Introduction Apples are one of the most widely cultivated and consumed fruits around the world. Well-known types include Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, and Red Delicious among others. The popularity of apples can be attributed to their sweet yet slightly tart taste, versatility in cooking, baking, and snacks, and extensive nutritional value. Apples are rich sources…
Introduction Edema refers to swelling occurring in various parts of the body, most commonly the lower extremities, due to fluid accumulation in the tissues. This excess fluid congestion results from physiological dysfunction that upsets the complex balance within the cardiovascular system and fluid regulation mechanisms in the body. Edema itself is not a singular disease…
Introduction Water soluble vitamins are a group of 9 essential vitamins that play critical roles within the body to support optimal health and prevent disease. Unlike fat-soluble vitamins that can be stored in adipose tissues, water-soluble vitamins cannot be readily stored and are rapidly excreted in urine. This makes consistent dietary intake vital for maintaining…
Introduction A Bee Sting can cause reactions ranging from temporary localized pain and swelling to severe and extensive swelling requiring emergency care. Bee stings occur when a bee injects venom through its stinger into the skin of its victim. While a typical reaction results in minor swelling, redness, and pain at the site of the…
Introduction Facial Swelling from Tooth Infection, also known as a dental abscess, can cause severe and sudden facial swelling. This occurs when bacteria invade the pulp of the tooth, spreading into the root canal and bone tissue around the tooth. As pus builds up, it puts pressure on the surrounding area, causing the face to…
Introduction Swelling Eyes from Allergies occur when pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites infect any part of the eye, including the conjunctiva, cornea, or inner structures. They are extremely common, accounting for around 1-2 million outpatient visits and 50,000 hospital admissions per year in the United States alone. Eye infections range widely in severity, but…
Introduction It’s not uncommon after a long day to notice your fingers feeling stuffed like sausages or your ankles resembling those of a cankle model. You slip off your shoes and are startled to see your feet ballooned up – they barely resemble their normal size and shape. What’s behind this pooling of fluids in…
Introduction Facial swelling refers to inflammation or fluid accumulation in the face, leading to enlarged facial features like puffy cheeks, lips, or around the eyes. This swelling emerges gradually or rapidly and is usually a symptom indicating a more serious problem rather than a stand-alone condition. Facial swelling should not be ignored as it can…
Introduction If you have diabetes, you may sometimes notice your feet becoming swollen or puffy. This swelling, medically known as edema, occurs when excess fluid accumulates in the tissues of your feet and ankles. Although occasional minor swelling can happen to anyone, having persistently swollen feet with diabetes is a problematic sign that needs medical…
Introduction It’s common for new mothers to look down at their fingers, toes, or legs after giving birth and wonder why they suddenly look like they are swelling up. This phenomenon has an explanation though – postpartum swelling is experienced by about 80% of women in the first week after having a baby. And while…
