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How Facial Hygiene Can Affect the Eyes

How Facial Hygiene Can Affect the Eyes

Preventing exposure of the eyes to foreign substances and damage as a result of such exposure is simple and can be achieved largely through keeping…

30 Jul 2009

Physical Exercise and Eye Health

Physical Exercise and Eye Health

The role of exercise in protecting eye health is relatively unknown in the general population and scientific studies. However, available evidence suggests that regular physical…

15 Jul 2009

Nutrition for Healthy Eyes

Nutrition for Healthy Eyes

The eyes, like all other organs of the body, depend upon nutrients, vitamins and minerals to maintain their health and proper function. Thus, the way…

10 Jul 2009

Eye Health: Choosing and Using Eye Cosmetics

Eye Health: Choosing and Using Eye Cosmetics

Cosmetics and the eyes: Eye disorders caused by cosmetic use can be avoided if the right cosmetics are purchased, stored and applied in a hygienic…

01 Jul 2009

Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS)

Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS)

Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is characterised by continuing back and/or leg pain after lower spinal surgery. It occurs after 5-40% of surgeries.

14 Mar 2009

Groin strain

Groin strain

Groin strain is a term used to describe an injury to one of the muscles or tendons located within the groin region of the inner…

27 Feb 2009

Acid Reflux and Heartburn

Acid Reflux and Heartburn

Heartburn or acid reflux is a symptom of the disorder gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). It is described as a gripping discomfort situated below the breast…

17 Feb 2009

Resistance training (weight training; strength training)

Resistance training (weight training; strength training)

Resistance training: A type of physical activity that involves some form of resistance used against a muscle contraction. There are many types of resistance that can…

07 Feb 2009

Infertility

Infertility

Infertility is the inability to conceive for 12 months despite having sex. It affects 8% of couples and has emotional and financial consequences.

13 Nov 2008