Category Archives: Therapy Tips

Causes  The menopause is a natural period in a woman’s life that usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. During the menopause, oestrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate, which can cause unpleasant symptoms. These symptoms may be worse if the menopause has been brought on suddenly rather than gradually as a result of cancer […]

Causes  Pain in the joints is most often as a result of an injury, wear and tear or arthritis. It may also occur as a result of a viral infection, connective tissue disease, cancer or a lack of blood supply or blood vessel inflammation. A person may be more susceptible to joint problems if their […]

Causes  Jaw misalignment may occur if there has been an infection, injury or trauma to the area or as a result of problems with the teeth such as tooth loss or loose teeth. There could also be damage to the cartilage. Chewing hard foods can cause there to be excessive pressure on the jaw. Stress […]

Causes  Men and women can both have hormonal problems which may compromise their ability to conceive. Certain types of chemicals, medication and illicit drugs can also have a negative impact. The woman may have a physiological obstruction or another problem that is preventing pregnancy. Various health conditions, such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis […]

Causes  Eating sugary foods, junk food and caffeinated drinks causes the release of adrenalin which tricks the body into thinking that it needs to release glucose into the blood stream, causing blood sugar levels to rise rapidly and unnecessarily. This leads to excessive insulin production by the pancreas, causing a rapid decrease in blood sugar […]

Causes  Infection, genetics, old-age and tumours are some of the factors that can compromise the function of the endocrine glands. Illnesses, and the methods used to treat them such as drugs and radiation, can lead to hormonal deficiencies. The production of hormones can also be negatively affected by a lack or excess of exercise, poor […]

Causes  Herpes is caused by a viral infection and can be transmitted by touch and when saliva, secretions or blister fluid are transferred between people. Generally, the virus is passed on through sexual contact with an infected person, though it can be passed on through infected surfaces. It usually lies dormant for a while and […]

Causes  Hepatitis is caused by a viral or parasitic infection, autoimmune condition or liver damage in the case of alcohol abuse. Hepatitis A is caused by consuming contaminated food due to poor hygiene. Type B involves infection via blood or other bodily fluids that enter through transfusion, injection or intercourse; it can also pass from […]

Causes  Oxidative stress can occur when insufficient antioxidants are available to counteract the free radicals introduced into the body by smoke and pollution. This damages artery walls and so do sugary, processed diets. Vitamin C deficiency can prevent the blood vessel walls from being effectively protected due to a lack of collagen and elastin production, […]

Causes  A major cause of headaches and migraines is chronic dehydration. This can be as a result of inadequate water intake, alcohol consumption, and high environmental temperature. Other possible triggers include allergies to pollen and dust or eating foods that contain chemicals or that you are sensitive to. Alternatively, there may be a deficiency of […]