Home Remedies
Will Onion Cough Remedy Help Your Cold?
Every fall or winter, we hear from people who'd like to share their favorite family remedies for coughs, colds and flu. We haven't conducted research on any of these, but one that keeps cropping up ye…
High Doses of Vitamin B6 Could Cause Nerve Damag…
What happens when you take high doses of vitamin B6? A deficiency of this crucial nutrient has been linked to nerve damage, particularly nerve pain. But scientists are unsure if supplements help. More…
Can You Control Cholesterol Naturally?
Let's not arm wrestle about the cholesterol theory of heart disease. Most cardiologists believe LDL cholesterol is the culprit behind clogged coronary arteries. That's why they are very quick to presc…
What Are the Health Benefits of Coffee and Choco…
Americans have a puritanical streak. This way of thinking suggests that if something hurts or tastes bad, it must be good for you. Conversely, if it tastes good, you might conclude it's bad for you. T…
Can You Manage Your Blood Sugar Naturally?
Metformin is a first-line medication for people with type 2 diabetes. Although doctors also prescribe it for different disorders, from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) to prostate cancer, the majori…
Cherry Juice Eases Arthritis Pain
Whoever said "Growing older isn't for sissies!" probably had arthritis. Although it sometimes strikes younger people, the constant ache in knees and hips can make it hard for older adults to keep movi…
Dandruff: Why Yeast Feast and How to Control the…
Dandruff may be difficult, but in general, it is not a serious medical condition. Though people who have it may be frustrated by it, or even desperate for relief, dermatologists don't get too excited …
Do Raisins Really Control Nighttime Urination &#…
For years now, we have been hearing from readers that munching a small handful of raisins before brushing the teeth at bedtime can help limit nocturia. That's the fancy medical term for having to get …
Home Remedies for Hemorrhoids – Skip Smart…
Over the last few decades we have collected an amazing array of remedies for hemorrhoids, from blackstrap molasses and rutabaga to banana peel and green tea. They keep coming in like the tide. We have…
Should You Be Taking Vitamin Supplements?
Vitamins were among the most exciting discoveries of the early 20th century. Since then, however, doctors have been expressing a lot of skepticism about the value of taking vitamin supplements. A pron…
Beet Juice Was Better Than a Drug for Lowering B…
Some natural products have an impressive ability to affect human physiology. Among these are vegetables naturally high in nitrate, particularly beets (referred to in England as beetroot). Scientists h…
Too Little or TOO MUCH Potassium Poses Major Dan…
We refer to potassium as the "Goldilocks" mineral. That's because too much potassium or too little potassium can cause serious health problems. Potassium needs to be "just right." Normally, the body h…
How to Treat Blepharitis Eyelid Irritation
Blepharitis, inflamed eyelids, can be annoying as well as painful. It is frequently quite difficult to treat. The usual recommendation is to use hot compresses on the affected eyelid. If that does not…
Gin-Soaked Raisins Offer Relief for Arthritic Pa…
Millions of people have stiff, sore joints. Some rely on NSAIDs such as ibuprofen (Advil, MotrinIB) or naproxen (Aleve) to get relief for arthritic pain. However, while these medications can be helpfu…
What Should You Eat to Reduce Your Risk of Demen…
Do you know how to keep your brain healthy as you grow older? Often, people want to know what you should eat to reduce your risk of dementia. The Framingham Offspring Study offered some answers to tha…
Curcumin from Turmeric Helps People Manage Their…
With all the excitement about prescription drugs to promote weight loss, people have been looking for natural approaches that could be used for that purpose. A few years ago, scientists in Thailand co…
Is Melatonin Safe for Night Shift Nurse?
People who do shift work put their bodies through a lot of stress. Most of us adapt to getting up in the morning and going to bed at night. If we are reasonably regular about the times, our body clock…
Will Tart Cherry Juice Really Soothe Gout Pain?
People who have had one episode of gout are usually anxious to learn how they can avoid another attack. The pain is so intense that even the light touch of a sheet on the affected joint may be unbear…
Sore Throat Remedy Is Hot Stuff
A sore throat is a common symptom of a respiratory infection. Colds, flu, COVID-19–any of them could make it uncomfortable to swallow or sometimes even to speak. Readers have shared a number of reme…
Will Olive Oil Protect Your Brain?
Scientists have found plenty of evidence that extra-virgin olive oil can fight inflammation. Now they believe that it might help protect your brain against cognitive decline or even Alzheimer disease.…
Should You Try Yogurt to Combat Constipation?
Anyone who has suffered from constipation would be grateful for advice on preventing this troublesome problem. Avoiding medications such as opioid pain relievers or even supplements like calcium that …
Can You Use Cinnamon to Reduce Your Cholesterol?
Most people want to keep their cholesterol under control, but some would prefer to do so without medication. It is possible to use your diet to lower your cholesterol levels. Some people report that e…
How Can You Discourage Cockroaches?
Nobody likes cockroaches. On the other hand, we have serious misgivings about the pesticides that are often used to exterminate them. Are there natural approaches to discourage cockroaches and other p…
Do Turmeric Supplements Have a Downside?
The yellow spice turmeric is extremely popular both as a food ingredient and as a supplement. When it is used to flavor food like yellow mustard or curry, turmeric is considered safe. Some case report…
Unorthodox Home Remedies for Chiggers Ease the I…
Chiggers are the bane of berry pickers, hikers, gardeners and farmers. Most of the pests that cause mischief are visible. Ticks, mosquitoes, biting flies and even fleas can be seen with the naked eye.…
Will Boosting Your Step Count Save Your Life?
How many steps do you take a day? You may have heard that you should be taking 10,000 steps a day. Initially, that ideal step count was not based on evidence, but rather was a marketing maneuver by a …
Could A PERSONALIZED Exercise Program Save Your …
There are a couple of health problems that everyone dreads. A diagnosis of cancer is most unwelcome. Neurological conditions run a close second, though. If a doctor diagnoses Parkinson's disease or AL…
What Are the Best Remedies for Under-Breast Rash…
Women rarely talk about one delicate problem that many of them experience. It is especially common when the weather is warm and humid. These conditions favor the growth of yeast or fungus under the br…
How Can You Use Beets for Better Blood Pressure?
With concerns about contaminated antihypertensive medications, many people are interested in ways to lower their blood pressure without drugs. The options are varied: exercise, weight loss, slow breat…
New Ways to Get Rid of Skin Tags
Skin tags have a fancy medical name: acrochorda (a single tag is called an acrochordon). Dermatologists also call them fibroepithelial polyps. These are soft, fleshy growths that often show up in armp…
Readers Favor Both Classic and Unusual Hiccup Re…
We imagine you have personal experience with hiccups. Almost everyone has. The diaphragm contracts involuntarily and the air rushes in. As it does so, it pulls the glottis closed in the voice box and …
What Can You Do to Get Rid of Toenail Fungus?
If you have noticed that your toenails are thick and yellow, you are not alone. Nail fungus affects a lot of people, so we are glad that we can offer some popular remedies for nail fungus. People may …
Do Supplements Like Riboflavin or Magnesium Help…
Migraines are misery. Often the first sign of trouble is some type of visual distortion, known as an aura. The pain may follow, frequently accompanied by nausea and inability to tolerate light or nois…
Milk of Magnesia Is Magnificent Deodorant
Most people think of milk of magnesia as a liquid laxative. That is how it is marketed, and it is certainly effective for that purpose. But many readers have found that topical milk of magnesia makes …
Have You Tried Elderberry to Ease Your Cold Symp…
What is your favorite cold remedy? Sometimes people rely on drugstore products, but they may not be aware of the potential side effects from a multi-symptom cold product. As a result, we frequently pr…
How to Make Warts Disappear by Buying Them
Warts are mysterious growths on the skin that are caused by the human papillomavirus. If you wonder why we term them mysterious, just think back to a case of warts you have witnessed or experienced. W…
Make Sure Your Vegetarian Diet Is High Quality
A vegetarian diet can be beneficial, but the quality of the diet matters. A meta-analysis of 25 randomized controlled trials covering more than 3.5 million participants found that there can be a big d…
Will You Have Better Poop With Blackstrap Molass…
Some home remedies are perennially popular. Others are more unusual. Although we have heard from readers that blackstrap molasses can ease hemorrhoids, we were surprised when a reader reported that ta…
Will You Do Better on Armour Thyroid?
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland can't produce enough thyroid hormones to keep metabolism normal throughout the body. This problem is surprisingly common, affecting nearly 5 pe…
Can Quercetin Control Your Allergy Symptoms?
Many allergy sufferers may be wishing they had a way to prevent the misery of sneezing and sniffling without relying on antihistamines or decongestants. One reader made a serendipitous discovery: quer…