized organ that sits beneath the diaphragm in the upper right portion of the abdomen. Liver cancer occurs when cancer cells have begun to grow within the liver, which is known as primary liver cancer, or when they have spread to the liver from other parts of the body, known as secondary liver cancer. There are several different types of primary and secondary liver cancers and each can have their own symptoms, risk factors, and treatments.  Liver cancers are relatively similar to each other and can affect the liver in different ways because of the following symptoms, risk factors, and treatments: Symptoms 1. Enlarged and/or itchy liver and/or spleen This can feel like there is a fullness under the ribs on the right and/or left side depending on what feels full and can also become itchy and irritated. 2. Changes in eating habits The most common signs of this symptom are feeling full after eating only a little, a loss of appetite, and nausea or vomiting. 3. Unintentional weight loss It is very common for your weight to fluctuate, but only a little. When weight seems to be lost easily and without any effort, it can be a sign that something is wrong with your liver.   4.

Depression can make life feel unbearable. When you are depressed you have a hard time sleeping, withdrawal from your social life, your appetite changes, and you often suffer mood swings. If depression continues for a long period of time, then your behavior and attitude can begin to change. There are certain factors that contribute to an individual becoming depressed such as environmental, hereditary, and psychological issues. It is important to understand that depression can become a problem for a person of any age. If you are suffering from depression, then it is wise to consider depression counselling online. Cognitive behavioral therapy is not a therapy to take lightly, therefore, it is pertinent to only entrust your mental well-being to a qualified therapist. Benefits of depression counselling online include the following: 1. Immediate attention When you are suffering from depression it is important to get help when you need it. When you seek counseling online there is less of a chance that you will have to set an appointment for a later date. For many people this is the difference between life and death. 2. Counseling regardless of location or time This benefit is extremely important for an individual that is undergoing Cognitive behavioral therapy.

Opioids are prescribed by doctors to treat a number of adverse health conditions including chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, degenerative joint pain, severe back or knee pain, osteoarthritis, and post surgery. However, opioid usage often comes with several uncomfortable side effects including nausea, narcotic addiction, and constipation. Opioid-induced constipation is a little discussed side effect of opioid use, however, left untreated it may lead to more serious conditions such as rectal bleeding, rectal prolapse, perforation, hemorrhoids, severe abdonmial pain, anal fissures, and fecal impact.  If you are prescribed opioids, such as tramadol, hydrocodone, morphine, oxycodone, methadone, codeine, or buprenorphine for a pain condition, constipation can come on quite suddenly with little relief. Talk to your doctor immediately to get one of the following common treatments: 1. Movantik Movantik is an FDA-approved prescription medication prescribed to treat opioid-induced constipation and related symptoms (i.e., hard, dry, or difficulty passing stools, painful bowel movements, and stomach distension or bloating) in adults with moderate to very severe non-cancer related pain (i.e., osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, etc.). This drug works by impeding opioids from attaching to μ-receptors within the bowel. Movantik is typically prescribed in 25-milligram dosages daily (on an empty stomach) either 1 hour prior or 2 hours following a meal, and typically works within a 6 to 12 hour duration.

A common cough is easy to ignore. However, coughing is a natural reflex that occurs, often quite suddenly, to clear the airway of dust, smoke, chemicals, or mucus. As mentioned, mucus is a prime culprit of coughing. While a certain amount of mucus is essential to lubricate the intestines, lungs, and other essential bodily organs, if it builds up, mucus can become thick and sticky, and begin to block airways, impact breathing, and leave you open to severe infections.  Effective treatments for coughs and colds include the following: 1. Cough expectorants Expectorant medications are usually taken orally in tablet or cough syrup mode. These aim to first, loosen thick mucus so it can be expelled from the body, and then secondly, to suppress or calm a stubborn cough reflex. Expectorants come in many brand name formulas, such as Robitussin, and treat wet coughs, dry coughs, and even unproductive coughs (minus mucus). If you plan to treat a cough with a cough formula, like Robitussin, consult your doctor first to ensure you’re using the right cough medication. 2. Antihistamines Antihistamines are drugs often prescribed for a cough when allergies and chronic post-nasal drip are the main symptoms. If you do contract a common cold bug but also suffer from allergies or asthma, seek a cough medicine that contains a decongestant/antihistamine combination.

Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is the persistent or recurrent lack of spontaneous desire to initiate or participate in sexual activity. This condition is marked by sexual distress (i.e., feelings of frustration, low confidence, sadness, grief, etc.). HSDD has subtypes: acquired (developed only after normal sexual function), lifelong (present at the start of sexual function) generalized (not limited to certain situations or partners), and situational (limited to specific circumstances or partners). Approximately 10% of premenopausal women in the United States have HSDD. HSDD must be present for at least 6-months for a formal diagnosis, but luckily there are a few treatment options: 1. Vyleesi (Bremelanotide) Vyleesi bremelanotide is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for premenopausal women with acquired, generalized Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder. Vyleesi comes with an easy to use auto injector that women use to self administer the drug in their stomach area or thigh. Patients can take it at any time of the day at least 45 minutes before sexual activity. It shouldn’t be used to treat menopausal women with HSDD, to improve sexual performance, or for men or youth. Patients with high blood pressure or known heart disease shouldn’t take Vyleesi. The side effects of Vyleesi may include darkening of the skin in certain parts of the body, such as the face, gums, and breast, as well as nausea, nasal congestion, headache, fatigue, and dizziness.

Do you twirl your hair, lost in thought, and hear it crunch? Dry hair leads to damage like breakage and split ends. When your hair gets sapped of moisture, you’ll experience flyaways, frizziness, otherwise an unmanageable mess. If you want is to stop looking like you’ve just rolled out of bed, you have to get those dried-up tresses to cooperate. If you’ve caught yourself daydreaming about dipping your head into a vat of olive oil, you need help. Here’s a few hydrating shampoos that can help repair dry hair: 1. Redken All Soft Mega Shampoo Using plant-sourced ingredients like cactus extract, aloe vera and Sacha Inchi Oil, Redken All Soft Mega Shampoo repairs damaged cuticles while moisturizing. Aloe vera, a well-known sunburn remedy, and cactus extract hydrate and provide protection. Sacha Inchi Oil has gotten lots of buzz lately as a food and beauty ingredient. It has a special property that allows it to be absorbed quickly into cuticles, locking in moisture. A natural emollient, it softens and repairs hair as well. 2. Pureology Hydrate Sheer Shampoo Pureology Hydrate Sheer works in three ways to hydrate, strengthen, and soften hair. First, it’s sulfate-free. Sulfates are detergents that help your shampoo work up a big lather.