Cold Sore Prevention
Washing Hands The spreads of herpes simplex can be prevented by those experiencing an outbreak by washing hands frequently. People with cold sores should wash their hands before touching another...
View ArticleHair Loss Sources
More information about hair loss can be found at the following sources: American Hair Loss Association http://www.americanhairloss.org/drug_induced_hair_loss/ Mayo Clinic: Hair Loss...
View ArticleHeartburn Resources
For additional information on heartburn, please visit: Cleveland Clinic: What Causes Heartburn? http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/heartburn/hic_what_causes_heartburn.aspx Mayo Clinic:...
View ArticlePrevent Heartburn
Avoid Heartburn To prevent heartburn, the best options include lifestyle habits such as: Quitting cigarettes or avoiding tobacco smoke Eating smaller meals Maintaining a healthy weight Avoiding very...
View ArticleAlternative Heartburn Treatment
Stress & Anxiety Sometimes, stress and anxiety can make heartburn symptoms worse. Certain alternative medicine options may help alleviate stress and anxiety. These options are not backed by the FDA...
View ArticleAlternative Endometriosis Treatment
Home Remedies Taking a warm bath and using a heating pad may reduce pain and cramping associated with endometriosis. Diet and exercise have also been found to play a role in relieving discomfort. Over...
View ArticleEsophagitis Resources
For more information on esophagitis, please visit the following resources: Cedars-Sinai: Esophagitis http://www.cedars-sinai.edu/Patients/Health-Conditions/Esophagitis.aspx Cleveland Clinic:...
View ArticleEsophagitis Prevention
Avoiding Excess Acid and Allergens If esophagitis is caused by allergens, it is recommended to avoid those allergens as much as possible. Food labels should be checked often to avoid consuming foods...
View ArticleAlternative Esophagitis Treatment
Alternative Medicine Review Many esophagitis patients use alternative treatment to help alleviate the symptoms of heartburn that typically occur from esophagitis. It is stressed that alternative...
View ArticleAlternative Corns and Calluses Treatment
Home Pedicures or Manicures Soaking feet or hands in warm, soapy water can help to soften skin. This will assist in moisturizing and tenderizing, preventing further corns and calluses. It will also...
View ArticleAlternative Conjunctivitis Treatment
Home Remedies Over-the-counter eye drops may help to clear up symptoms in some cases, but will usually not be as effective as prescription eye drops. Applying a cool or warm washcloth may soothe the...
View ArticleBrain Aneurism Resources
For more information about brain aneurisms, please visit these sources: Brain Aneurisms: Information and Resources for Patients and Physicians http://www.brainaneurysm.com/default.aspx?pgID=MQ== Mayo...
View ArticleTraditional Treatment of ADHD
It is important to understand that ADHD and ADD cannot be cured. Treatment is an ongoing, lifelong process. The most effective treatment for most people displaying symptoms of ADHD includes both oral...
View ArticlePrevention
Prevention of Symptoms There is no prevention for the development of celiac disease, but avoiding gluten will prevent symptoms and complications once the condition has been diagnosed. A doctor may be...
View ArticleAlternative Treatments
Supplements In cases where nutritional deficiencies are present as a result of intestinal damage, doctors may recommend certain supplements to compensate. Calcium, folate, iron, vitamin D, zinc,...
View ArticleArthritis Resources
Extra information on arthritis can be found at: Arthritis Foundation http://www.arthritis.org/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Arthritis http://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/ Mayo...
View ArticleAlternative Arthritis Medicine
Coping with arthritis is best done through multiple angles that address several causes of arthritic pain. While alternative treatment is not recommended as the single method of treating arthritis, it...
View ArticleEpilepsy Resources
For more information on epilepsy, please visit the following resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Epilepsy http://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/ Epilepsy Foundation: What Is Epilepsy...
View ArticleEpilepsy Prevention
Seizure Prevention Depending on a patient’s triggers, it may be possible to take steps to develop a seizure from occurring. Patients with epilepsy should be monitored for warning signs that may...
View ArticleAlternative Epilepsy Treatment
Ketogenic Diet Children with epilepsy may be able to reduce the occurrence of seizures by following a strict diet. The ketogenic diet is low in carbohydrates and high in fats. With this diet, the body...
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