Cold Sores

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It is caused by the herpes simplex virus which related to the herpes virus that causes chickenpox and shingles.It can remain dormant in the body for years. Many people carry the virus but do not suffer from cold sores. They usually appear on the lips, around the mouth or nose and sometimes at the eyes.It can be extremely painful and may last 2-3 weeks.


Symptoms

• Fever
• Sore throat
• Pain around mouth and lips
• Swollen gland at neck or other part of body

Causes

• Bright sunlight
• Stress
• Compromised immune function
• Poor diet
• Hypothyroidism
• Low iron levels
• Hormonal imbalances
• Amino acid imbalances

Action plans

• Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables which contains antioxidants needed by the immune system to fight infection.
• Drink more water up to 2- 2.5 liters daily.
• Try deep breathing , meditation and exercise to relax if cold sores is triggered by stress.
• Eat more fish and beans which contains lysine to inhibit the growth of the cold sore virus.
• Avoid skin contact with others when blisters are present. The virus spread easily when there are moist secretions from blister.
• Be careful about touching other parst of body especially eye and genital areas that susceptible to spread of virus.
• Avoid sharing items such as utensils, towel, lip balm, and other items.
• Keep hands clean by washing hand before touching another person.

Bloating

 

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It is when substances, such as gas accumulate in the stomach causing its outward expansion beyond the normal girth of the abdomen. Bloating is normally have wind occasionally, farting and burping. It is typically a symptom of an underlying disease or dysfunction in the body, rather than an illness in its own right.


Symptoms

• Sensation of fullness
• Abdominal pressure
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Stomach cramp
• Hiccup
• No appetite

Causes

• Eating too fast or talking while eating
• Stress
• Side effect of medication or supplement
• Weakened abdominal muscles
• Constipation
• High fat diet
• Gas producing food
• Gastrointestinal diseases

Action plans

• Drink a glass of room temperature before meals and only take little sips during meals to avoid bloating.
• Eat and drink slowly also avoid using straw for drinks.
• Avoid food that cause gas such as broccoli,cabbage, and beans.
• Keep calm and avoid anxiety or tension which cause swallow of air.
• Do not overeat but maintain smaller portion and frequent meal
• Increase the intake of fiber and probiotic to avoid constipation
• Do not drink or smoking
• Limit the intake of caffeine, refined carbohydrates, salt, dairy products, carbonated drinks, and processed or packaged foods.

Acne

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Acne is the common human skin disease that can range from blackheads and red pimples to wide, reddened pores and noticeable, scarred tissue.If the pimples is scratched or squeezed, it will lead to infection and spreading of the acne. It normally appears on the face, chest, neck,shoulder and the back.Acne often occurs during adolescence which usually cause by the increase of testosterone and continues into adulthood. For most people, acne tend to disappear or decrease by the age of  25. However, no way to predict how long it will take to disappear entirely.




Causes

• Hormonal imbalance
• Inherited
• Overly stimulated sebaceous glands
• Yeast overgrowth and fungal infections
• Congested colon and constipation
• Food allergies and food sensitivities
• High fat diet and/or refined food diet
• Alcohol
• Smoking
• High consumption of meat
• Essential fatty acid deficiency
• Zinc or vitamin A deficiency

Action Plans

• Clean the face gently with mild cleanser at morning, evening or after heavy workouts.
• Do not squeeze, pinch, or pick the pimple that can get scar or dark spot on the skin.
• Choose make up carefully that is oil free or with the word "noncomedogenic" on the label.
• Shampoo hair regularly.
• Eat plenty of natural foods such as fresh fruit, vegetables and drink pure water.
• Engage in some form of relaxation such as meditation or breathing exercise to reduce impact of stress.
• Opt for probiotic and fiber source of food to reduce the occurrence of constipation.
• Avoid stress, pollution and chemicals that can suppress the immune system.

Weak Immune System

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The immune system is composed of lymphoid tissue of the body which includes thymus, spleen , lymph, bone marrow and parts of the gastrointestinal tract. The weaken immune system refers to a poor response of the immune system on protecting the body towards harmful substances. This will result to a frequent and severe colds, flu, allergies, mucus congestion and other serious disease.

Symptoms

• Allergies or food sensitivities
• Feeling tired all the time
• Frequent colds or flu
• Swollen glands
• Sore throat
• Unexplained weight loss
• Headaches
• Pain under right rib

Causes

• Gastrointestinal problem
• Diabetes
• Smoking
• Stress
• Lack of sleep and exercise
• Nutrient deficiency
• Excessive use of electronic gadgets
• Inherited immunodeficiency disorder
• HIV patient
• Ageing
• Poor diet

Action plans

• Take 5 serving of fruit and vegetables daily to provide antioxidant to fight against illness.
• Take probiotic supplement to boost up the immune system of body.
• Drink 2 litres to 2.5 litres of water to flush out the toxin in body.
• Maintain a regular exercise to release stress that lead to a weaker immune system.
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• Obtain some algae supplement  to reduce the body acidity which lead to weak immunity.
• Always have some raw food such as salad with every cooked meal as enzyme of raw foods helps to maintain a strong body.

Vaginitis

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It is an inflammation of the vagina that result in discharge, itching and pain. Vaginitis also often associated with an irritation or infection of the vulva. There are four common types of vaginitis which includes:

i) Bacterial vaginosis- result from the overgrowth of organism in vagina.
ii)Yeast infection-cause by natural occurring fungus of Candida albicans
iii)Trichomoniasis- a parasite that commonly transmitted by sexual intercourse
iv)Vaginal atrophy- reduction of estrogen level after menopause


Symptoms

• Changes of colour, odour, or amount of vaginal discharge
• Itching or irritation of vagina
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Painful urination
• Spotting or light bleeding of vagina

Risk factors

• Birth control pills
• Uncontrolled diabetes
• Antibiotic treatment
• Immune system disorder
• Thyroid or endocrine disorders
• Pregnancy

Action plan

• Wear loose natural fiber clothes
• Avoid wearing tight pants
• Limit usage of feminine deodorant
• Limit usage of deodorant tampo or pads
• Change out of wet clothing right after bath
• Wash underwear in hot water
• Use condom to prevent sexual transmitted disease
• Limit sugar intake to keep blood sugar level close to normal
• Avoid foods high in yeast or mold such as alcohol, cheese, dried fruit, nuts
• Avoid taking fermented food such as pickle, vinegar, tempeh and soy sauce
• Take probiotic supplement to maintain good bacteria in body
• Consume raw garlic and onion liberally for the antifungal properties 

Ulcerative Colitis

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This is a form of inflammatory bowel disease which causes inflammation of the large intestine and rectum with an open sore. It is an intermittent disease with period of  exacerbate symptoms, and periods that are free from symptoms. Ulcerative colitis is often treated with anti-inflammatory drugs, immunosuppression, and biological therapy. Colostomy is necessary for severe condition without responds of treatment.

Symptoms

• Abdominal pain
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Fierce bowel movement
• Gas
• Bloating
• Stomach distension
• Bloodied diarrhoea with period of constipation

Causes

• Genetic inheritance
• Food allergies
• Food sensitivities
• Dairy intolerances
• Intestinal parasites or protozoa disease
• Bad bacteria
• Excessive arachidonic acid
• Liver stagnation
• Smoking
• Emotional problems, stress
• Poor immunity, auto-immune disease
• High sugar intake

Action plan

• Take probiotic to help keep the good bacteria high for better immune system
• Eat smaller and more frequent meals to maximize nutrient absorption and tolerable by the digestive system.
• Follow a low residue diet to relieve abdominal pain and diarhea
• Increase intake of Omega 3 fatty acid in diet such as salmon, mackerel, hering and sardine that promote anti-inflammatory effect.
• Take nutritional supplement such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium,and folate if appetite is poor and solid foods are not tolerated well.
• Avoid the consumption of alcohol.
• Avoid food that may increase stool output such as fresh fruits and vegetables, prunes and caffeinated beverages.

Thalassemia

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It is an inherited blood disorder characterized by less haemoglobin or abnormal haemoglobin production of the body. The haemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that helps red blood cells carry oxygen to the body. Low level of haemoglobin may cause anaemia that individual feel weak and tired. Severe haemoglobin can damage organ and lead to death.Therefore, severe thalassemia may need regular blood transfusion while the mild thalassemia may not need any treatment.


Symptoms 

• Abdominal swelling
• Dark urine
• Facial bone deformities
• Fatigue
• Irritability
• Pale appearance
• Shortness of breath
• Slow growth
• Yellow discolouration of skin (Jaundice)
• Weakness

Action Plan

• Avoid excess iron intake or supplement contain iron which may cause liver and heart damage.
• Eat a balanced diet with plenty of nutritious food  to boost the energy level and maintain good health.
• Consume adequate amount of vitamin B9 to help in the formation of healthy red blood cell.
• Maintain an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D for healthy bone.