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Home Remedy for Acne

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One of the most common skin disorders among young people is Acne scars. It appears mostly between 12-24 age bracket, Acne scars often causes embarrassment to young people. This age bracket is people that are most concerned about their physical attributes. However there is no much to worry since Acne and acne scars are can be treated be treated naturally. Acne is a type of inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands and hair follicles that appears in the face, chest neck, and shoulders. This type of condition may also surface as a result of hormonal disturbances during puberty period. Symptoms of Acne Acne scars appear in various forms as a result of acne Most of the Scars are result of inflamed sebaceous glands or glands connected with hair follicles. Commonly affected areas: Face Forehead Cheeks Chin Temple Chest Back Causes of Acne Commonly known causes: Improper food habits and dieting regimen Chronic constipation Unhygienic liv...

Home Remedy for Alkalemia

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Alkalemia is a condition of excess base or alkali in the body fluids. This is the opposite of excess acid or acidosis, and can be caused by many different conditions. It is also called as a condition reducing hydrogen ion concentration of arterial blood plasma (alkalemia). Generally Alkalemia is said to occur when pH of the blood exceeds 7.45. Two types Respiratory Alkalemia Metabolic Alkalemia Causes of Alkalemia Metabolic Alkalemia develops when the body loses too much acid or gains too much base. When stomach acid is lost during periods of long instance of vomiting. In some cases, metabolic Alkalemia develops in a person who ingested higher base amount from substances like baking soda. This kind of Alkalemia can develop when excessive loss of sodium or potassium that affects the kidneys’ ability to control the blood’s acid and base balance. Respiratory Alkalemia develops when rapid, deep breathing or hyperventilation which causes too much carbon dioxide to be expelled from the blood...

Home Remedies for Hair Loss

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Hair Loss or baldness is a condition wherein there is an absence of hair growth from where it is typically develops, especially on the head. It can be either temporary or permanent. There are several types of hair loss incidence, from the male progressive thinning pattern to the male and female pattern Hair Loss. The average hair growth rate is about 1.2 cm per month. While females between 15-30 years of age experiences faster hair growth. Symptoms of Hair Loss Hair fall, gradual appearance of bald patches and receding hairline are the most apparent symptom of hair loss. Causes of Hair Loss Primary factor for hair loss is malnutrition. Vitamin B6 and folic acid deficiency often leads to total hair loss. It is better to take vitamin supplements to counteract this condition. Other causes to take note of are anxiousness, heredity and sudden distress; prolonged exposure to illnesses such as anemia, common cold, influenza, syphilis and typhoid; and damaged hair roots due to accumulation of ...

Home Remedy for Sleep Apnea

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Sleep Apnea is the resulting sound caused by the vibration of the soft palate (the back part of the root of the mouth). The 2 factors that contribute to this activity are: the muscles that support the opening of the upper airway at the back of the throat relaxed during sleep, and the extra tissues in the palate and uvula (the flesh between the tonsils) vibrates with each breath. For some people the airway closes or narrows that causes noises or Sleep Apnea. Symptoms of  Sleep Apnea While sleeping, there is an occurrence of low to high pitch nasal noise. It may come in regular or irregular pattern and is accompanied by heavy breathing. Causes of Sleep Apnea Sleep Apnea occurs when the tongue and palate muscles relaxes and collapses together. The soft tissues of the tonsils and tongue change the quality of the sound that produces Sleep Apnea. The sleeping position of the patient affects the frequency of Sleep Apnea. Any instance that contributes to blockage of air passages will cause Sle...