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Teethgrinding. Best treatment?

My partner grinds his teeth in his sleep which drives me insane. I know this condition can be related to stress so should he see a doctor or dentist? I’ve asked him about anything he could be worried about but he’s done this for years so has no idea what could be causing it.

I know you can buy mouth guards to help but he would prefer a treatment for the cause rather than the symptoms.

ANSWER

teethgrinding is a habit but can also be stress related or they could be anxious. there is no cure for teeth grinding sry. but there are ways of prevent it from occuring like going to an orthodontist who will look at his jaw because teethgrinding is the number one sysmptom of TMJ a jaw problem where your jaw joint can move from side to side and lock and also pop out of its joint many people experience these just thinking its a once off thing and ignore it to the point where they have done so much damage to the jaw joint that there can be very severe consequenses. the most common way to soothe teeth grinding is to wear a mouth guard which evenly dispatches the pain over the entire mouth and the guard also takes the pressure off so that the enamel isnt wrecked. then there is jaw surgery to fix the jaw harmony and there are many other ways but just go down to an orthodontist and they will help him (& u) with any problems you might have.

good luck

High Blood Pressure caused by stress: any drug-free treatment?

I regularly check my blood pressure and recently, my blood pressure has been at the range from Prehypertension to Stage 1 Hypertension. I had a detailed physical exam a couple of weeks ago, and the doctor said it had nothing to do with what I ate. Not to mention, I eat VERY healthy. I eat mostly fruits and vegetables, very little meat, and almost no junk food at all (I’m not overweight/obese) either.

People have told me to “watch my diet,” but as I’ve mentioned, I eat very healthy, and it has almost nothing to do with what I eat. So at this point, we are all assuming that my high blood pressure is caused by a series of stress from school, family, and friends–making it so I also lack sleep at the same time. I know “getting more sleep” is obviously a helpful treatment, but I’m looking for some more advice from health experts.

Is there any way I can treat this (i.e. meditation, more exercise, etc.)? Any other facts or advice related to high blood pressure are also welcome! Thank you!

ANSWER

Hmm….i know this may seem rude …but….is your body weight “high” or more importantly…is your body fat percentage “high”? One recomendation I have is fiber! Fiber is a great way to reduce BP. Women are suppossed to get around 17 grams a day. I too have high BP, mine is usually 130/70….which isnt good. I tend to worry alot. Flaxseed oil is also another great alternative or something else with high levels of Omega fatty acids. I just started taking them. Alot of people attribute to lower their BP with this method.

  You also may have a condition known as “White coat syndrome” it is a fancy term for “nervousness of doctors and hospitals.” Everytime I go to the doctors I get a little nervous.

Good luck

Is Homeopathy treatment effective for depression?

ANSWER

Yes, homeopathy has helped countless people naturally, safely, affordably and permanently heal from depression.

Homeopaths are not counselors, although our listening skills makes a client feel as deeply heard and received. Rather, we tease out “symptoms” in the sharing of your depression, and physical symptoms are part of the treatment. Symptoms to a homeopath go beyond those that people commonly associate with illness. We explore your food cravings, aversions and those that give you problems; the position in which you like to sleep; your weather and temperature preferences; your past and current health history; the history of your family’s health, as well as genetic predispositions; life situation events and stresses. Whether the underlying cause of your depression is childhood trauma, bereavement, an injury or accident, related to hormonal transitions - in treating the individual you uniquely are, hope and joy are certain to follow.

I’m a certified professional homeopath with a family practice for more than 25 years. In case you’re located in North America, the national directory for certified professional homeopaths is http://www.homeopathicdirectory.com.

Best wishes.

Is it possible to reverse the negative health effects that stress has had on the body?

ANSWER

Yes, but the sufferer must walk away from stressful situations even if it is a job.

Downsize the life, get rid of the TV, relax, go for walks and MEDITATE. Meditate on peaceful thoughts and your breathing. Close your eyes and clear your mind. Keep doing this over the weeks or months until you are able to do so without stressful thoughts.

Envision yourself as healthy and happy.

Your heart and body will recuperate.

Mind over matter.

What is the best way to relieve stress?

I work two jobs and feel really wound up at the moment, I dont get a lot of me time and would like to know what kind of exercise is best for it

ANSWER

Exercise like yoga or ti-chi is good for stress. It will help to loosen tense muscles and improve the energy flow through your body (stress can often lead to energy blockages and all the associated symtoms of stress).

A good relaxation exercise to do before you go to sleep at night or at the start of the day is:

lie on your back with your eyes closed.

imagine a warm golden light rising through your feet, slowly up through your legs to your root chakra (on your pelvic bone) You may see a gold light and feel the warmth

At each Chakra (root - pelvis, sacral - below naval, solar plexus - above naval) imagine the light, warmth and energy penetrating all of the muscles in the area.

When you reach the heart chakra (in your chest) imagine the warmth, light and energy flowing down your arms, then up to the throat chakra (over your throat) third eye chakra (brow) and crown chakra (top of your head) and connecting you with a divine or higher power.

The energy and light spills over and emcompasses you in an egg shape.

Then imagine a white light coming through your crown chakra down through your feet connecting you to the earth and grounding you.

The white and gold lights merge. Know that this energy is protecting you and is available for you to draw on at any time.

Which is the best natural medicine for stress ?

ANSWER

if you are a woman: Black Cohosh (available in all pharmacies in the Supplement/Vitamins section).

if you are a guy: work out.

Effects of STRESS on Health :

Stress refers to the psychological and physiological response of our body to events that usually threatens our physical or emotional balance. A stressed out person would usually experience an increase in heart rate, palpitations and tensing of the body’s muscle.

While it is true that stress has become part of life, particularly now with our extremely fast-paced lifestyles, there are certain kinds of stress medical experts have considered as chronic stress. Chronic stress, or simply being distressed, is a long term physical and psychological condition where the responses of the body to stress last for a longer period of time and, on top of the various symptoms that have already been mentioned, the person would also become more sickly because the immune system is also affected, making them more susceptible to contract all sorts of illnesses and diseases. Other health conditions experienced by a person experiencing chronic stress are the following:

Headaches

Upset Stomach

High Blood Pressure

Chest Pains

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Eating Disorders

Allergies

Insomnia

Backaches

Colds

Fatigue

Although stress is a common phenomenon, it is considered by medical experts as a subjective phenomenon depending as to whether a particular event is considered by an individual as threatening or pleasurable. This is also the reason why one event can trigger various levels of stress towards different individuals. What makes diagnosing stress on a certain individual is that people react to stress differently. Some people might be more prone to having eating disorders as a response to stress while some might just simply experience severe headaches.

Learning how to deal with stress is the best way to avoid the various health conditions brought about by this. Some suggested methods of coping with stress include meditation, relaxation and changing one’s daily routine.

Is “hyperacidity” a medical term.?

i mean, is it used in diagnosing a patient.?

do doctors use the term hyperacidity.?

ANSWER :

I don’t think so. My mind first went to “hyper-acidity” of the stomach. Gastric acid is hydrochloric acid & when there’s an excess, I believe it’s called hyperchlorhydria (not absolutely sure on that). Acidosis refers to increased acidity in the blood.

What is the fastest way to get rid of hyperacidity?

home made remedies are preferable. thanks

ANSWER :

Remedies for Hyperacidity and Heartburn:

If you feel acid problem in your stomach then chew some basil leaves. Slowly suck a small piece of jaggery. Almonds are quite effective in treating heartburn; chew few almonds when you experience heartburn. A glass of chilled milk is a quick remedy for hyperacidity and heartburn. Ginger root with honey taken after meal is effective for treating heartburn.

Diet for Hyperacidity and Heartburn:

Fruits like apple, watermelon and banana are recommended for people with hyperacidity problem. Avoid fried food, pickle, hot and spicy food. Take your meals regularly on time, don’t skip them. Drink plenty of water. Avoid garlic, onion, pepper, radish and cabbage. Avoid unripe fruits. Do not haste while eating, always chew your food properly. Include plenty of green and leafy vegetables in your diet.

Suggestions for Hyperacidity and Heartburn:

To prevent acid reflux, maintain proper posture after your meal. Never go to bed or lie down immediately after a meal.

What’s the cure for hyper acidity?

ANSWER :

When the stomach contains more hydrochloric acid than normal the condition is called hyperacidity. This excessive secretion may lead to ulcer in the stomach. Heartburn is caused when the gastric acid refluxes back to esophagus. Hyperacidity promotes heartburn, ulcers and reflux. There may be burning sensation or pain in the stomach after one to four hours of a meal. You may feel hungry frequently, usually after one or two hours of a meal. Heartburn may be experienced when you lie down. Belching, nausea, bitter taste in mouth, vomiting and loss of appetite are some other symptoms of hyperacidity. After a large meal, a constant pain may occur in the upper abdomen.

Homeopathic remedies:

· Iris Vers.: works well for persons having sour and bitter belching, and acidity causing sick headaches.

· Nux Vomica: for persons having gastric derangement due to sedentary habits or over-eating, causing nausea and sour taste in mouth in the morning with bitter eructation. Flatulent distension of abdomen and spasmodic pain with upward pressure causing shortness of breath. Stomach is very sensitive. Sensation of weight in the stomach.

· Natrum Phos: is made from sodium phosphate and is an excellent mineral for digestion. Especially suited to young children who have been fed too much sugar; and develop sour vomiting; greenish, sour, foul smelling diarrhea, with a creamy white coating at the back of the tongue. Used for upset stomach and sleeplessness due to indigestion.

· Carbo Veg.: is best suited to patients with a slow and imperfect digestion, very offensive flatulence in upper part of the abdomen, and the patient feels better after discharge of gas or eructation.

· Robinia: works well for acidity with frontal headache. Burning pains in stomach. Stools and discharges smell sour. Acid vomiting. Mainly used for acidity in children.

Diet for Hyperacidity problem

Fruits like apple, watermelon and banana are recommended for people with hyperacidity problem. Avoid fried food, pickle, hot and spicy food. Take your meals regularly on time, don’t skip them. Drink plenty of water. Avoid garlic, onion, pepper, radish and cabbage. Avoid unripe fruits. Do not haste while eating, always chew your food properly. Include plenty of green and leafy vegetables in your diet.

Is there parmanent cure of hyperacidity?

I am suffering from GERD. My dr. advised medicine which is a combination of rabeprazole & itopride. As long as medicine continues I’m fine. But soon after stopping the same the problem returns. Do I have to take medicine for life long? Plz intimate if there is any remedy. I expect suggestions from qualified persons only.

ANSWER :

Mine’s the same way. I’m assuming that I will take the medication forever but as long as it controls the problem, I’m good with that.

Is ginger good for hyperacidity? is it safe to use for pregnant women?

ANSWER :

Ginger is safe to use during pregnancy, I use to take ginger root herbal pills for nausia and they really helped. I think it would also help with the hyperacidity too.

Can I use pearl white slimming capsule eventhough I am having hyperacidity?

I’m afraid to use because I don’t experienced any kind of slimming pills.

ANSWER :

in case you don’t know yet, most slimming pills are complete scams and do not work. Perhaps you should invest in some exercise instead, its much cheaper

How to solve the Gastric problem?

ANSWER :

what kind of gastric problem? there’s lots of them.. is it an ulcer? hyperacidity.. try to be more specific.. there are different treatments on different problems..

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for hyperacidity.. okay.. first of all, you need to go to your doctor for a proper diagnosis.. if hyperacidity is diagnosed, the doc will give u a prescription for an antacid depending on the cause of hyperacidity..

also… this tips could help:

don’t drink too much coffee, and alcohol, don’t smoke, try to avoid stress.. as these can cause hyperacidity

I have severe gastric problem, wen i get up in the morning i find my tommy is full of gas?

ANSWER :

Smoking should be stopped and alcohol consumption should be reduced.

Meals should be small so that the stomach lining is not unduly stretched.

Consumption of milk, coffee and aerated drinks must be reduced.

Diet rich in fibre and Vitamin A is helpful in reducing the risk

Fruits with their skins must be consumed.

Exercise may also reduce the risk

the drugs you can use are

Chlordiazepoxide plus Clidinium bromide

Omeprazole

Roxatidine

pls take expert advice before taking any of them

Stomach ulcers?

ANSWER :

Hi Casey K, signs of a stomach ulcer can include nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain just beneath the ribcage, indigestion, vomiting, symptoms of anemia, weight loss, and blood present in vomit or bowel movements.

If you experience these symptoms for any length of time, it is important to seek medical attention. These are not symptoms to be ignored.

Stomach ulcers occur when there is a break in the tissue lining of the stomach. These ulcers normally occur in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine that leads out of the stomach, called the duodenum.

Treatment options for stomach ulcers can consist of over the counter medications, prescription medications, modifying your diet, perhaps a lifestyle change that includes the addition of exercise and reduction of stress, and as a last result, surgery.

Jason Homan

How to get rid of excess gas produced in stomach ?

i have hyperacidity. It gets more severe when i take oily foods….

ANSWER :

Try Beano.