Varicose veins also known as varicose or varicosities, develop through a combination of weakened vein walls and faulty valves. Veins help to transport deoxygenated blood from the body to the heart. The valves in the veins allow blood to flow…

Sprouts are the tiny shoots that come out of the seed. Also called seedlings, sprouts are germinating plants. They are densely packed with nutrients, in quantities far higher than one can imagine. Since at germination, the seed requires a lot…

Papaya is colorful and eye-pleasing as well as a great treat to the taste buds. Add to that a load of health benefits, and what you have is a near-perfect combination of taste and goodness. The fruit, both in its…

Triglyceride is an important organic compound. It is a type of fat (lipid) present in the blood and other body parts. Your body utilizes these for energy so you require them in some quantity to maintain good health. The liver makes…

Diabetic Retinopathy is a complication of diabetes, especially for those with type 2 diabetes. High blood sugar levels over a period of time can damage the blood vessels in the retina, making them, swell and leak. In some cases it…

The thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system. It is a hormone that produces, stores, and releases chemicals into the bloodstream. The hormones are then carried in the bloodstream to their target cells or organs in various parts of the body.…