Every new parent can understand the agony of their baby falling sick, or experiencing discomfort. In the first year of life, your baby could fall prey to a number of ailments. A bloated or gassy stomach is one such problem that many babies face. Most parents are terrified about their babies falling ill, and the first few months of parenting, can be a trying time. Babies commonly suffer from digestive and intestinal issues. This is because their gastrointestinal systems are still developing, meaning they’re more prone to bloating and gas. Nearly any food is new and alien to a baby’s digestive system. So, bloating, or gas, is not uncommon. Baby gas relief not only makes your baby more comfortable, but also reduces the stress on new parents. There are a lot of options that can be implemented, by the parents themselves, for giving their baby gas relief. However, always consult a pediatrician before you take it on yourself to give your baby gas relief. Symptoms of Gas in Babies Some common symptoms of babies suffering from gas, or bloating, are: Burping Burping is a natural response to excessive gas in the digestive system. It’s normal for babies to burp or belch after meals, but excessive burping may indicate that your baby is taking in too much air while feeding.

Rotator cuff problems have afflicted us at one or the other point of time in our lives. These make basic activities such as brushing, getting dressed, and combing one’s hair difficult. Rotator cuff problems could afflict anyone, but athletes and sports persons are more vulnerable to this disease. Some Other Names Used to Refer to Rotator Cuff Problems Include: Swimmer’s shoulder Tennis shoulder Pitcher’s shoulder Shoulder impingement syndrome Muscles and tendons attached to bones present in the shoulder joint make the rotator cuff. These keep the shoulder stable and also allow a range of motion. The rotator cuff is made of four muscles and their tendons which help the shoulder to function. The humerus is attached to the scapula that sits right under the glenoid cavity. The ball and the socket help the regular function of the shoulder. Rotator Cuff Pain is Likely to Occur When: The arm stays in the same position for elongated periods of time. Like when one works on the computer for a long number of hours. If you then to sleep in a particular position over your shoulder, then you might experience an excruciating pain from the neck and shoulder. There won’t be any relief from the rotator cuff pain.

Snoring is very common, and you will find most people snoring once in a while. It happens when you are unable to breathe freely through your nose or mouth when you are asleep. This makes the tissues in the surrounding area of the nose and mouth vibrate and makes a sound. People who snore too much have a loose or floppy tissue that vibrates, and hence it causes a loud noise. The tongue can also be in the way and add to the snoring. There are many reasons for you to snore. Once you find the reason, you can use stop snoring mouthpieces. Common reasons behind snoring Here are a few reasons that might be the reason behind snoring. Age It is a factor that is known to affect snoring. As you reach middle age and beyond, the throat becomes more narrow, and the muscles in the throat weaken. There is nothing much you can do here except make new bedtime routines and try throat exercises to stop the snoring. Overweight Fatty tissues and weak muscles are also known to contribute to snoring. If you are overweight, your neck and throat tissue can be the reason behind your snoring. Exercise can help solve the problem in this case.

The term diabetes reversal refers to an improvement in the condition of your body’s insulin sensitivity that sustains over a long period. Type II Diabetes 90% of adults have type II diabetes that tends to develop later in life. In type II diabetes, the body fails to produce enough insulin to cope up with the glucose levels in the body. As the body cells don’t react to the insulin, glucose remains in the bloodstream, which cannot be used to fuel energy. Type II diabetes mostly ends up becoming a chronic health condition that cannot be cured once it develops. It can only be supervised and managed by combining medication with a healthy lifestyle. Diabetes and fat Eating and drinking more calories than required by the body leads to excess calories that get stored as fat in the liver and under the skin in the abdomen – visceral fat. This visceral fat is a common factor that puts you at a high risk of developing type II diabetes. The fat build-up in the liver extends over into the pancreas eventually. Over time this fat accumulation becomes a hindrance to the organ’s functioning and prevents the pancreas from releasing insulin after meals.

A hiatal hernia is a condition when a small part of the stomach slides up through a weak spot in the diaphragm. The stomach acid is pushed into the esophagus causing heartburn and other associated issues. A gastroesophageal reflux disease is one of the most common symptoms of a hiatal hernia. Other symptoms include difficulty in swallowing, chest pain, and congestion. Most people don’t show any sign of a hiatal hernia and others who do, experience heartburn. Surgery is not required to treat this condition. Instead, doctors recommend patients to lead a healthy lifestyle by maintaining weight and eating small meals at a time. There are a few foods that must be included in the hiatal hernia diet and a few that should be avoided. The symptoms are sure to subside if you eat healthy food on a daily basis. Foods to include in your hiatal hernia diet Here is a list of foods that you must include in your diet. These foods are sure to help you find relief from the heartburn. Lean meats Lean meats must be preferred over fatty acids if you have a hiatal hernia. Meats that have high-fat content can aggravate the conditions. These include red meats and cold cuts.

The skin with overexposure of the sun and pollution can get dull and its natural glow. This can be due to various reasons such as issues in health and tiredness. Mostly this occurs as the layer of dead skin may get clogs, thereby closing the pores and does not allow your skin to glow. New skin cells that are created in the dermis also require regular shed off to renew the process of generating new cells and keep a healthy skin. Exfoliation is an integral part of a good skincare regime, and it is the ideal method to clean out clogged pores. The process involves the removal of dead skin cells that have clogged the outer layer of the surface of the skin. This exfoliation process includes facials, peels, and microdermabrasion. Some people may experience that they need to exfoliate their faces with a mild exfoliator on an everyday basis. To understand the exfoliation process on the face, one also needs to understand their skin type and skin need. A choice of an exfoliator should be made after considerable research and knowledge of your skin type. Some of the kitchen counter products can help you exfoliate your skin gently. A popular choice amongst many women is a face brush.

What is gout? Gout is a type of arthritis that primarily attacks the joints and other body parts like the ears, wrists, knuckles, knee, ankles, and other small joints. It is often characterized by painful swelling, stiffness, and inflammation of these affected joints. The swelling and stiffness are mainly the results of excess levels of uric acid forming crystals in the joints. The pain is due to the inflammatory response to the crystals formed. The causes of gout may include lack of exercise, high levels of uric acid in the system, genetics, excessive consumption of meat, being overweight, menopause, excessive consumption of alcohol, stress, and excessive protein content in the body. It mainly affects the big toe, causing an increased swelling, inflammation, and redness in the affected area. The deposition of uric acid crystals in the joint causes inflammation and makes the movement of the joint agonizing. The elevated levels of uric acid in the system also causes the depositing of crystals in the kidney, which, in turn, leads to stone formation. Gout attacks An overweight or an obese person is more likely to suffer from frequent gout attacks. A gout attack generally results from years of having high levels of uric acid in your bloodstream.

Swelling can cause pain in any part of the body. Your feet and ankle support your whole body weight as you stand or move around. If your feet and ankles suffer from inflammation and pain, look for possible causes and consult your doctor on how to treat the condition. Causes of swollen feet and ankles There can be many reasons for your feet and ankle to become swollen and painful. A few of them are listed below: Pregnancy Pregnancy puts pressure on the abdominal region and causes various pains and discomfort. One of these can be fluid retention in the legs. It is a normal occurrence. However, if there is excessive inflammation, consult your doctor. It could indicate a condition called Preeclampsia. Preeclampsia could lead to high blood pressure and buildup of protein in the urine. If your ankle swells and you experience headaches and abdominal pain, you need immediate medical attention. Infected wounds If you have injured your feet resulting in open wounds, these could get infected and cause swelling. In addition to this, if you have a chronic condition like diabetes, it can complicate matters further. Diabetes can cause nerve damage which can affect the sensation of pain.

Epilepsy, which is commonly known as seizure disorder can be a serious cause of concern if not treated at an early stage. A chronic problem of the central nervous system, epilepsy is caused when there is a sudden disruption of nerve cells present in the brain. Though epilepsy is known to be the fourth common medical issues experienced by the people in the United States, many people still hesitate to visit a doctor. There are others, who fail to understand the symptoms of a seizure. If you are also among them, who are not quite familiar with the signs of epilepsy seizures, checking the list of common symptoms mentioned below can be helpful. Seizure The name of the disease says it all. Seizures or a sudden stroke f illness is the prime symptom of epilepsy. Seizures are experienced all of a sudden and paralyze the patient for a certain period. Depending on the type of attack, seizures are further classified into two different types, viz. focal seizures and generalized seizures. Focal seizures Also known as a partial seizure, this type of attack is felt in a restricted area of the body. For ease of treatment, focal seizures are further sub-divided into two categories.

More than 1.5 million people report cases of rheumatoid arthritis in America every year, and this condition is three times more common in women than in men. It is one of the most common diseases of the joints which generally occurs in aged people. However, there are simple ways you can recognize the symptoms of this condition before it gets worse. Read on to find out more about them. What is rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease which results due to an adverse reaction of the body’s immune system. The immune system in your body is meant to protect you from dangers and illnesses, but in this case, the immune system mistakes the joints to be a threat and attacks them, resulting in an autoimmune disease. This condition affects a particular tissue which acts as a lining on the inner sides of your joints and causes swelling and pain in them. This tissue (called Synovium) is responsible for generating a fluid which lubricates the joints to keep them functioning smoothly. When the inflammation is left untreated, it causes damage to the cartilage, the tissues that cover the ends of your joints, and also the bone. This leads to loosening of joints making them unstable and painful.