Archive for the ‘Medicine’

  • Ginseng
    Ginseng is any one of eleven distinct species of slow-growing perennial plants with fleshy roots, in the Panax genus, in the family Araliaceae. It grows in the Northern Hemisphere in eastern Asia (mostly northern China, Korea, and eastern Siberia), typically in cooler climates. Ginseng is promoted as an adaptogen (a product that increases the body’s resistance...
    by Mensvita at Oktober 29th, 2009 at 06:10 am
  • 10 Options in Treating Mesothelioma
    Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos. In this disease, malignant cells develop in the mesothelium, a protective lining that covers most of the body’s internal organs. Its most common site is the pleura (outer lining of the lungs and internal chest wall), but it may also occur in the peritoneum (the lining of the...
    by Mensvita at Oktober 5th, 2009 at 12:10 am
  • Restless legs syndrome
    Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that is characterized by an irresistible urge to move one’s body to stop uncomfortable or odd sensations. RLS is a condition in which your legs feel extremely uncomfortable while you’re sitting or lying down. It makes you feel like getting up and moving around. When you do so, the unpleasant feeling of restless...
    by Mensvita at September 27th, 2009 at 11:09 am
  • Vinpocetine
    Vinpocetine (brand names: Cavinton, Intelectol; chemical name: ethyl apovincaminate) is a semisynthetic derivative alkaloid of vincamine, an extract from the periwinkle (plant) Vinca minor. Vinpocetine is reported to have cerebral blood-flow enhancing and neuroprotective effects, and is used as a drug in Eastern Europe for the treatment of cerebrovascular disorders and...
    by Mensvita at September 23rd, 2009 at 12:09 am
  • Prostate Cancer Awareness Week
    You might be surprised to learn that over 80 percent of men know little to nothing about prostate health. A startling statistic considering there are many different kinds of prostate problems a man can experience. Cancer is just one potential prostate health concern, other important issues to watch for include: * Benign prostatic hyperplasia: a noncancerous enlargement...
    by Mensvita at September 17th, 2009 at 02:09 am
  • Glucosamine
    When you exercise on a regular basis it is important to look after your joints to prevent any long term damage occurring. When we talk about joints, we mean mainly your knees, elbows and hips, which have the most wear and tear on a daily basis. Joint wear occurs when cartilage, the compound that reduces friction between the joints becomes worn down and damaged after...
    by Mensvita at September 16th, 2009 at 10:09 am
  • A Virus Cause Prostate Cancer?
    A virus known to cause leukaemia in animals has been linked to human prostate cancer, indicating that the disease could have a viral origin. Xenotropic murine  leukemia virus-related virus or XMRV was found in 27 percent of prostate cancers compared to only 6 percent of health prostate cells, the study showed. If it turns out to be true, then this may lead to the development...
    by Mensvita at September 9th, 2009 at 02:09 am
  • Anti Aging with Resveratrol
    New facts about Resveratrol: - Resveratrol exhibits therapeutic potential for cancer prevention and heart disease prevention. - Resveratrol may aid in the prevention of age-related disorders such as neurodegenerative disease, inflammation, diabetes and heart disease. - Low doses of resveratrol improve cell survival by protecting heart and nerve cells, while high doses...
    by Mensvita at August 16th, 2009 at 06:08 am