Patients with asthma should get an annual flu vaccine, and they should receive the vaccination against pneumococcal pneumonia at least once. [For more information, see In-Depth Report #94: Colds and influenza.]
Patients with asthma and chronic allergic rhinitis may need to take medications daily. Patients with severe seasonal allergies may need to start medications a few weeks before the pollen season, and to continue medicine...
Read moreA Google search for "cholesterol homeopathic remedies" returns more than 300,000 results covering anything from using herbs to specialized... Read more »
Living in Argentina puts me in the opposite seasons as those I write for. Even though many don’t think of Argentina as a “cold”... Read more »
You don’t necessarily need mega disease of specific vitamins and minerals in pill form to treat an illness. Fruits and vegetables are one... Read more »
Anyone who has stubbed a big toe in the middle of the night knows how painful that big toe can be. Anyone who has tried to walk with a... Read more »
The Home Remedy: Drinking tart cherry juice or eating tart cherries helps reduce arthritis pain and inflammation. The tart or sour... Read more »
Q: What is Zicam and how does it work?A: Zicam is an over-the-counter product that contains zinc and is used to reduce both the duration and the... Read more »
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Natural RemediesHerbs and SupplementsGenerally, manufacturers of herbal remedies and dietary supplements do not need FDA approval to sell their... Read more »
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Major Food ComponentsCarbohydratesCompared to fats and protein, carbohydrates have the greatest impact on blood sugar (glucose). Except for dietary... Read more »
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Home RemediesCareful monitoring of the child's condition (watchful waiting) along with home remedies may be a viable alternative to antibiotic... Read more »