According to statistics, approximately 42% of knee injuries are related to MCL, or Medial Collateral Ligament tear or sprain. In the U.S., 74,000 people report ligament injury every year, especially high school students and sportspersons.  While playing a sport (particularly football) players/students often get hit. When the side of the knee gets hit hard, it might damage the MCL.  But, what exactly is MCL? Let’s find out!  Medial Collateral Ligament It is a tissue band that runs along the inner side of your knee. It helps keep your knee stable by connecting your ... read more

Do you often feel agonizing lower back pain? Chances are, you might not be suffering from any serious medical condition. Instead, it could be because of your sleeping position or posture. Yes, you read it right. Your sleeping posture has a lot to do with your orthopaedic health, especially when it concerns your back or spine. Thankfully, there are simple techniques that you can adopt to relieve backache. Healthy Sleep Habits The first trick is to adopt some healthy sleeping habits. Of course, you should set your schedule for a good night's sleep. But there's a lot more than ... read more

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your kids get caught up in a wound, and you don't know what to do? Most parents have faced a similar situation, especially in the years when their kids are small. No doubt that with time those injuries heal, but there are few methods to expedite the process.  Before moving forward with these methods, do not forget to seek medical help if your kids' situation is worsening.  Meanwhile, read what this article has in store for you with all the effective ways to deal with the injuries of your young ones. Let's jump ... read more

The feet endure the weight of the whole body. Because of this, problems in the feet are not uncommon. They may become sore and painful if you've been walking for a longer time than usual or if you've been running too much. This soreness may come and go, but there are times when the soreness may become a symptom of an underlying disease. This is why you should always try to determine the cause of the pain if it has started abruptly, without an apparent cause.  New mothers tend to ignore the pain because it seems expected, but you must get it looked at by the doctor if it is prolonged ... read more

Have you ever come across a picture of the bathtub adorned with rose petals, candles, and other beautiful products? We are sure you must have. You might have wondered how lucky those people are who get to experience this kind of luxurious bath. But do you know that you can also get one? Of course, you can have a captivating and calming bathing session and that too at the leisure of your home. Confused? Don’t worry! We are here to clear the clouds of confusion for you.  First things first, why do you want such a kind of bath? The answer is - to say bye-bye to all the worries ... read more

According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), 6.11 million children in the United States have ADHD. However, with the advancement of medical science, it is found that ADHD is not only limited to kids. Adults can also be diagnosed with this disorder. In fact, more than 5% of the adults in the U.S. are living with this condition.  Furthermore, according to the national institute of mental health, the prevalence of this condition is expected to grow to 8.1%.  If you are recently diagnosed with adult ADHD, you must have several doubts about it. Don’t worry; ... read more

If you do not have enough vitamin c in your body, you will become prone to several diseases and infections. It is a well-known fact that foods with enough vitamin c boost your immunity and make you stronger against various bacteria and viruses. Some of the foods that we consume daily are a very promising source of vitamin c including tomatoes, cabbage, and green peas. Apart from them, chili peppers are also a great source of this micronutrient. Chillies are more up your alley if you like heat in your food. One red chili contains close to 65 mg of vitamin c. Green herbs such as thyme contain ... read more