What’s that? …When vision decreases

Cataract and Glaucoma are two major disease forms affecting the eyes that are increasingly prevalent in the population. Cataract is the leading cause of blindness, directly followed by Glaucoma. Cataract: This is a progressive clouding or blurring of the eyes’ lens. As the ‘cloudiness’ increases, vision decreases. To the patient, what he or she seesContinue reading “What’s that? …When vision decreases”

Gentle recommendations for heart and circulatory health

In order to maintain a healthy heart and blood circulation it is not wrong to occasionally take supportive measures. Sufficient movement in fresh air, moderate exercise, such as walking or swimming, or hot / cold alternating baths, are true restorers and preservers of a healthy heart and blood circulation. Proper hydration and healthy eating doContinue reading “Gentle recommendations for heart and circulatory health”

Centella Asiatica – a plant way to slow-age

Centella Asiatica is herbal medicine known and appreciated, since ancient times. It’s use is currently experiencing a revival on account of research findings that place it directly into the center of the anti-aging movement. Centella has been found to have properties that can combat the process of aging. Centella, which is known across cultures byContinue reading “Centella Asiatica – a plant way to slow-age”

A false positive of heart diseases – the Roemheld syndrome

It has become evident in our modern times, that many of our lifestyle habits, in particular keeping up with our increasingly hectic society, are taking their toll on our health. Our work-life balance is skewed heavily towards stress and our nutritional preferences are dictated by the time available to cook and the income to spare.Continue reading “A false positive of heart diseases – the Roemheld syndrome”

Homeopathy for runny noses

Coryza is commonly referred to as a runny nose and is characterized by an acute inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose. It frequently occurs concomitant to the ‘common cold’ and may be caused by a bacterial or viral infection, or may develop as an allergic reaction to diverse allergens such as dust, pollenContinue reading “Homeopathy for runny noses”