Gout is a metabolic disease caused by elevated levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia) in the blood. Because an unhealthy lifestyle with poor diet and excessive alcohol consumption contributes to elevated uric acid levels, gout is considered a disease of affluence. If the disease remains untreated for a long time, the deposition of uric acid crystals … Expert Tips for Living with Gout
Regular moderate physical activity is one of the most effective factors in protecting against many diseases. In addition, it can contribute significantly to an improvement in quality of life and well-being. Read here what sport and exercise do for your health. Regular exercise as a weapon against aging The range of effects has been impressively … Healthy Living with Exercise and Sports
In the case of back complaints as well as chronic degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system (for example, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis), sporting activity plays an important role. Physically inactive people lose more bone mass with increasing age, which leads to an increased risk of bone fractures in the event of falls. In contrast, strength and flexibility … Sport for the Musculoskeletal System
Sarcoidosis is a disease that either resolves on its own or can only be treated symptomatically. Regardless of the stage of sarcoidosis diagnosed, regular follow-up examinations are indicated, although their frequency and nature vary depending on therapy and severity. In stage I, semi-annual examinations are sufficient, otherwise they are indicated every three to six months. … Sarcoidosis Prognosis
Everyone is afraid of accidents and injuries. And everyone is also afraid of having to help – and not being able to. Projections from a 2002 survey found that 35 million are apprehensive about giving first aid; 25 million would wait for someone else to help. This attitude can cost some people their lives. Helping … First Aid: Every Minute Counts
When things in your life become more and more difficult, when 24 hours a day are not enough, remember the “flower pot and the beer”. A little anecdote about the important things in life. The story A professor was standing in front of his philosophy class with some objects in front of him. When class … The Story of the Flower Pot and the Beer
“Mom, when can I finally go to school?” Finally being a schoolchild and belonging to the big boys – the first day of school is something very special for every child. But just as great as the anticipation are the new challenges that await the little ABC shooters. “Get your offspring excited about school,” advises … All Beginnings are Hard: How Parents Get Their Kids Ready for School
The influence of exercise on cardiovascular disease is now considered established. Thus, continuous physical activity leads to a protective effect against cardiovascular diseases, which remain the leading cause of death in advanced industrial societies. Adequate physical activity has a particularly favorable influence on the probability of coronary heart disease occurrence – its protective effect is … Exercise and Cardiovascular Disease
Where people come together, conflicts arise from time to time – at work, in the family or among friends. So conflicts are nothing unusual. But they should be addressed and solutions should be sought. Easier said than done, because the question is often, “How should this be done?” First step: address problem(s) The fact is, … Conflict is a Part of Life!
Although many people in Germany are already organ donors, far too few people still deal with this important issue. Only one in eight has documented their decision in an organ donor card. Surveys show that especially those people agree to organ donation who are well informed about it. The most frequently asked questions and answers … Organ Donation FAQ
Regular exercise can also reduce the risk of certain cancers by up to 70 percent. Here, however, appropriate prevention can only be achieved with relatively high levels of activity over a long period of time. Relatively reliable evidence of reduced disease rates among people who are active in sports is available with regard to colon … Sport and Cancer
Symptoms After eating the triggering food, digestive disturbances usually develop within hours. These include: Flatulence, bloating Abdominal pain, abdominal cramps Diarrhea Stomach burns Depending on the trigger, pseudoallergic reactions such as a hives, rhinitis and respiratory disorders may also occur. According to the literature, up to 20% of the population is affected. The disorders typically … Food Intolerance
