Coping with nosebleeds
Abstract: Nosebleeds are common and are linked with fragile, poorly supported blood vessels in the lining of the nose. These are easily damaged by picking fingers, inflammation, vigorous blowing or sneezing, so...
Author: Dr Sarah Brewer
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An alternative way to treat gout
Abstract: Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a South African creeping plant. Extracts from its root tuber contain compounds known as glucoiridoids that reduce inflammation and have natural painkilling p...
Author: Dr Sarah Brewer
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Natural treatments for boils
Abstract: A boil is a small abscess that forms when a hair follicle becomes infected (usually with the skin bacterium Staphylococcus aureus). Boils are most common in the back of the neck, and in moist areas su...
Author: Dr Sarah Brewer
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Herbal remedies for mouth ulcers and gum problems
Abstract: Many astringent herbs can be used to treat mouth ulcers and tighten up weak gums and loose teeth. Sage is particularly effective as it also disinfects the mouth. Myrrh tincture will sting but it speed...
Author: dk_med
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Repetitive strain injury
Abstract: Most of us associate repetitive strain injury (RSI) with long hours spent using a computer keyboard, and this does seem to be one of the most common causes, says health journalist Deanne Pearson. But ...
Author: Deanne Pearson
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Herbal remedies for nosebleeds
Abstract: Many herbs are reputed to stop nosebleeds, and most are effective. Using a herb as snuff is a traditional way of staunching a nosebleed.Prevention of nosebleedsEyebright, nettle: Make an infusion usin...
Author: dk_med
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Herbal remedies for cold sores, chicken pox, shing
Abstract: Herbal medicine can help all these viral infections that affect the skin. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, and usually occur when the body has an infection or has been exposed to sun...
Author: dk_med
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Herbal remedies for varicose veins and haemorrhoid
Abstract: Varicose veins result from a weakness, or increased pressure in the veins. This causes the thin supporting walls of the veins to bulge out, resulting in distended veins and the pooling of blood. Haemo...
Author: dk_med
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Natural treatment for conjunctivitis
Abstract: Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the outermost layer of the eye and inner lids which causes symptoms of redness, discomfort, itchiness, watering, stickiness and grittiness. Conjunctivitis has thre...
Author: Dr Sarah Brewer
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7 ways to avoid a festive hangover
Abstract: 1. Pace yourselfPacing yourself is one of the most effective ways of avoiding a hangover. Drinking more slowly means alcohol is metabolised before it can build up in your blood stream. It helps to alt...
Author: Dr Sarah Brewer
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