Tag: remedies

Facial Coverings and Skin Problems

If you find that wearing a face mask is causing a skin problem like a rash, acne, or other irritation, you may be able to treat it yourself. To help, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) gathered expert advice from dermatologists, wound care nurses, and doctors on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what… Continue reading Facial Coverings and Skin Problems

High Blood Pressure Is Out of Control in America

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, and about 75% of those with high blood pressure don’t have it under control. High blood pressure is the leading cause of heart attack and stroke and the most significant controllable risk factor for these conditions. It is also a contributing factor for worst outcomes for… Continue reading High Blood Pressure Is Out of Control in America

Lack of Sleep at Midlife Is Bad for Your Health

Many of the women I talk to tell me that lack of sleep is one of the biggest side effects of menopause, but they accept it as part of life. Now, though, there’s reason to be more wary of midlife insomnia, because lack of good quality sleep can triple the risk for a heart attack.… Continue reading Lack of Sleep at Midlife Is Bad for Your Health

Age and the Risk of Heat-Related Health Problems

With summer here and the temperature rising, it is important to understand the health risks that excessive heat can bring and know the signs of heat-related illnesses. Older adults and people with chronic medical conditions are particularly susceptible to hyperthermia and other heat-related illnesses. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes… Continue reading Age and the Risk of Heat-Related Health Problems

Echinacea and The Common Cold

Who doesn’t want to get over an aggravating cold? Some dietary supplements are said to be great at ending the sniffles, but it pays to be cautious when taking them. Here, from the Mayo Clinic, is what you need to know: According to Mayo, research suggests that some echinacea supplements can shorten the length of… Continue reading Echinacea and The Common Cold

Parkinson’s and Complementary Health Treatments

Editor’s note: If you’re struggling with Parkinson’s, or have a loved one who is, it may be tempting to try complementary health treatments in addition to conventional medicine. But how good are these remedies? Here, experts from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, one of the National Institutes of Health, offer an overview.… Continue reading Parkinson’s and Complementary Health Treatments

Home Remedies: Gas, Bloating and Belching

According to an article on the Mayo Clinic News Network, bloating, burping and passing gas are usually caused by swallowed air or the breakdown of food through digestion. Here’s what causes them, and how to remedy them: Bloating is a gas buildup in your stomach or intestines, the article says, building up in your stomach… Continue reading Home Remedies: Gas, Bloating and Belching

Spring Allergies: 6 Tips to Stop The Sneezing

The arrival of spring may bring warmer weather, but that warm, dry breeze also carries pollen. And for the more than 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies, that means it is time to stock up on tissues and allergy medicine. Unfortunately, this spring it’s not just pollen that has us sneezing. “We are already… Continue reading Spring Allergies: 6 Tips to Stop The Sneezing