Insomnia is defined as not being able to fall asleep, or not being able to get back to sleep between the hours of 2 a.m. to 5 a.m. Insomnia happens to most people. Often we lie sleepless when we are overburdened, overstressed, depressed, in pain, or when our sleep patterns are impeded by naps...
One of the largest industries in the world, big pharmaceutical companies spend billions on advertising and marketing every year -- usually much more than they spend on research and development. What most people don't know is that they are also spending millions on persuading doctors to push drugs on patients and our doctors are falling for it.
Sildenafil citrate also known as Viagra is a medicine used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension. It was developed and is marketed by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer. It works by inhibiting specific phosphodiesterase type 5, an enzyme that regulates blood flow to the penis....
In pharmacology, a tincture is an alcohol-based derivative or extract taken from a fresh herb or any other plant material. Tinctures are often used in alternative medicine or as a dietary supplement. Only few pharmaceutical companies still manufacture medicines in the form of tinctures. But the...
It is not uncommon to hear people complain about the cost of medication today. Wherever you are in the world, the price of medicine is always an issue. Of course, there are countries where medicine may be cheaper than in other places, but in general, medication comes at a price. This is especially...
Acne is a skin condition often associated with the hormonal imbalances of teenagers, yet twice as many adults suffer from acne as teens. There are a number of commercial or pharmaceutical products for acne, some work better than others. There are also a number of natural remedies that have proven...
The time has come (the Walrus said) to stop being pacified by safe, soft-pedaled words like ‘recession,’ ‘slump’ or ‘dip in the market.‘ Let’s face the facts, folks: Times are hard; money’s tight. The price of everything from gas to grapes skyrockets,...
Sulfur is a chemical element with the symbol “S” and an atomic number of 16. It is considered to be a non-metal. It has a number of different ions, resulting in Sulfites (which are used in food processing) and sulfates (which are used in manufacturing). Sulfur can also be found in living organisms...
Gelatin is a staple in healthy diets and school cafeterias around the world. Most people think it’s made of animal hooves and horns. That’s not true. That renders keratin; gelatin is made from collagen, which is collected from the skins and bones of pigs and cattle. Basically, these are boiled...
Retirement is something we all can look forward to. Personally I believe some of the best places to retire in popular circles just don't appeal to me. Arizona, Florida, all the high cost of living places that are warm here in the United States. I'm an international traveler and a firm believer in...
