Plantar fasciitisis a painful condition that occurs when the thick band of tissue in the bottom of your foot—called theplantar fascia—becomes inflamed. This condition typically causes sharp pain on your heel at the base of your arch, especially when you put weight on your foot. ljubaphoto / Getty Images Yoga Poses for Plantar Fasciitis Yoga poses that stretch the plantar fascia target the bottom of the foot and your calf muscles....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsExerciseDietOTC MedicationSupplementsTopical OptionsHeat and ColdKnee SupportsMeditationAcupuncture Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Exercise Diet OTC Medication Supplements Topical Options Heat and Cold Knee Supports Meditation Acupuncture At-home treatment for arthritis knee pain can help you to manage common symptoms of pain, swelling, stiffness, and tenderness. They include lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. Weight loss to ease pressure on joints is a common strategy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUses and BenefitsFormsPrecautionsHomemade vs. Store-Bought Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses and Benefits Forms Precautions Homemade vs. Store-Bought Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a culinary herb known for adding aromatic flavoring to manyMediterranean dishes. Beyond the herb’s familiar flavor, oregano oil is packed with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic (pain relieving) properties that make it a powerful herbal remedy. Widely available in capsule and liquid forms, oregano oil may benefit respiratory, gut, and skin health and support the immune system....

Ankylosing spondylitis(AS) is a type of inflammatory arthritis. It is chronic, which means it is a long-term condition. It usually affects the spine, but it may also affect tendons, ligaments, vital organs, peripheral joints, and eyes. Stiffness and pain are the two mostcommon symptoms. 1:54What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis? 1:54 What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis? People withankylosing spondylitishave inflammation in the vertebrae, which are the small bones in the spine. This can lead to scarring and ankylosis, or the formation of new bone....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsVitamin CStinging NettleQuercetinCeylon CinnamonButterburBromelainProbioticsBerberineSpirulinaAlternative Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Vitamin C Stinging Nettle Quercetin Ceylon Cinnamon Butterbur Bromelain Probiotics Berberine Spirulina Alternative Treatments Medical treatments usually consist ofantihistaminesthat ease symptoms of an allergic reaction such as sneezing, itchiness, runny nose, and a scratchy throat. Some people find that herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements effectively reduce this discomfort. Research supporting alternative treatments is limited....

This article discusses 9 natural sleep remedies. It also explains the evidence to support the claims for natural sleep aids and other ways to get a good night’s sleep. 1:17Watch Now: Natural Remedies to Beat Insomnia 1:17 Watch Now: Natural Remedies to Beat Insomnia Understanding Insomnia Melatonin Melatoninis a naturally-occurring hormone. It helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle in the brain. Your body makes it at night when the light is low....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsKneeling StretchStanding StretchSeated StretchLying StretchBanded Calf StretchSeated Toe RaiseBanded FlexionWall Toe RaiseHeel Walk Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Kneeling Stretch Standing Stretch Seated Stretch Lying Stretch Banded Calf Stretch Seated Toe Raise Banded Flexion Wall Toe Raise Heel Walk Foot drop is largely due to theoveruseof the anterior tibial tendon, particularly in sports that require quick starts or stops or regular running or walking up and down hills....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsTypesCalories BurnedGetting StartedWho Should Avoid Them? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Types Calories Burned Getting Started Who Should Avoid Them? Calisthenics are full-body exercises that use your body weight as resistance. Examples of calisthenic exercises are repetitions of squats, bending, kicking, jumping, stretching, twisting, sit-ups, and push-ups.You can use calisthenics as a warm-up or cooldown for another fitness routine or as a standalone workout....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesAppearanceWhen to WorryTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Appearance When to Worry Treatment This article discusses the causes, appearance, and treatment options for those with hematemesis. SDI Productions / Getty Images What Causes Hematemesis? Several health disorders affect the health of the GI tract and can lead to vomiting blood. Causes include: Gastritis Gastritisis inflammation of the stomach lining. It can develop for several reasons, including:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsCausesWhat to DoPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Causes What to Do Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Dental implantshave been growing in popularity as a means of replacing missing teeth. With this method, oral surgeons or periodontists (a dentist who specializes in procedures for gum disease and dental implants) permanently affix natural-looking false teeth customized and color-matched to fit into your smile....

TheDepo-Proverashot may cause side effects, which can include:Irregular menstrual bleedingNo periodsAnxiety and mood changesWeight gainDelayed fertilityAbdominal painHeadacheLocal injection reactionsSide effects typically occur within the first year of using the Depo shot as your body gets used to the medication. More serious side effects, such as bone loss, can also occur with use.Depo-Provera is an injection that is given every 12 weeks. When used correctly, it is as much as 99.7% effective....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Does “Trigger” Mean?TriggersStressful Events and LossHormonal ChangesOther Conditions or IllnessesSeasonal ChangesSubstance UseLack of Quality SleepLifestyle HabitsMedicationsStopping TreatmentPreventionWhen to See a ProviderNext in Depression GuideHow Depression Is Diagnosed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Does “Trigger” Mean? Triggers Stressful Events and Loss Hormonal Changes Other Conditions or Illnesses Seasonal Changes Substance Use Lack of Quality Sleep Lifestyle Habits Medications Stopping Treatment...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsButterHard CheeseYogurtSherbertHeavy CreamKefirSour CreamCottage CheeseLactose-Free Dairy ProductsTips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Butter Hard Cheese Yogurt Sherbert Heavy Cream Kefir Sour Cream Cottage Cheese Lactose-Free Dairy Products Tips Lactoseis a type of sugar found in dairy products, like milk. The digestive enzyme called lactase is responsible for breaking down lactose. People who do not have enough lactase become lactose intolerant. The lactose in dairy passes through them without being digested....