http://www.articleheaven.com en-us editorial@articleheaven.com Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease in which the myelin sheaths that protect the neurons of the brain and spinal cord are "eaten" away, exposing nerve tissue. This causes the nerves to malfunction, causing the physical symptoms of difficulty walki... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_704135_17.html 01st December 2008 Rheumatoid arthritis defies race, ethnic groups and age. This form of arthritis can affect people of all ages including children and young adults. However, the occurrence of rheumatoid arthritis is more frequently seen in older individuals despite the fac... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_704134_17.html 01st December 2008 Preventing aging skin, contrary to what you may think, is surprisingly easy. All you need to do is to find a good skin care product and use it regularly. While this might sound too simple to be true, it actually works. Although we can’t prevent aging... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_702733_17.html 01st December 2008 Psoriasis is a skin disease wherein the symptoms include rashes in the knees, elbows, the face, and even in the genitals and the scalp. Psoriasis affects a large section of the population (it is more common among Scandinavians and less common among Africa... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_702732_17.html 01st December 2008 Who loves oily skin when it gives you a greasy unattractive look? It is tough when you are already fighting for clean and clear skin. Many people go to extreme lengths, quite unsuccessfully, and make their skin condition worsen. If you know the right ways... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_700409_17.html 01st December 2008 Headaches have occurred to almost everyone at some point. These headaches can range from mild irritations to a debilitating pain crisis that demands immediate treatment. 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This is one of the scales that are used by the doctors to calculate whether you are obese or not. T... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_698349_23.html 30th November 2008 The secret to how to make skin look younger can be found in very high quality skin care products containing powerful compounds that can stimulate the body to produce collagen and other skin proteins at the same levels as when you were younger. This is the... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_698347_17.html 30th November 2008 Hemorrhoids though not very dangerous to human life have caused a concern to modern human beings mostly living in developed cities and towns. It has been a rampant urban disorder mostly caused by undisciplined life style, stress caused by work leading to ... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_697164_17.html 28th November 2008 Heart attacks are the leading killers of both men and women in the United States. Today, fortunately, there are a number of treatments for heart attacks that can both save lives and prevent disabilities. Treatment is most effective when it is started with... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_697162_17.html 28th November 2008 Yoga has been practiced by ancient mystics and philosophers for thousands of years. Most people who hear the word yoga immediately think that this particular activity is simply a way to increase flexibility. In reality however, yoga offers so many more he... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_696097_23.html 27th November 2008 Excessive dry skin is a very common problem for many people and if you are one of them and anxiously looking for dry skin remedies then relax, it is not very much difficult to find them. The lack of proper moisture levels in your skin disturbs your ski... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_694923_17.html 26th November 2008 Bad breath is also known as halitosis. It may be caused due to a variety of reasons. Before looking for halitosis cures, it is advisable to know the root cause of this condition. There are lots of causes for bad breath. It may be temporary or chronic. ... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_694922_17.html 26th November 2008 Diabetes is a condition that occurs when the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin. Some people are born with this condition or has the onset of diabetes at an early age. This is called juvenile diabetes or type 1. Type 1 diabetes usually requires insu... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_694012_17.html 26th November 2008 Cholesterol is a component of lipid rafts, this helps to secure proteins involved in cell signaling. When sleeping at night, our brain synthesizes cholesterol to benefit our mood and increase our memory. 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Blood pressure is the product of the flow of blood times the resistance in the blood vessels. High blood pressure is also called hyperten... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_685978_17.html 12th November 2008 It is not sufficient to depend on exercises only to reduce fat. There is also the need of an efficient diet plan and the effectual combination of the two can only set up a weight loss plan. Well many of us are aware of this. However the question remains t... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_684742_23.html 10th November 2008 Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin which is essential for normal functioning of the body. Unlike most mammals, humans don't have the ability to make their own vitamin C. We must therefore obtain vitamin C through our diet. ... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_684741_17.html 10th November 2008 Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver, which can be caused by viruses, medications, or toxic agents. Hepatitis known as an inflammation of the liver , is a gastroenterological disease. Hepatitis is generally categorized as a viral or non-viral hepatit... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_683737_17.html 10th November 2008 Dehydration occurs when the amount of water leaving the body is greater than the amount being taken in. The body is very dynamic and always changing. This is especially true with water in the body. Dehydration can be defined as "the excessive loss of w... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_683735_17.html 10th November 2008 Sleeping problems or trouble sleeping are a common complaint of people living with arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other rheumatic conditions. The combination of arthritis pain and sleep problems is often a two-way street. Poor quality of sleep and waking pa... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_682675_17.html 05th November 2008 Coughing is an essential action to help clear the airways and throat. 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It is usually a mild, self-limiting disease in healthy children but it can be severe if contracted... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_674603_23.html 27th October 2008 A sore throat is a disease primarily located in the area around the tonsils. It is also known as pharyngitis or tonsillitis. The pharynx is the part of the throat that lies between the mouth and the larynx or voice box. It is associated most commonly with... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_672145_17.html 21st October 2008 Eczema is a general term for any type of dermatitis or "inflammation of the skin". The symptoms of almost all the types of eczema cause itching and redness, and some will blister, weep or peel. The degree of severity varies with each individual from a mil... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_672140_17.html 21st October 2008 Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a very common temporary condition caused by such things as oral dryness, stress, hunger (ketosis), eating certain foods such as garlic and onions, smoking, or poor oral hygiene. Many people have bouts of bad brea... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_663713_17.html 13th October 2008 Constipation will affect most people at some point during their lives and affects between 17% and 20% of healthy individuals at any one time. It affects people of all ages and both genders. Almost anyone can become constipated. However, some people are mo... http://www.articleheaven.com/article_663710_17.html 13th October 2008 Tendons themselves are cords of tough, fibrous connective tissue that attach muscles to bones. Tendinitis is an inflammation of the tendon. 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