HEALTH CAPSULES

How many people die from heart disease?

One in four deaths in the U.S. is due to heart disease. In Europe, that number almost doubles. Conventional doctors are largely unaware that heart disease can be reversed. But naturopathic doctors know that lifestyle and nutritional changes can bring about a renewal in heart health.

What causes warts?

Warts are caused by an invasion of the human papilloma virus, or HPV. The virus grows under the top layer of skin, the epidermis; entering through a crack in the skin. The virus causes abnormal thickening of the skin, aka a wart.

What causes a nail fungus infection?

A toenail fungal infection is caused by an overgrowth of a fungus that invades the nail. The warm, moist environment of the foot in a shoe is ideal for promoting growth of nail fungus. The same fungus that causes athlete’s foot, jock itch and ringworm also causes nail fungus.

What causes ringing in my ears?

Ringing in the ears, or tinnitus, is caused by exposure to excessively loud noise, or the aging process. This causes damage to the tiny, sensitive hair cells in the cochlea portion of the inner ear. It’s wise to avoid loud noises or use ear plugs to protect your hearing.