Stretch marks, dark discoloration of the skin, weight gain, and hair fall – these are some of “the ugly truth” about pregnancy. Only a few women are very lucky to experience a glow during their pregnancy, but don’t be jealous since it’s perfectly normal. And once you see this little bundle of joy you carry in with you for 9 months, everything will be worth it.

Dandruff is a common problem that affects both men and women. The medical term for this condition is also Seborrheic dermatitis. It is a very common condition of the skin that leads to white flakes or scales on the scalp and few other areas such as inner ear or eyebrows. It is the most commonly seen problem of the scalp and the treatment is mostly only symptomatic that involves regular use of shampoos or medicinal oils that can bring temporary relief.

Asthma is a disorder characterized by inflammation of the lungs and the airways. As it causes the airways to swell, it reduces the amount of air that enters as the muscles from the tract usually become tight, thereby causing shortness of breath, bough and even wheezing.  In different people, asthma can be triggered by 1 or more variable factors to varying degrees, such as dust, animal fur, pollen or change in weather, mold, stress (physical or psychological), respiratory infections, smoke or even exercise. Some of these cases are genetic and usually run in families, while some may be triggered by certain common drugs. While each person and has response to these stressors is different, if regulated the right way, t is very much possible for a person with asthma to carry on the daily routine activities, including regular exercise.

Hair loss in a natural physiological and chemical process, and it is not always seen as a problem. Typically, an average person loses 10-12% of their hair during a resting phase, which falls out after a few months, making way for new hair to grow. This phase cycle lasts 1-8 years where the hair will grow about an inch every month (this can vary among individuals). But at any giving point, almost all of your hair you currently have is growing continuously, so hair fall is just a part of the cycle.

Cellulite is a scary term for most women today. It basically refers to the flab or fat deposits beneath your skin. Adipocytes, or fat cells are enlarged, displacing other cells and occupying more space under the skin layer. These fat cells further expand often causing bulging or layering or skin, also seen as dimpling. The problem of cellulite deposition is usually seen in women only. Some of the body parts where cellulite is commonly observed are abdomen, buttocks and thighs. Cellulite does not always correspond to obese individuals and can also be seen in normal or slightly overweight women. Since it directly affects the curves of the body, and is visually striking, it often is the cause of lack of self-confidence or image issues.

Acne is a skin condition that is also commonly known as pimples or zits. It may be in the form of whiteheads, blackheads or even red and inflamed patches. Usually, they surface when the pores on our skin get clogged. Our hair follicles usually also release oil that helps in removing the old and dead skin cells as a continual process. The oil or sebaceous glands are attached to the hair follicles on the skin and secrete sebum. At times however this gland can get clogged or secrete excess oils which leads to accumulation of dirt and even bacteria. Though commonly seen in teenagers during adolescent, acne is not uncommon in adults.

We all have drool over the perfect bodies and dazzling skin we see among the celebrities. While a lot of that dazzle has to do with make-up and photography skills, it’ s every woman’s dream to have a clear, fresh, young and smooth skin. Interestingly, the fact is that this is not an impossible dream and with little bit of perseverance and self-discipline, is quite achievable naturally without spending piles of dollars. Here are a few quick tips.

Diabetes is a common problem that affects a large number of people and is a complex disorder that has a direct impact on all organs of the human body. Depending on its severity and its management, it is often life threatening or responsible for many co-morbidities such as blindness, sores and infections and even gangrenes that may even lead to limb amputations.  Nonetheless, it is extremely important for diabetics to closely monitor their health and lifestyle choices, in order to live a normal healthy life.