Stream Media

Some dietary changes, herbal treatments, biofeedback, and other natural treatments may help relieve symptoms along with other epilepsy treatments. Epilepsy is traditionally treated with antiseizure medications. Although they can be extremely helpful, these medications may not work for everyone, and as with any medication, can come with a risk of side effects. Some people with epilepsy turn to natural treatments and alternative therapies to help relieve their symptoms or complement their treatments. From herbs and vitamins to biofeedback and acupuncture, there are a number to choose from. Herbal treatments With an increasing market and public interest, herbal treatments have soared in popularity. There seems to be an herb for every ailment. Some of the most commonly used herbs for epilepsy are: burning bush groundsel hydrocotyle lily of the valley mistletoe mugwort peony scullcap tree of heaven valerian According to a 2003 studyTrusted Source, a handful of herbal remedies used in tradit

What is bone cancer? Bone cancer can grow in any of the  200 bones  in your body, although it’s more common in the large bones in your arms or legs. It can affect both adults and children. Bone cancer can be either primary or secondary. Each one is treated differently. Primary bone cancer  is a rare cancer, affecting about 250 Australians a year. It begins in the bones. The cancer cells can grow on the surface of the bone, in its outer layer or in the centre. It gradually destroys the healthy bone and it can spread to other parts of the body. Primary bone cancer is sometimes called osteosarcoma or bone sarcoma. READ MORE  . A healthy balanced diet will help you build healthy bones from an early age and maintain them throughout your life. You need sufficient calcium to keep your bones healthy and vitamin D to help your body absorb calcium. Poor bone health can cause conditions such as rickets and osteoporosis and increase the risk of breaking a bone from a fall later in life. You should

Ruth Frechman, a registered dietitian nutritionist in California, stresses that there’s no single magic food. But evidence suggests that a healthy eating plan along with specific foods, herbs and spices may make a notable difference. On your next grocery run, stock up on these: Garlic. Garlic is a member of the allium family — which also includes onions, leeks and shallots. All contain a compound called diallyl disulfide that may help in some diseases — including arthritis. “This compound may have some effect in limiting cartilage-damaging enzymes,” says rheumatologist Scott Zashin, MD, clinical professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas.  Tart cherries. Hundreds of studies have reported the benefits of cherries and products made from them. Cherries have a successful track record of relieving gout, mainly due to reduced uric acid, though study results on uric acid have been mixed. Cherries, especially in supplements, concentrate or extract, may also redu

1. Grapefruits: These magical fruits are juicy and repair the liver damage that happens after a fatty liver. The Vitamin C and antioxidants present in these fruits help eliminate toxins from the body to improve your liver health, says Dr. Jinal Patel, Dietitian, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Mumbai. 2. Avocado: Shruti Bharadwaj, Senior Clinical Dietician, Narayana Hrudayalaya suggests adding avocados to diet for correcting fatty liver. Rich in HDL (good) cholesterol, avocado is suggested for those suffering from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and it may help lower fat or blood lipid and prevent liver damage. 3. Blueberries: If you have a fatty liver, blueberries are a must-addition to your everyday diet. Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and can help you overcome liver problems, particularly fatty liver disease. 4. Bananas: Bharadwaj also suggests bananas for fatty liver disease patients. They are a storehouse f vitamin B6, C and A and also high in resistant starch, which is go

Cancer is a deadly disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. Types of cancer include cancer of lungs, blood, breast cancer, prostate cancer, stomach cancer, kidney cancer, bone cancer, anal cancer, gallbladder cancer, skin cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, salivary cancer and cervical cancer. An anti-cancer diet is an important strategy you can use to reduce your risk of cancer. Good nourishment is a crucial weapon in the fight against cancer and any illness. Here are few foods that can help you prevent or fight cancer: Garlic And Ginger The list of cancers that garlic can help out with is long. Garlic has certain antibacterial properties, and it can help the body ward off cancer in a number of ways, including killing the cancer cells outrightly. It may also help to repair the damaged done to the DNA, and help to stop cancer cells from multiplying and spreading. These are the several reasons why you have to embrace this stinking rose and add

How to Eat Out Healthy Choosing the restaurant  With endless options and cuisines available, it’s easy to tilt to our temptations and undervalue how important the food we eat is for our bodies. The first step to eating out while supporting your metabolism is to integrate a personalized nutrition plan to familiarize yourself with what foods your body needs to shift from carb burn to fat burn. The second step, when it comes to dining out, is to choose the right restaurant that can cater to those needs (when it’s in your control). One way to support metabolic flexibility is to look for restaurants that offer healthy options. The more you learn which healthy foods are good for your body, the easier your healthy eating habits will become. You can find cheatsheets of food lists, like this one, on the Lumen app. Choose foods that are nutrient-dense and low in added sugars. These include lean proteins, whole grains, and vegetables. Additionally, incorporating healthy fats such as avocado or

Garlic has been part of the kitchens for centuries. This herb has curative and medicinal properties because of its antibacterial and antiseptic nature. The beneficial properties of garlic are because of a compound, Allicin. It is rich in minerals like phosphorus, zinc, potassium, and magnesium. Vitamins C, K, Folate, niacin and thiamine also are found abundantly in garlic. Garlic promotes brain health because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is effective against neurodegenerative disease like Alzheimer's and dementia. FUNCTIONS OF GARLIC IN THE BODY Prevent Heart Blockages. Garlic is also believe to help reduce the stickiness of the platelets in your blood. These platelets are responsible for clothing of blood consuming a healthy dose of garlic can help reduce the excessive clothing of blood. Wards Off Cough and Cold. Raw garlic has the potential to ward off cough and cold infections. ... Good for Cardiac Health. ... Improves Brain Functioning. ... Improves D