Stretch marks may also be influenced by hormonal changes associated with puberty, pregnancy, muscle building etc. Although stretch marks are generally associated with pregnancy and obesity, they can also develop during rapid muscle growth.

Gout is an agonizing form of arthritis. It occurs due to the purines in the uric acid that form around the joints. Those suffering from gout experience heat, swelling, tremendous pain and joint stiffness. Consuming excess purine containing foods like organ meats, dried beans, sardines and anchovies can cause gout.

It’s a trap most women fall into after marriage and kids – they forget about their figures, and in the process, their health as well. They forgo their exercise routines in favor of sleep and eat without a thought as to their health and weight. And before they know it, they’ve gained more weight than [...]