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A hiatal hernia is an abnormal protrusion of the stomach up through the diaphragm and into the chest cavity.A hiatal or diaphragmatic hernia is different from abdominal hernias in that it is not visis....

Diabetes can strike a pet at any time, but most commonly occurs in older pets. Characterized by impaired insulin production or utilization in the pancreas, diabetes is an endrocrine disorder in which glucose builds up in the blood in excessive levels.

Maitake, , is a mushroom found growing wild in Japan and in forests in the eastern part of North America, where it grows on dying or already dead hardwood trees. The word means "dancing mushrn....

Ischemia is an insufficient supply of oxygenated blood to an organ, usually due to a blocked artery.Myocardial ischemia is an intermediate condition in coronary artery disease during which the heart g....

Heart disease is the narrowing or blockage of the arteries and vessels that provide oxygen and nutrient-richblood to the heart. It is caused by atherosclerosis, an accumulation of fatty materials on n....

Ayurvedic medicine is a system of healing that originated in ancient India. In Sanskrit, means life or living, and means knowledge, so Ayurveda has been defined as the "knowledge of living&#t....

Atherosclerosis is the build up of plaque on the inside of blood vessels. Atherosclerosis is often called arteriosclerosis, which is a general term for hardening of the arteries.Atherosclerosis, a prr....

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form inside or on the surface of the ovaries, which are the female reproductive organs that lie in the lower abdomen. Ovarian cysts appear and disappear reguls....

Gallstones are solid crystal deposits that form in the gallbladder, a pear-shaped organ that stores bile until it is needed to help digest fatty foods. These crystals can migrate to other parts of thl....

Changing your diet and eating habits can help significantly reduce the frequency and severity of heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux (GERD).

Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of India, can be an excellent form of complementary medicine to manage hypertension, helping to guide you in a healthier lifestyle.

Chills is the common name for a feeling of coldness accompanied by shivering and possibly fever.Chills may occur due to the following reasons:Those suffering from chills should investigate possible cd....

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the most common serious health problems in the United States. Qi Gong may be an effective method for treating hypertension as an alternative to prescription drugs and other allopathic medicine.

Hand Therapy is an effective treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and other repetitive strain injuries of the shoulders, arms, and hands.

Acid reflux, commonly called heartburn or GERD, is a condition in which the liquid contents of the stomach flow upward into the esophagus. A variety of treatments used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), such as acupuncture and herbal medicine, offer effective and natural treatment of acid reflux.

Arthritis is a degenerative disease characterized by inflammation, stiffness and pain of the joints due to the deterioration of cartilage. While fairly common in dogs, arthritis is relatively rare in cats.

Through the use of herbal supplements, diet, and lifestyle changes, Naturopathic Medicine can help to manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), without drugs or surgery.

Colorectal cancer is a malignancy of the colon (bowel) and/or rectum. It is the second most common cause of cancer-related death in the United States, and is diagnosed in more than 130,000 new patieny....

Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in animal tissue and is an important component to the human body. It is manufactured in the liver and carried throughout the body in the bloodstream. Problems cs....

Massage is believed to support healing, boost energy, reduce recovery time after an injury, ease pain, and enhance relaxation, mood, and well-being. When used for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, massage may lead to a significant reduction in pain and symptoms, as well as improved grip strength.