Monthly Archives: May 2010

MRSA and the Risk of Super Bugs

MRSA has been making headlines with its resistance to antibiotics and the fear of the public of epidemics like the bird flu. Here is a look at the existence of MRSA, why it is dangerous, and what the future may hold.
MRSA exists because of evolution. Survival of the fittest allows some bugs to advance, while others go extinct. Each step in the evolution train brings a new mutation in the strains of bacteria. This continues constantly, even as it moves from one victim to another.
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Treating PMS Symptoms Naturally

Many diseases and conditions can be treated naturally and PMS is one of them.

The most obvious natural treatment for PMS is exercise. Exercise releases endorphins which trigger good feelings, can reduce fluid retention and the perception of pain as well as to lift your mood.

Calcium supplementation may also reduce the severity of a woman’s PMS symptoms. A study found that women with the greatest intake of calcium from food sources had the least amount of PMS symptoms. 300mg of calcium carbonate taken four times a day can reduce bloating, depression, food cravings, pain and mood swings.
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How to Prevent MRSA Infections ¿ And Feel Better If You Get One

MRSA is a version of staphylococcus aureus bacteria that is resistant to many standard antibiotics. An infection can lead to serious illness, causing the patient to need to be hospitalized, missing valuable time from work, school, or family. Here are some ways that you prevent getting a staph infections and ways to feel better if you do come down with one.
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More Causes of Gum Disease that Might Surprise You

Some causes of gum disease such as not doing proper maintenance of your teeth are obvious but others are less so. Did you know that gum disease is more common in girls than in boys because of hormonal fluctuations? Due to hormonal changes in girls and women over their lifetime, such as the onset of puberty, pregnancy and the changes that accompany menopause, the gums can become more sensitive and therefore more susceptible to the development of problems.
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