Archive | March, 2008

Fire in the Belly – Your Marvellous Digestive System

You might think that a little indigestion is not big deal. But really, the digestive process is like a furnace in your belly that provides the energy for your whole body, and keeps you going. If the fire goes out, everything comes to a standstill. Physicians have known for thousands of years that digestion is [...]

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What Are Your Hives Telling You?

What Are Your Hives Telling You? If you or your child has ever experienced an outbreak of hives, you know how unpleasant it can be. The good news is that hives are rarely life-threatening. The bad news is that they usually indicate that the body is not as healthy as it should be, and needs [...]

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What Kind of Eczema is It?

What Kind of Eczema is It? What is Eczema? Eczema, which is sometimes also called dermatitis, is the name used for a group of conditions that cause skin inflammation. According to the Dermatology Information Service of the University of Heidelberg, eczema affects more than 10% of all adults and is even more common in infants [...]

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