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A Better Buzzkill
August 1st, 2008As the warm, summer weather draws you outside for barbecues, trips to the lake, and poolside gatherings, you’ll likely encounter some uninvited guests that can quickly cause you to run for cover. Alas, mosquitoes, gnats, and other pesky bugs remain a fact of life during this time of year, making insect repellent a necessity for surviving the season.
Win the battle against bugs with these DEET-free oils.What's My Alternative: Lupus
June 1st, 2008For years, Jesse Loren, a 45-year-old high school teacher who lives near Davis, California, battled severe allergies, kidney problems, and unexplained fatigue. In 2004, she was diagnosed with pityriasis, a skin condition characterized by a pink, scaly rash.
Cool the Fires of Heartburn
May 1st, 2008Just about everyone experiences heartburn at some point in their lives, after a stop at the Rib Shack, say, or too many mochas. For most folks it’s a passing problem. But roughly 60 million Americans suffer that burning sensation in their esophagus once a month, and some 15 million experience heartburn every day. They suffer from GERD—gastroesophageal reflux disorder.
Your stomach can rest easy with these three approaches.What's My Alternative: Urinary Incontinence
May 1st, 2008After giving birth to her first child, Dawn Kramer, 42, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, lived with mild to moderate urinary incontinence for 10 years. “I thought having a little leakage when I laughed or coughed was just a result of becoming a mom,” Kramer says.
Breathe Easier
April 1st, 2008I’m a poster child for sinus distress. Headaches, infections, unbearable pressure—you name it, I’ve had it. So when someone suggested I try putting liquid garlic up my nose, I thought, Well, why not? Not only did it work, it wasn’t the least bit unpleasant—just a slight garlic aftertaste and smell.
What's My Alternative: Back Injuries
April 1st, 2008While 14-year-old Emily Bowman of Colleyville, Texas, was doing sprints during soccer practice, she bent down to touch the field and turn around—and when she couldn’t stand up again, she knew she’d hurt herself badly.
Quick Cold Sore Remedy
March 1st, 2008Wear a high-SPF lip gloss or balm. According to Seattle naturopath Tamara Cullen, prolonged sun exposure can trigger flare-ups.
Lay off the chocolate and nuts. Foods high in arginine disrupt the amino acid balance in your body, which can aggravate the herpes-simplex virus (HSV-1), says Cullen. Cut back as soon as a sore appears.
The next time you feel that telltale tingling, take charge with these tips.What's My Alternative: Bell's Palsy
February 1st, 2008When Ally Crosson, 35, woke up one morning and found the left side of her face partially paralyzed, her first thought was that she’d had a stroke. “I was so frightened,” she says.
