<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
	xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
	xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
	xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"
	xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"
	xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/"
	xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"
	>

<channel>
	<title>Health Giants &#187; General Health</title>
	<atom:link href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/general-health/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
	<link>http://www.healthgiants.com</link>
	<description>All About Health</description>
	<lastBuildDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:19:37 +0000</lastBuildDate>
	<language>en</language>
	<sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod>
	<sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency>
	<generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1</generator>
		<item>
		<title>Breasts are best, but should you get a boob job?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/10/02/breasts-are-best-but-should-you-get-a-boob-job/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/10/02/breasts-are-best-but-should-you-get-a-boob-job/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2011 05:15:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=2111</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In a world dominated by aesthetics, many thousands of women have elected to undergo breast augmentation surgery to improve the way they look and feel. However, Breast enlargement surgery is not necessarily the best option for everyone, so it is important to consider some of the pros and cons of the procedure. Without doubt the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In a world dominated by aesthetics, many thousands of women have elected to undergo breast augmentation surgery to improve the way they look and feel. However, <a href="http://www.thehospitalgroup.org/breast-enlargement.php">Breast enlargement</a> surgery is not necessarily the best option for everyone, so it is important to consider some of the pros and cons of the procedure.</p>
<p>Without doubt the most popular form of cosmetic surgery, breast augmentation can dramatically improve the size of a patient&#8217;s chest. Within a couple of hours, a woman can jump from an A cup to a C cup, depending on her specific requirements. No other type of treatment can produce such dramatic results. It should be noted, however, that not all breast augmentation procedures are carried out simply to increase bra measurements.</p>
<p>Every year, thousands of breast augmentation procedures are undertaken to help women whose natural breasts were of an undesirable shape. Patients with one breast larger than the other, for example, invariably rely upon breast augmentation to redress the balance. Likewise, women whose breasts are pitted or dimpled may wish to opt for breast enhancement surgery in order to ensure a smooth, uniform look. Breast augmentation is also carried out on women who have endured a mastectomy as part of their treatment for breast cancer.<img class="size-full wp-image-2112 aligncenter" title="THGbreastenlargement" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/THGbreastenlargement.jpg" alt="" width="227" height="268" /></p>
<p>With all of this in mind, it should become obvious that breast augmentation surgery is by no means solely the preserve of pop stars, glamour models and adult film stars. The technique is often used to restore a woman&#8217;s self-confidence, pride and physical beauty. Nevertheless, making breasts bigger for no compelling medical or psychological reason is equally common in the industry.</p>
<p>Whether breast augmentation should be viewed favourably or not in a social context, depends on various factors. Ultimately, there is no reason at all why people shouldn&#8217;t feel good about themselves. Unfortunately, small or misshapen breasts can cause considerable emotional and psychological anguish for women. Coping with this distress has become ever more difficult in a society obsessed by looks. Correcting an apparent physical flaw should not be discouraged out of hand. Indeed, breast augmentation surgery can prove uplifting in more ways than one. Not only do women generally look better after breast enhancement surgery, but they also tend to feel better.</p>
<p>As with any type of surgery, breast augmentation is not entirely without risk. Infection occurs in a very small proportion of patients and, even less frequently, leakage and capsular contraction may occur. However, the vast majority of breast enlargement patients suffer no ill effects of the operation. Nevertheless, it is important for prospective patients to understand the risks, although marginal, associated with surgery before going under the knife. Details of this nature are best discussed with the consulting physician.</p>
<p>One possible negative aspect to breast enlargement surgery is that some patients undergo the procedure for entirely the wrong reasons. Although it may be the case that breast enlargement could further an individual&#8217;s love life or career progression, surgery should only ever be considered if it is absolutely desired by the patient. No third party should ever influence the decision.</p>
<p>Modern surgical techniques have developed to ensure that breast augmentation surgery is a relatively straightforward operation. Results are usually excellent, but patients should be aware that scar tissue is unlikely to fade for at least several months. Recovery times also vary between patients, so this should be borne in mind when scheduling an operation.</p>
<p>In summary, breast enlargement surgery can produce positive results for patients whose confidence and self-esteem have been affected by small or misshapen breasts, or simply those who want a larger chest on purely aesthetic grounds. There is nothing at all wrong with electing to undergo breast augmentation surgery – but only if it is the express choice of the patient.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/10/02/breasts-are-best-but-should-you-get-a-boob-job/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>How to claim for Personal Injury?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/28/how-to-claim-for-personal-injury/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/28/how-to-claim-for-personal-injury/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:52:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=1855</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Mostly the people hesitate to claim for personal injury as they don’t know about its complete process and think that it only the waste of time. It is a not a good practice, you must fight for your right and this process is really simple. You don’t need to pay a single penny for this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mostly the people hesitate to claim for personal injury as they don’t know about its complete process and think that it only the waste of time. It is a not a good practice, you must fight for your right and this process is really simple. You don’t need to pay a single penny for this purpose as the responsible person will bear the expenses and cost of such claim incase he proves guilty. Normally it has been observed that 98 percents claims are concluded within 6-9 months and only 2 percents resolved in the court. The reason is that both parties are not willing to go into the court as this may involve high cost and therefore they try to fix the issue outside the court.<span id="more-1855"></span></p>
<p><strong> Here is a simple process of making claim for the personal injury in </strong><strong>UK</strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>At the      start of case, you need to send a” letter of claim” to the responsible      party.  The insurer of responsible      party will deal with this letter. This claim will be categorized under      &#8220;Personal Injury Protocol&#8221; in England      and Wales;      the rules for both solicitor and insurer will be provided by this      procedure.</li>
<li>Under      this rules of this protocol, three months will be given to insurer from      the date of letter of claim for admitting or denying the liability. If he      denies the liability then he has to supply the evidence for the support of      arguments.</li>
<li>You      need to prove your injury and this will be made possible through the      medical examination.  Your physical      examination will be administered by a doctor; as a rule you go to a doctor      on which insurer has full trust. The doctor will provide the report of      your injuries to the insurer.</li>
<li>After      receiving this report, insurer decide on the compensation that he will pay      to you.  There is possibility that      the compensation expected by your solicitor will not match with the figure      that is offered by insurer; usually compensation is settled with the      mutual agreement of both parties. In this way, your <a href="http://www.claimshelpline.com/">injury claims UK</a> will reach to the settlement stage and you will get the compensation      for  the injury.</li>
</ul>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/28/how-to-claim-for-personal-injury/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Stem Cells: Why They Are Important</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/23/stem-cells-why-they-are-important/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/23/stem-cells-why-they-are-important/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 06:29:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=1842</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Stem cells are part of a new age way to re-create new cells that are designated to a specific cell strain in the body. Since there are over 200 different cells in the body, the variations that come from stem cells can be numerous. Stem cells stamp themselves through mitotic division. These are multi-cellular organisms [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stem cells are part of a new age way to re-create new cells that are designated to a specific cell strain in the body. Since there are over 200 different cells in the body, the variations that come from stem cells can be numerous. Stem cells stamp themselves through mitotic division. These are multi-cellular organisms that can be found from different sources in a persons body and can be made to help renew areas where help is needed. They are considered &#8220;blank when found in different areas of the body and can be formed into replacing dead cells that live in the body.<span id="more-1842"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-1843 aligncenter" title="Stem Cells" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Stem-Cells.jpg" alt="" width="320" height="320" /></p>
<p>Stem cells can be found in many different places, the most common being bone marrow which can be extracted from the bone and a newborns umbilical chord blood. A new process of stem cell research has shown that liposuction procedures like liposuction chin, arm, breast, tummy and also <a href="http://www.liposuctioncost.com/thigh-liposuction">thigh lipo</a>, is also a new way in which fat cells can be regenerated through stem cells. It can be done on all types of body forms and is a good alternative to other controversial means of extracting stem cells. Stem cells are also being found in the brain (although not very active), baby teeth and amniotic fluid.</p>
<p>Today, liposuction prices tend to be reasonable considering its scientific benefits and can be looked at closer on sites such as liposuctioncost.com. Since these liposuction prices can vary, it is important to research them if you are need of having the procedure done. The website gives variables and important information for any interested party.</p>
<p>Stem cells can be extracted by means of bone marrow extraction, peripheral blood apheresis and chord blood harvesting. Although all of these methods have great end results, extraction through already extracted liposuction fat proves to be the easiest way to renew cells through the body. It is also cost effective because the fat areas in the body are already extracted and are ready for regeneration. This is important for those who store chord blood, because the same can be done with liposuction fat. Instead of having a specific procedure done for stem cell growth only, fat tissue will have already been extracted and can be used at a later time if needed.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/23/stem-cells-why-they-are-important/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Liposuction: What is It?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/23/liposuction-what-is-it/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/23/liposuction-what-is-it/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 06:29:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=1845</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Liposuction is a procedure that has been around for quite some time and has gotten more advanced over time. This procedure involves removing excess fat from the body. Today, there are many different types of liposuction available. Some of those procedures include: thigh lipo, smart liposuction, facial liposuction, laser liposuction, tummy liposuction, and tumescent liposuction. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Liposuction is a procedure that has been around for quite some time and has gotten more advanced over time. This procedure involves removing excess fat from the body. Today, there are many different types of liposuction available. Some of those procedures include: thigh lipo, smart liposuction, facial liposuction, laser liposuction, tummy liposuction, and tumescent liposuction. The lipo cost depends greatly on the type of procedure being done, the surgeon, and the state that the surgery is being performed in.<span id="more-1845"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-1846 aligncenter" title="liposuction" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/liposuction.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="251" /></p>
<p>One of the most popular liposuction procedure among women is the thigh lipo since there is a high tendency where fat accumulates on this body area. This is a procedure where excess fat and skin from the thighs are being removed. <a href="http://www.liposuctioncost.com/smart-liposuction">Smart liposuction</a> is a procedure that is less invasive than traditional liposuction. Most patients can return to their daily activities within 24 hours. It is ideal for people who are already have healthy body weights and just want to lose an extra five to ten pounds. Facial liposuction is a procedure removes fat and skin from the face and helps give the patient sculpted cheeks, chin and jaw line. This surgery is ideal for people who suffer from double chins, chubby cheeks, and lumpy necks.</p>
<p>Laser liposuction is a procedure that uses laser technology to remove fat cells. People that are considered good candidates for this procedure are people who are healthy and within 20 pounds of their ideal body weight. Tummy liposuction is a procedure that removes excess fat from the stomach area. This surgery is ideal for people who suffer from love handles and potbellies. Tumescent liposuction involves making one or more small incisions to remove fat. It is much less invasive than traditional liposuction and the recovery time is much shorter.</p>
<p>Although today’s liposuction procedures require less cutting, there are still risks associated with them. Some of those risks include: infection, bruising, and swelling. It is always best to use diet and exercise to lose weight before opting to have any type of liposuction. However, if one is unsuccessful in losing weight doing those things, lipo should be the last resort. One should do his or her homework before choosing a plastic surgeon. Some of the key things to look for include: experience of the surgeon, whether or not he or she is board certified, and the lipo cost.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2011/02/23/liposuction-what-is-it/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>How Asthma can be cured by Homeopathic asthma treatment?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/08/25/how-asthma-can-be-cured-by-homeopathic-asthma-treatment/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/08/25/how-asthma-can-be-cured-by-homeopathic-asthma-treatment/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:11:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=1267</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Homeopathy can be successfully used as an alternative treatment for asthma. The main purpose of homeopathic asthma treatment is to build a body’s self defense system. This can reduce any allergic side effects or reactions in a body causing asthma type allergies. Many homeopathic asthma treatment medications are used based on patient’s symptoms. Commonly used [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Homeopathy can be successfully used as an alternative treatment for asthma. The main purpose of <a href="http://www.asthmafreelife.com">homeopathic asthma treatment</a> is to build a body’s self defense system. This can reduce any allergic side effects or reactions in a body causing asthma type allergies.<span id="more-1267"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-1268 aligncenter" title="Homeopathic asthma treatment" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Homeopathic-asthma-treatment.jpg" alt="" width="374" height="229" /></p>
<p>Many homeopathic asthma treatment medications are used based on patient’s symptoms. Commonly used medicines include arsenic, spongia and ipecac. Sometimes <a href="http://www.respirated.com/">respirators</a> can also be used as an additional asthma treatment and prevention. Homeopathic doses should be given in drops or in minute amounts. This treatment is best suited for chronic illness.</p>
<p>Homeopathy makes use of body’s own healing potential. As far as many side effects regarding conventional treatment of asthma are concerned there are no side effects of homeopathic medication.Other medicines include arsenicum album, carbo vegetabilis, chamomile,natrum sulfiricum, pulsatilla and nux vomica.These medinces are involved in asthma treatment as well as improving the general health of a patient.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/08/25/how-asthma-can-be-cured-by-homeopathic-asthma-treatment/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Cieaura Company launches its heath products</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/05/15/cieaura-company-launches-its-heath-products/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/05/15/cieaura-company-launches-its-heath-products/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2010 05:46:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=1097</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Today everyone is feeling pressure and stress just because of daily business tasks and activities that demand full attention that’s why it become very difficult for the people to look after themselves. In this situation there must be a handy solution with the help of which everyone can maintain one’s health. Cieaura is a company [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Today everyone is feeling  pressure and stress just because of daily business tasks and activities that demand  full attention that’s why it become very difficult for the people to look  after themselves. In this situation there must be a handy solution with the help of which everyone can maintain one’s health. Cieaura is a company that has been introducing a number of products for improving the heath and fitness of  people in an effective manner. In order to perk up the health of people, this  fabulous company introduces some holographic chips. The basic purpose of such  kind of chips or health products is to intensify the wellness of every user. The  experts of company have made a complete research on different health products;  after that they have revealed 3000 year old secrets on the base of which the  perfect heath product line for cieaura is developed.<span id="more-1097"></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-1102 aligncenter" title="healthgiants-Cieaura" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/healthgiants-Cieaura.gif" alt="healthgiants-Cieaura" width="403" height="202" /></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Actually holographic chips are non-hazardous and non-toxic health products that are made by experts and specialists. In the basic ingredients of these chips the expert are not  using any chemical so that no problem is facing by the customers after its  usage. The foundation of holographic chips is based on number homeopathic  treatments. Everyone knows that homeopathic treatments are showing not after or side effects ;in the same manner holographic chips of <a href="http://www.lasplash.com/publish/cat_index_Beauty_and_Body/CieAura_Transparent_Holographic_Chips_Review_-.php">CieAura</a> is free of any  kind of adverse affects.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Georgia;"><span> </span>The best feature of cieaura product line is that the user enjoys a sound and peaceful sleep free of any tension and stress and only due to this characteristic a number of people are going to buy these wealth product  items. Another thing which is quite considerable is that Cieaura Company is  offering its marvelous effects products at a very affordable rate. The people who  really want to get some moments of relaxation and calmness in their daily  routine life must try<span> </span>these astonishing health products.</span></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/05/15/cieaura-company-launches-its-heath-products/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Phentramin-d</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/12/phentramin-d/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/12/phentramin-d/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:26:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Weight Loss]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=1016</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Phentramin-d is a non-herbal product. It is actually a chemical compound developed scientifically, which works just like Adipex and Phentermine to overcome obesity problems. Phentramin-d is a unique formulation for weight control. However, unlike Phentermine, you can buy Phentramin-d online without any prescription. It delivers best results as compared to other prescribed medicines. Phentramin-d comprises [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phentramin-d is a non-herbal product. It is actually a chemical compound developed scientifically, which works just like Adipex and Phentermine to overcome obesity problems.</p>
<p>Phentramin-d is a unique formulation for weight control. However, unlike Phentermine, you can buy Phentramin-d online without any prescription. It delivers best results as compared to other prescribed medicines.<span id="more-1016"></span></p>
<p align="center"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1017" title="phentramin-d" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/phentramin-d.jpg" alt="phentramin-d" width="135" height="250" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.phenforum.com/phentramin-d-side-effects/">Phentramin-d</a> comprises purely graded pharmaceutical ingredients, which makes it a fastest and effective pill for weight loss. Phentramin-d naturally burns the fat accumulated in your body, as it includes 1, 3-Dimethypentylamine hydrochloride and 1, 3, 7 Trimethylxanthine that naturally increases the body’s fat-burning activity.</p>
<p>Phentramin-d works on increasing the energy level, stimulating metabolism for speedy weight loss and suppressing your appetite. By suppressing appetite, it actually helps you from food cravings. This formulation burns the body fat continuously and there is increase in the body’s metabolism too.</p>
<p>Phentramin-d puts an end to mood swings, as it controls the level of blood sugar in your body. <a href="http://www.dietpillrating.com/buy-phentramin-d/">Buy Phentramin-d online</a> for which there is no need of doctor’s consultation. It is an effective and safe weight loss formula. After consuming Phentramin-d tablets, your body starts burn fat for the next 24 hours.</p>
<p>With Phentramin-d tablets, you may easily achieve your desired weight loss goal. Phentramin-d has no side effects on your body, which is not the case with Phentermine. It helps you lose about 5 to 10 pounds within a span of just one week. What more, it allows you to exercise regularly for accelerating your weight loss regime.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/12/phentramin-d/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Causes and Symptoms of Lymphoma</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/10/causes-and-symptoms-of-lymphoma/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/10/causes-and-symptoms-of-lymphoma/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Apr 2010 10:52:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diseases]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=905</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The causes of lymphoma are unknown. One of the major causes of lymphoma includes mutations in certain genes which are called oncogenes.This causes normal cells to start divide abnormally. Such causes of lymphoma increases a person’s risk to get lymphoma. The causes of lymphoma affect developing symptoms of lymphoma as well. Causes of lymphoma are: [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>causes of lymphoma</strong> are unknown. One of the major <strong>causes of lymphoma</strong> includes <strong>mutations</strong> in certain genes which are called oncogenes.This causes normal cells to start divide abnormally. Such <strong>causes of lymphoma</strong> increases a person’s risk to get <strong>lymphoma</strong>. The <strong>causes of lymphoma</strong> affect developing <strong>symptoms of lymphoma</strong> as well.<span id="more-905"></span><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-906" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/lymphoma-symptoms.jpg" alt="lymphoma symptoms" width="400" height="320" /></p>
<p><strong>Causes of lymphoma</strong> are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Exposure      to chemicals like pesticides, herbicides and nitrate contaminated water</li>
<li>Intake      of drugs that suppress the immune system of a person</li>
<li>Having      an autoimmune disease like gastric or <a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/2009/11/28/what-is-peptic-ulcer/"><strong>peptic      ulcer</strong></a></li>
<li>Having      a weak immune system</li>
<li>Having      certain viruses that increases the risk of getting <strong>lymphoma</strong></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Symptoms of Lymphoma</strong></p>
<p>The first <strong>sign of lymphoma</strong> is a painless lump or any swollen gland in the abdomen, arm, and underarm or in the groin area. Swollen <strong>lymph nodes</strong> usually appear to be tender and painful to some extent.However, in case of <strong>non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma</strong> the <strong>lymph nodes</strong> swell without any evident pain. <strong>Lymph nodes</strong> in the neck swell as a result of sinus infection or in case of <strong>flu symptoms</strong>. It would be a matter of concern if the swelling persists for a longer period of time. Other <strong>symptoms of lymphoma</strong> include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Red      patches on the skin</li>
<li>Vomiting,      nausea or abdominal pain</li>
<li>Breathlessness      and coughing</li>
<li>Unusual      tiredness</li>
<li>Itchy      skin without a rash</li>
<li>Fever      &gt; 100 degrees</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/weight-loss/"><strong>Weight loss</strong></a></li>
<li>Night      sweats</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/2009/11/17/stress-chest-pains-in-woman/"><strong>Chest pain</strong></a></li>
</ul>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/10/causes-and-symptoms-of-lymphoma/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Pneumonia</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/11/causes-symptoms-and-treatment-of-pneumonia/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/11/causes-symptoms-and-treatment-of-pneumonia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:05:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=617</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an inflammation of lungs. There are 50 lung inflammatory diseases. Pneumonia is caused by pneumonic inflammation of the lungs which is caused due to collection of blood cells and cellular wastes within the air sacs in the lungs. Causes of pneumonia Pneumonia is basically caused by infections and the culprits [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>What is pneumonia?</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Pneumonia</strong> is an inflammation of lungs. There are 50 lung inflammatory diseases. Pneumonia is caused by pneumonic inflammation of the lungs which is caused due to collection of blood cells and cellular wastes within the air sacs in the lungs.<span id="more-617"></span><img class="size-full wp-image-616 aligncenter" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/pneumonia.jpg" alt="pneumonia" width="240" height="293" /></p>
<p><strong>Causes of pneumonia</strong></p>
<p>Pneumonia is basically caused by infections and the culprits which are responsible for causing infections include fungi or protozoa, bacteria, rickettsia and mycoplasma.Respiratory infections that are caused by adenoviruses, influenza virus and rhinoviruses can also lead to pneumonia. There are many cases of <strong>viral pneumonia</strong> which are mild and can resolve within a week’s time.</p>
<p><strong>Pneumonia symptoms</strong></p>
<p>Symptoms of pneumonia which are caused by bacteria appear more quickly than pneumonia caused by virus. Small children and elderly persons may have mild symptoms. Symptoms usually begin with cold and flu accompanied by high fever, chill and cough with sputum. Depending on the underlying conditions, symptoms may vary. Common symptoms include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Cough</li>
<li>Fever</li>
<li>Breath      shortness</li>
<li>Chills</li>
<li>Pleuritic      pain</li>
<li>Headache</li>
<li>Muscle      pain</li>
<li>Diarrhea</li>
<li>Dusky      skin color due to poorly oxygenated blood</li>
<li>Vomiting      and nausea</li>
<li>Sweating</li>
<li>Fatigue</li>
<li>Green      or rusty sputum from lungs</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>How long does pneumonia last?</strong></p>
<p>Most pneumonias are contagious. The length of pneumonia mainly depends on the specific organism which is responsible to cause pneumonia. Pneumonias commonly last for two to three weeks.</p>
<p><strong>Treatment for pneumonia</strong></p>
<p>Mostly patients ask doctors that <strong>how long does it take to cure pneumonia</strong>. It all depends on how <strong>contagious pneumonia</strong> is treated, <strong>types of pneumonia</strong> and the severity of symptoms. <strong>Bacterial pneumonia</strong> is treated with antibiotics while <strong>viral pneumonia</strong> is treated with plenty of fluids and rest. Fungal pneumonias are treated with antifungal medications.</p>
<p>Over-the-counter medications are also prescribed to manage pneumonia symptoms which include treatment for reducing fever, pain and suppressing cough. If symptoms are bad, hospitalization may be required where the patients are treated with intravenous antibiotics.</p>
<p><strong>How can pneumonia be prevented?</strong></p>
<p>In fact there are several ways to prevent pneumonia. There are two vaccines available to prevent pneumococcal disease: pneumococcal conjugate vaccine and pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine but pneumonia vaccine may not completely prevent adults from getting pneumonia rather it can reduce the severity for a future pneumonia.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/11/causes-symptoms-and-treatment-of-pneumonia/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>2</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Do you Know The Health Benefits of Liquid Chlorophyll?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/10/do-you-know-the-health-benefits-of-liquid-chlorophyll/</link>
		<comments>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/10/do-you-know-the-health-benefits-of-liquid-chlorophyll/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:17:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Health Supplements]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.healthgiants.com/?p=338</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[How chlorophyll is miraculous? Chlorophyll is just similar to hemoglobin except for the central atom which is iron in hemoglobin while magnesium in chlorophyll. As blood is approximately 75% hemoglobin so when chlorophyll is ingested it is believed that it will perform the same function as hemoglobin. Scientific benefits of liquid chlorophyll involve a boost [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>How chlorophyll is miraculous?</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Chlorophyll is just similar to hemoglobin except for the central atom which is iron in hemoglobin while magnesium in chlorophyll. As blood is approximately 75% hemoglobin so when chlorophyll is ingested it is believed that it will perform the same function as hemoglobin.<span id="more-338"></span><img class="size-full wp-image-339 aligncenter" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/benefits-of-chlorophyll.jpg" alt="benefits-of-chlorophyll" width="320" height="200" /></p>
<p><strong>Scientific benefits of liquid chlorophyll</strong> involve a boost in energy levels, restore and replenish the amount of red blood cells. This regeneration of a body is at a cellular and molecular level. Most prominent benefits include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Fight      against infection</li>
<li>Healing      of wounds</li>
<li>Cleansing      of a body</li>
<li>Foster      immune, circulatory and digestive systems</li>
<li>Increase      in the number of red blood cells</li>
<li>Increase oxygen utilization</li>
<li>Reduction      in binding of carcinogens to DNA</li>
<li>Break      calcium oxalate stones</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Multifarious benefits of chlorophyll</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Being the most effective chelate it has a powerful ability to bind and remove toxic agents like mercury and acts as a most extensive healer.</li>
<li> Chlorophyll is strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It helps to reduce inflammation and contains vitamins A, C and E.</li>
<li> Chlorophyll is highly anti carcinogenic. It protects against carcinogens that are found in fungus laden foods. These can be from toxins that come from cooked meals and pollution.</li>
<li> Antiseptic properties of chlorophyll have defined its ability to help destroy germs, increases the resistance against diseases by preventing the growth of bacteria.</li>
<li> It can rapidly deliver oxygen to body and tissues</li>
<li> Chlorophyll is enriched in vitamin K, C, Folic acid, protein, calcium and iron, which are necessary for boosting our immune system and repairing RBCs.</li>
<li> It’s a marvelous deodorizer for mouth and throat. Furthermore, it provides a healthy digestive tract.</li>
<li> Regular intake of chlorophyll has proven to be beneficial for smokers.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Sources of chlorophyll</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Eat greens and drink greens</li>
<li> Green drinks can be easily assimilated by our body and a very dense source of enriched alkalis.</li>
<li> Eat a lot of green food such as green veggies, salads including broccoli, lettuce, spinach, peas, beans, capsicum and any food that is green.</li>
</ul>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/10/do-you-know-the-health-benefits-of-liquid-chlorophyll/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
		</item>
	</channel>
</rss>

