What is MSG, and Why is it Used. Without [tag]monosodium glutamate[/tag] (MSG), the modern food industry wouldn’t be what it is today. Discovered in Japan in 1908 and dubbed unami, or the fifth flavor, it reacts with the sensory cells of the tongue, and is best described as savory or meaty taste. So, when it’s [...]
Genital warts, which are also known as venereal warts, are contracted through sexual contact. They are spread by direct, skin-to-skin contact during sex with an infected person who is carrying HPV. There is no real danger most of the time if you have genital warts; however, the unwanted appearance of having them would occur on [...]
Many over-the-counter products are sold for the treatment of hemorrhoids. These often contain the same drugs that are used for treating anal symptoms such as itching or discomfort. There are few studies showing that they do anything for hemorrhoids. They probably only reduce the symptoms of hemorrhoids. It is possible, however, that their effectiveness relates [...]
Genital warts, also called venereal warts, are caused by HPV virus and affect the top layer of the skin around the genital area. This type of virus is spread only through sexual contact with an infected person. In all cases of suspected or confirmed genital warts, you really should see a doctor. You owe it [...]
After an incubation period of two to seven weeks, the molluscum contagiosum rash begins as tiny papules (small raised bumps), each measuring 3-6 mm (about one-eighth to one-quarter inch). Some may be as large as 3 cm (1.2 inches) across.
The MC rash initially appears as smooth, pearly to flesh-colored, dome-shaped papules. With time, the center [...]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition. In spite of extensive research, our understanding of the causative elements are still embryonic. The symptoms are different in individual sufferers and can vary from time to time which makes it difficult to pinpoint one specific cause.
(1) IBS is considered a dietary problem as symptoms in some [...]
Hydroxatone may be the answer to what ails you. In today’s fragile, hyper-competitive business environment, it is especially difficult for an older worker to look into the mirror and see wisps of grey hair, or dark circles under the eyes; fine lines, wrinkles and crows’ feet do not help one to feel more confident as [...]
A high triglyceride level has been shown to increase the risk of stroke and heart attack by as much as 60% even if the Cholesterol level is normal. Simple changes in the diet may help with high triglyceride levels. This article discusses several ways to use the diet to lower triglycerides.
Triglycerides are naturally occurring fats [...]
Molluscum contagiosum is a relatively common viral infection of the skin that most often affects children. It results in firm bumps (papules) that are painless and usually disappear within a year without treatment. If the papules are scratched or injured, the infection can spread to surrounding skin. Though common in children, molluscum may affect adults [...]
Warts are extremely common, yet strangely amongst the most difficult conditions in dermatology to treat and eradicate. Warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus, HPV, of which almost 200 strains have been identified to date. More strains seem to be discovered year by year.
Warts present themselves as raised flesh-like substances which are brown or [...]