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Alternative Flu Remedies

Last week I thought I had the flu. Actually, I thought I had strep throat, but it turned out to be a severe cold, sore throat, and upset stomach (at least that’s what “Ask-A-Nurse” decided it was). Prior to calling the nurse (I was convinced it was the flu and diagnosed myself with such) I sought out treatments to combat the flu. Do you have any idea how many different products there are that claim to prevent and treat flu-like symptoms? Tons. Let me be clear, it’s never a good idea to self-diagnosis your maladies (that’s what doctors are for). … Continue reading →

Kidney Stones on a Summer’s Day

Kidney stones may actually be more common in the summer than any other time of year! That’s because kidney stones are linked to water consumption. If you aren’t drinking enough water during the summer months, you may be giving your body a chance to develop kidney stones. Kidney stones are made of salts and other minerals in urine that stick together. The stones may be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball. They may stay in your kidneys or travel out of the body through the urinary tract. You may or may not … Continue reading →

Natural Remedies at Familes.com

There are always a lot of things going on at Families.com, so you may or may not have noticed a new tab at the top for Reviews. Everything from cars to cameras to vacuum cleaners to car seats is here! If you’re curious about a new product or want to voice your opinion on something you’ve tried, this is the place to go. If you click on the Health section of the Reviews, you’ll find information about weight loss products, health clubs, and more than a hundred different natural remedies for common health problems like: Acne Arthritis Bladder Infections Cold … Continue reading →

When Diaper Rash Won’t Go Away

If you have a baby who has never had diaper rash, then consider yourself lucky. Many babies get diaper rash, and for some, the problem is more severe than for others. For many babies, using a simple over-the-counter diaper cream can take away the problem in as little as a day. For other babies, however, especially those with sensitive skin, the problem may not be as easily solved. When my son was a few weeks old, he got his first case of diaper rash. I listened to the advice of my doctor, used one diaper cream and then another, but … Continue reading →