When something is wrong, our body always gives us signs which we should recognize. If we listen carefully, they may save our lives. Go Fit Stay Fit team, is going to give you a list of signs your organism is sending to you.
- Leg cramps
A muscle cramp is a strong, painful contraction which comes suddenly and it lasts for a few seconds to several minutes. It usually happens on the leg muscles. Leg cramps in many cases are caused by a mineral deficiency (magnesium, calcium, potassium). To prevent them consume more foods rich in that minerals.
- Food cravings
We all have food cravings. That happens because our body is lacking specific nutrients. To stop them we should stop consuming processed foods and start eating more fresh vegetables and fruits. When our body is going to get the nutrients it needs, the cravings will be gone.
- Dry skin
Dry skin is often caused by environmental factors, such as cold weather, low humidity and soaking in hot water. To treat it you should use moisturizer and avoid harsh, drying soaps. You must also change your diet and eat more nuts, seeds, and fish. Drinking a lot of water also helps us maintain our body hydrate and prevents dry skin.
- Headches
Every one of us has experienced headache. It can be caused by many factors such as lack of sleep, stress, cold, infection, fiver or some other health disorder. Try to find a time to rest and calm your body. Also, consume food rich in magnesium. If the pain doesn’t go away, you should consult your doctor.
- Brittle nails
Brittle nails are nails which split and break easily. Nails can be dry and brittle or soft and brittle. This condition may be caused by many factors such as frequent hand washing, rough treatment on hands and nails and vitamin deficiency. To prevent it you should wear hands gloves, use hand creams and eat food rich in vitamins and minerals.
- Bad breath
Bad Breath is also known as halitosis. It can result from poor oral hygiene or be a sign of some health problem like infections. It is discomfort condition. The best solution for this problem is a good dental hygiene and consuming more fresh foods instead of processed foods.
- Bloating
Many of us suffer from a bloated stomach. It may be caused by insufficient water intake, constipation, and bad diet. To prevent it you should consume more raw food, hydrate your body and do regular exercises. If the cause is a bacterial infection then you must visit your doctor.
- Fatigue
We describe fatigue as lethargic, exhausted and tired feeling. There are numerous of fatigue causes. For example anemia, thyroid disease, heart disease, sleep disorders and diabetes. For treating it, we must have enough rest, consume food which provides energy and have daily physical activates.
- Irregular bowel movement
If we often suffer from an irregular bowel movement, we must change something in our lifestyle and diet. Drinking a lot of water, avoiding fatty foods, consuming more fruits and vegetables will solve this problem. If the cause is some digestive disease, then we must consult our doctor.
- Greek foot
About 20 to 30 percent of people are born with this foot. If you are one of them, you must be asking what it means. Greek foot refers to a second toe that appears longer than the big toe because the first metatarsal bone is short relative to the second. In some cases, it provides pain and swelling so if you want to relieve the symptoms you can use a flexible pad under the big toe or orthotics designed with a metatarsal pad.
