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		<title>Cieaura Company launches its heath products</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/05/15/cieaura-company-launches-its-heath-products/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2010 05:46:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<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 [...]]]></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>
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		<title>Phentramin-d</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/12/phentramin-d/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:26:22 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Weight Loss]]></category>

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		<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 purely graded [...]]]></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>
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		<title>Causes and Symptoms of Lymphoma</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/04/10/causes-and-symptoms-of-lymphoma/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Apr 2010 10:52:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>

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		<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:

Exposure  [...]]]></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>
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		<title>Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Pneumonia</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/11/causes-symptoms-and-treatment-of-pneumonia/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:05:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
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		<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 which are responsible [...]]]></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>
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		<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>
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		<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>

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		<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 in energy [...]]]></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>
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		<title>What is Weakness? A Comprehensive Review on Causes of Weakness</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/09/what-is-weakness-a-comprehensive-review-on-causes-of-weakness/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:16:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pain]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Weakness]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Decrease in strength in muscles is referred to as weakness. The causes and analysis of weakness depend on our knowledge of biochemistry and anatomy. This article emphasizes on the most ostensible causes of measurable loss of muscle strength.
Weakness may affect one muscle or a group of muscles. Tiredness and fatigue are terms used interchangeably with [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Decrease in strength in muscles is referred to as weakness. The causes and analysis of<strong> weakness</strong> depend on our knowledge of biochemistry and anatomy. This article emphasizes on the most ostensible causes of measurable loss of muscle strength.<span id="more-349"></span><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-350" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/weaness1.jpg" alt="weaness1" width="480" height="800" /></p>
<p>Weakness may affect one muscle or a group of muscles. Tiredness and fatigue are terms used interchangeably with weakness, although it is technically incorrect. Weakness that is generally caused by an infectious disease includes:</p>
<ul>
<li>Tuberculosis</li>
<li>Pneumonia</li>
<li>Flu</li>
<li>Mononucleosis</li>
<li>Fever</li>
</ul>
<p>Other causes include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Fatigue</li>
<li>Malaise</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/weight-loss/"><strong>Weight loss</strong></a></li>
<li>Drowsiness</li>
<li>Tiredness</li>
<li>Neurosis</li>
<li>Stress</li>
<li>Over-exertion</li>
<li>Pregnancy</li>
<li>Hypoglycemia</li>
<li>Blood loss</li>
<li>Heart attack</li>
<li>Viral hepatitis</li>
<li>Internal bleeding</li>
<li>Arrhythmia</li>
</ul>
<p>Prolonged weakness may be due to</p>
<ul>
<li>Stroke</li>
<li>Anemia</li>
<li>Fibromyalgia</li>
<li>Lung cancer</li>
<li>Chronic fatigue</li>
<li>Botulism</li>
<li>Malnutrition</li>
<li>Chronic hepatitis</li>
<li>Kidney and urinary diseases</li>
<li>Muscle diseases</li>
<li>Nervous system diseases</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/cancer/"><strong>Cancer</strong></a> and its various types</li>
<li>Hypothyroidism</li>
<li>Hyperthyroidism</li>
<li>Congestive heart failure</li>
<li>Psychological illness</li>
<li>Poliomyelitis</li>
<li>Dermatomyositis</li>
<li>Electrolyte imbalances</li>
<li>Malignant tumors</li>
<li>Trauma</li>
<li>Poisoning</li>
<li>Sprains and strains</li>
<li>Addison’s disease</li>
<li>Cerebral/Bell’s palsy</li>
<li>Guillain-Barre syndrome</li>
<li>Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis</li>
<li>Relapsing fever</li>
<li>Pinched nerve</li>
<li>Thyrotoxicosis</li>
</ul>
<p>There are following types of weakness depending upon location:</p>
<ul>
<li>Leg weakness</li>
<li>Arm weakness</li>
<li>Hand weakness</li>
<li>Bone weakness</li>
<li>Muscle weakness</li>
<li>Back weakness</li>
<li>Paralysis</li>
<li>Facial weakness</li>
</ul>
<p>Self diagnosis in the domain of enigmatic tiredness can be pragmatic.</p>
<p>So following indications should be clearly investigated;</p>
<ul>
<li>If weakness is isolated in one region</li>
<li>If it gets prolong without any explanation</li>
<li>If there is fever without any other symptom</li>
<li>After viral infection id there is common cold</li>
</ul>
<p>General recommended weakness tests are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Malignancy-CT Scan</li>
<li>Metastasis-X-ray of long bones</li>
<li>Metastatic malignancy-Bone scan</li>
<li> Tuberculosis-Tuberculin test</li>
<li> Aids-HIV antibody test</li>
<li> Porphyria-Urine porphobilinogen</li>
<li> Sleep apnea-Polysomnogram</li>
<li>Consult an endocrinologist</li>
<li>Consult a psychiatrist</li>
<li> Consult a neurologist</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/2009/11/25/mononucleosis-a-kissing-disease/"><strong>Mononucleosis</strong></a>-Monospot test</li>
<li> Infectious disease-Febrile agglutinins</li>
</ul>
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		<title>What Do You Know About Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/08/what-do-you-know-about-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:16:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is chronic fatigue syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is an enervating and complicated disorder that is delineated with esoteric fatigue, which is not ameliorated with bed rest and can be aggravated with any physical or mental activity.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>What is chronic fatigue syndrome?</strong></p>
<p><strong>Chronic fatigue syndrome</strong> (CFS) is an enervating and complicated disorder that is delineated with esoteric <strong>fatigue</strong>, which is not ameliorated with bed rest and can be aggravated with any physical or mental activity.<strong></strong></p>
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<p>Patients with a fatigue syndrome often describe some non specific signs and symptoms including memory loss, muscle pain, impaired muscle weakness, post-extensional fatigue and insomnia.</p>
<p>To diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome patient should satisfy two most important conditions.</p>
<ul>
<li>They      must have severe chronic fatigue that lasts for six months or more.</li>
<li>Contemporaneously      they declare complaints like memory impairment or short term memory loss,      tender lymph nodes, joint pain, swelling, muscle pain, restless sleep,      headaches, malaise all lasting longer than 24 hours.</li>
</ul>
<p>There are some generally recognized <strong>chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms</strong> (CFS).</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Fibromyalgia syndrome</strong></li>
<li>Neurasthenia</li>
<li><strong>Chronic mononucleosis</strong></li>
<li>Myalgic      encephalomyelitis</li>
<li>Sleep      apnea</li>
<li>Narcolepsy</li>
<li>Hypothyroidism</li>
<li>Depressive      disorders</li>
<li>Bipolar      effective disorders</li>
<li>Autoimmune      disease</li>
<li>Obesity</li>
<li>Subacute      infections</li>
<li>Abuse      of alcoholic substances</li>
<li>Hormonal      disorders</li>
<li><strong>Eating disorders</strong></li>
<li>Schizophrenia</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/cancer/"><strong>Cancer</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/pain/abdominal-pain/"><strong>Abdominal pain</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/pain/chest-pain/"><strong>Chest      pain</strong></a></li>
<li>Chronic      cough</li>
<li>Diarrhea</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/2009/11/11/how-to-get-rid-of-anxiety-herbal-cure-of-anxiety/"><strong>Anxiety</strong></a></li>
<li>Panic      attacks</li>
<li>Breath      shortness</li>
<li>Nausea</li>
<li>Night      sweats</li>
<li>Earaches</li>
<li>Dizziness</li>
<li>Dry      eyes</li>
<li>Irregular      heartbeat</li>
<li>Morning      stiffness</li>
<li>Irritability</li>
<li>Skin      sensations</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/weight-loss/"><strong>Weight loss</strong></a></li>
</ul>
<p>There is no specific cure and <strong>chronic fatigue syndrome diagnosis</strong> as no single therapy is available. Change in life style, adding nutritional supplements to daily diet, avoiding over work and restless sleep and gentle massaging are general recommended therapies. Moderate low stress exercises are also recommended that prevent deconditioning and over activity.CFS is not generally caused due to depression but both can coexist rather many patients don not have any complaints of psychiatric disorders.</p>
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<p><strong>Recommendations </strong></p>
<p>Patient should ask doctor to examine the functioning of their adrenal gland working. In case if hormones cause a slump in the energy levels, it can be boosted up taking Omega 3 fish oils (1,000-4,000 mg) daily. There must be a prompt check up on Iron or vitamin B12 deficiency. Taking excess tea and coffee with only few sips of water a day has dehydrated our bodies so adding <strong>liquid chlorophyll</strong> to drinking water will not only boost up the energy levels but also oxygenates the cells.</p>
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		<title>How you can cope with fibromyalgia pain?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:49:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Causes of fibromyalgia
There are no clearly revealed causes of fibromyalgia.There is a chemical in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) called substance P responsible for transmitting pain impulse to the brain is generally 3 times higher in patients suffering from fibromyalgia  than normal persons, which causes, the feel of pain more intensely.
There is another common thought that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Causes of fibromyalgia</strong></p>
<p>There are no clearly revealed <strong>causes of fibromyalgia</strong>.There is a chemical in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) called substance P responsible for transmitting pain impulse to the brain is generally 3 times higher in patients suffering from fibromyalgia  than normal persons, which causes, the feel of pain more intensely.<span id="more-333"></span><img class="size-full wp-image-351 aligncenter" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/FIBROMYALGIA.jpg" alt="FIBROMYALGIA" width="310" height="384" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">There is another common thought that it arises due to improper sound sleep. Proper sleep relaxes the body from whole day’s hectic activities. There is no specific blood test or X-rays suggested for its diagnosis and the only possible way is by taking patient’s pain history.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">It is believed that for fibromyalgia to be diagnosed muscle pain should be there for more than three-months. Pain mostly occurs at specific sites called tender points, which are basically <strong>fibromyalgia trigger points</strong>. There are total 18 tender points and most of them are located on back and neck. <strong>Fibromyalgia experts</strong> make the examination by applying pressure at those tender points; if the patient feels discomfort at any 11 of these points then the diagnosis for fibromyalgia will be positive.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong> </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Self care fibromyalgia treatment</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">As there is no proper<strong> fibromyalgia treatment </strong>available but home care remedies that can relieve some symptoms.A regular <strong>exercise for fibromyalgia</strong> keep muscles healthy by relieving discomfort. It is recommendable to always try low stress exercises like swimming, water aerobics, biking and walking rather stressful exercises such as weight lifting. Doing exercise regularly helps to keep muscles strong, boost energy levels and a sound sleep rather, applying heat to sore muscles and different stretching exercises of which Pilates is most effective. In Pilates a body uses its own weight as a resistance.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">There is no proper prevention as no appropriate cause is fully understood. The only possible way is to adopt a healthy lifestyle and maintaining a positive approach towards optimal health.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Medical treatment</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Different painkillers and analgesics are recommended to soothe deep muscle <strong>fibromyalgia pain</strong>. Sometimes antidepressants are prescribed to increase the amount of serotonins, reduce fatigue and ease pain.SSRIs are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors that are among the newest antidepressants. These are generally recommended along with tricyclics antidepressants that increase the restful sleep.</p>
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		<title>What is Fibromyalgia? What are its Major symptoms?</title>
		<link>http://www.healthgiants.com/2010/03/02/what-is-fibromyalgia-what-are-its-major-symptoms/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 12:58:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fibromyalgia is basically a chronic condition in which there is an intense pain in different parts of a body. This pain includes muscles, joints and connective tissues. It is also a host of many other symptoms.
Doctors classify fibromyalgia as a syndrome as it has a group of symptoms and signs that occur simultaneously. Doctors have [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Fibromyalgia</strong> is basically a chronic condition in which there is an intense pain in different parts of a body. This pain includes muscles, joints and connective tissues. It is also a host of many other symptoms.</p>
<p>Doctors classify fibromyalgia as a syndrome as it has a group of symptoms and signs that occur simultaneously. Doctors have designed a new blood test as a new fibromyalgia treatment.<span id="more-330"></span><strong><!--more--><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-331" src="http://www.healthgiants.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/fibromyalgia.gif" alt="fibromyalgia" width="300" height="371" /></strong></p>
<p><strong>Symptoms of fibromyalgia</strong></p>
<p>Sufferers of a <strong>fibromyalgia syndrome </strong>usually remain exhausted all the time and feel weakness most of the time. These symptoms limit the physical activity of a patient. A problem to concentrate over and remember things is a usual sign. In most of the cases people quit their jobs.</p>
<p>Nobody believes that person is really sick, and it takes months to diagnose what actually the problem is. The symptoms vary from a person to person from mild to highly enervating causing frustrations and social disability.</p>
<p>Common symptoms include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Abdominal      problems</li>
<li>Sleep      disorders</li>
<li>Depression</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/2009/11/11/how-to-get-rid-of-anxiety-herbal-cure-of-anxiety/"><strong>Anxiety</strong></a></li>
<li><strong>Fatigue</strong></li>
<li>Morning      stiffness</li>
<li>Pervasive      pain</li>
<li><a href="http://www.healthgiants.com/category/pain/chest-pain/"><strong>Chest      pain</strong></a></li>
<li>Memory      impairment</li>
</ul>
<p>People often don’t conceive that the host of these secondary signs and symptoms is basically related to pain, fatigue along with other primary symptoms.</p>
<p>Other symptoms of fibromyalgia include</p>
<ul>
<li>Skin      complaints</li>
<li>Vision      ailment</li>
<li>Chronic      headaches</li>
<li>Muscle      weakness</li>
<li>Dizziness</li>
<li>Nausea</li>
<li>Weight      gain</li>
<li><strong>Weight loss</strong></li>
<li>Painful      menstrual cramps</li>
<li>Sweats</li>
<li>Genetic      predisposition</li>
<li>Unwillingness      to any physical or stressful activity</li>
<li>Muscle      twitches</li>
<li>Diffuse      swelling</li>
<li>Fibrocystic      breasts( overlapping condition )</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Symptoms of fibromyalgia</strong> that is allergy related generally includes;allergy,postnasal drip, running nose,earaches,tinitis,thick secretions,breath shortness, yeast sensitivity etc.A fibromyalgia patient is sensitive to noise,light,night driving, temperature and humidity changes, sensory overload and odors. Emotional fibromyalgia symptoms are very common nowadays including panic attacks,depression,mood swings,irritability,ability to cry easily, anxiety that is not particularly related to any specific object or situation.</p>
<p>Heart beat becomes irregular and rapid.Brusing and scaring condition of nails, hair loss and tissue overgrowth are some of the remarkable symptoms related to skin, hair and nails.</p>
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		<title>What Is Meningitis?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:57:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tayyaba Akmal</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Meningitis is basically an inflammation of the meninges. Meninges are the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Mostly it is caused by bacteria or viruses but it can also be caused both by the use of certain medicines and illness.


There are two main types of meningitis

Viral meningitis (aseptic meningitis)
Bacterial meningitis

Viral meningitis is less [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Meningitis</strong> is basically an inflammation of the meninges. Meninges are the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Mostly it is caused by bacteria or viruses but it can also be caused both by the use of certain medicines and illness.<span id="more-606"></span></p>
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<p>There are two main types of meningitis</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Viral meningitis (aseptic meningitis)</strong></li>
<li><strong>Bacterial meningitis</strong></li>
</ul>
<p>Viral meningitis is less serious and less common. It often remains undiagnosed as its symptoms resembles to those of common flu. Bacterial meningitis can be serious and life-threatening but it is rare.<!--more--></p>
<p>Meningitis is common among students, teens and kids. Meningitis can be treated successfully, if dealt with promptly. It is important to seek medical care right away to get routine vaccinations.</p>
<p><strong>Causes of Meningitis</strong></p>
<p>Bacteria and viruses that cause meningitis are common and are associated with other illnesses. Bacteria and viruses that infect our skin, respiratory or gastrointestinal tract and urinary system can spread by our bloodstream to the meninges through the fluid that spreads in and around the spinal cord-cerebrospinal fluid.</p>
<p>In some cases, bacterial meningitis can occur through trauma or any local infection like ear infection (otitis media) or sinusitis (nasal infection) which causes the spread of bacteria to the meninges.</p>
<p>In newborns, bacterial meningitis is caused by Group B Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenes while in older kids, Neisseria meningitides (meningococcus) and Streptococcus pneumoniae (pnemococcus) causes bacterial meningitis.</p>
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<p><strong>Symptoms of Meningitis</strong></p>
<p>Symptoms of meningitis vary from the age of patient to the cause of an infection. It is very important to diagnose an infection as early as possible because flu-like symptoms are common in both types of meningitis. Common symptoms include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Running      nose</li>
<li>Diarrhea</li>
<li>Vomiting</li>
<li>Cold</li>
<li>Fever</li>
<li>Lethargy</li>
<li>Irritability</li>
<li>Seizures</li>
<li>Skin      rashes</li>
<li>Stiff      neck</li>
<li>Photophobia</li>
<li>Headache</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Meningitis in infants</strong></p>
<p>They may seem to be quite irritable and lethargic when they are picked. Other symptoms of meningitis in infants may include:</p>
<ul>
<li>A      weak suck</li>
<li>A      high-pitched cry</li>
<li>Poor      feeding</li>
<li>Neck      rigidity</li>
<li>Jaundice</li>
<li>Fever</li>
</ul>
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