Triglycerides are fat cells that are stored in your body and later transferred into energy. Triglycerides, like cholesterol, are vital for human survival. However, it becomes toxic if at too high a level. If you haven’t already, you should get your Cholesterol and Triglycerides checked by taking a simple blood test. Contents Causes of High [...]

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a degenerative of the central nervous system that affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. MS is characterized by the degeneration of the mylein sheaths that protect the nerve fibers. Contents Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis Foods to Avoid Foods That Help to Relieve the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis Supplements That [...]

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue and joints, resulting in chronic inflammation, which can create a lack of mobility. Contents Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis Foods to Avoid Supplements That Can Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis Below are a list of symptoms attributed to Rheumatoid [...]

Psoriasis is a non-contagious, chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the skin. Psoriasis is characterized by thick patches of raised, reddish skin that is covered by what looks like silvery-white scales. Contents Causes of Psoriasis Vitamins to Treat Psoriasis Causes of Psoriasis Although the cause of Psoriasis is not known, breakouts can be triggered by: Stress [...]

Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by an inability to sleep and/or an inability to remain asleep for an extended period of time. People with insomnia typically have problems falling and/or staying asleep, or sleeping soundly. Contents Causes of Insomnia Vitamins That Can Treat Insomnia Causes of Insomnia The following are thought to contribute to [...]

Cholesterol is a fatty substance (lipid) found in the cell membranes of all body tissues. About three-quarters of it is synthesized by the body, with the rest being of dietary origin. Cholesterol is necessary for proper body function, and plays a central role in many biochemical proceses. However, high levels of it poses a threat [...]

High blood pressure (hypertension), occurs when too much pressure is exerted on the artery walls by the blood Contents Causes of High Blood Pressure Vitamins that help High Blood Pressure Causes of High Blood Pressure Although researchers don’t fully understand the cause of high blood pressure, there are certain factors that increase the chances of [...]

Hepatitis C is a blood-borne infectious disease of the liver caused by the Hepatitis C virus. It is the leading cause of liver transplants in the United States. Contents Symptoms of Hepatitis C Causes of Hepatitis C Vitamins that Fight Hepatitis C Symptoms of Hepatitis C (HCV) Within the first six months of infection with [...]

Gout (Metabolic Arthritis) occurs when the body does not produce enough uric acid. Because of this, the uric acid begins to collect, and then crystallize in their blood and tissues. When it crystallizes, it becomes sharp and pokes into joints, causing severe pain and inflammation. Contents Symptoms of Gout Foods that fight Gout Foods to [...]

Eczema is a noncontagious, inflammatory skin condition. Contents Symptoms of an Eczema Vitamins that help Eczema Symptoms of Eczema Eczema characterized by patches of dry,flaking skin that can become cracked and leathery, or blistered and oozing. Severe itching can occur in the affected areas. It usually occurs on the face and scalp, behind the ears, [...]