Nosebleeds
Another common health complaint is nosebleeds. Various conditions cause nosebleeds, including blows to the face, excessive dryness, changes in atmospheric pressure, scratching or blowing the nose too strenuously.
Nosebleeds can be classified either as anterior (discharging out the nose) or posterior (discharging down the throat). Posterior bleeding originates in the sinus cavities behind the eyebrows, nose or between the eyes. No matter what position the person is in, the blood will drain out the back of the mouth and down the throat. This condition can affect the elderly that have high blood pressure and they need their doctor’s advice.
The anterior nosebleed is the common variety and flows out the nostrils – although if one lies down, the blood may flow down the throat. Rarely serious, it can usually be treated by applying pressure to the nose and ice to the injured area.
Take these precautions to prevent nosebleeds. Because excessively dry air can cause nasal membranes to crack, form crusts and bleed, increase the humidity in your house if you reside in a dry climate. You can do this with a commercial humidifier. If you need a quick fix, place a pan of boiling water in a small room. To alleviate dry, sore nasal membranes, gently pat aloe-vera, vitamin E or comfrey ointment inside your nose.
A susceptibility to nosebleeds might be caused by a vitamin K deficiency. This is a crucial mineral for normal blood clotting. If you don’t have your fair share, your nose will be more likely to bleed at the least provocation. You can remedy this situation by practicing good, healthy, natural eating habits. The best sources of vitamin K include sprouts, kale and all dark-green leafy vegetables, alfalfa, wheatgrass, barley, spirulina, etc.
A Self-test For Specific Problem Foods
Do a 4-day distilled water fast and most food allergies will clear up. Keep a daily diary. Allow your usual foods one at a time back into your diet. You’ll find out which foods to eliminate from your diet when problems occur.
Your body suffers when you’re water dehydrated. The body’s cells are like sponges, it takes time for them to become hydrated. Daily drink 8 glasses of water.
