Natural & Homeopathic
Results 1-10 from 3,750 articles
Homeopathic Remedies
Asked by L.P. from Hartford
on October 31, 2007
-
I am interested in homeopathic remedies but, sometimes have a difficult time finding what I want/need. I've checked the local health food/natural food shops and also ...
Answers
- The Whole Foods in Hadley has a wonderful selection of homeopathy. I got everything I needed for my homebirth in August there.
- I've ordered some herbs and aromatherapy oils from the San Fransico Herb Company, never had a problem with them: http://www.sfherb.com/
- Now familiar with this but there is a holistic store in sturbridge right on rte. 20, its at the set of lights on the right just before sturbridge village if you are co...
Medicines
Asked by G.O. from Phoenix
on April 23, 2010
-
What is better homopathic or prescription medicines for a child
Answers
- It depends on the condition, but for the most part I think FDA approved prescription medication is better than homeopathic remedies which have not been tested in clini...
- I feel it really depends on what it is being taken for. If you have a really bad infection, cancer, etc. I would use a prescription. I would be more likely to try ho...
- It really depends on the ailment. Infections - definitely anti-biotics. Fevers - ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Congestion - I use a neti pot with a saline solution. Slee...
All Natural Meds for Depression...
Asked by T.D. from Dallas
on May 17, 2008
-
I am dealing with depression and anxiety attacks. I have had my blood work done recently and everything came back perfect! Thank God. I am over 100 lbs overweight, wor...
Answers
- There is a good book, "Battlefield of the Mind" by Dr. Joyce Meyer. Very good at examining how our thoughts affect us. Worked for me. I also started reading a book ...
- I have tried 5HTP and it did absolutely nothing for me. Despite what others say, there is actually research on the natural anti-depressants and many can be quite effec...
- Please be very careful when taking anti depressants, my husband committed suicide 2 months ago, after beginning on an antidepressants for nine days. For 7 days he to...
Seeking Natural Remedy to Acid Reflux / Gerd's
Asked by M.B. from Detroit
on June 16, 2008
-
Hi Mom's
I have terrible acid reflux and am look for a natural alternative. I have changed my diet, drink lots of water, and am losing weight. My doctor put me on...
Answers
- Dear M., Yes there is hope out there! You'd love to hear from my friend Mary and what has helped relieve her symptoms for good. She no longer needs any drugs!Best y...
- Be tested for H. Pylori. It is a simple test. Symptoms look just like Acid reflux. My husband had it and was taking tums non stop. Nothing seemed to work. He hear...
- Here are a few ideas for you, I'm a nurse and this is what we tell patients. put the head of your bed up on blocks. Stop drinking Caffeine and juice (too much acid)....
Medication ?
Asked by A.M. from Rochester
on August 3, 2010
-
My doctor just put me on DOXYCYCL HYC 100MG CAP today for Bronchitis (I am allergic to everything else.)
However, I am now worried about the side effects of this ...
Answers
- I have had at least one (often more) round of bronchitis every year since I was a very young child. No only should you drink that 8oz of water, you should drink as mu...
- i'm not sure what's up here. if you're worried about side effects, why on earth would you consider NOT following the instructions precisely? khairete S.
- I agree with the poster that said LOTS of water. Also ditto to the no dairy. Dairy is certainly bad for creating congestion. Same with highly processed and fatty foods.
Medicine
Asked by J.L. from Boston
on December 17, 2010
-
is it safe to give triaminic multi-symptom fever AND mucinex (for children) at the same time?
Answers
- skip the pills and head for the homeopathic stuff. I swear by it and I used to be a huge skeptic. Hylands makes great herbal remedies I swear work much better than any...
- How old is your child???? That is the bottom line, as well as what is wrong with them... Ask your Pediatrician.....
- I would say NO. They both have dextromethorphan HBr in the active ingredients. edited: sorry but I think I may have clicked on the wrong children's mucinex. I still...
Homeopathic Remedies for Ear Fluid
Asked by R.L. from Pensacola
on August 18, 2011
-
Hi there,
My 7-year old had ear tubes placed about a year ago, and then they fell out. She hasn't had any ear infections (except right after the tubes were placed), ...
Answers
- Buy Neil Med Saline spritz and spray it in nose every night before bed. Not the one that is a squeeze bottle and irrigation. This is at Pill Box Pharmacy or other drug...
- Hydrogen peroxide in the ears. Leave it till it stops bubbling, then drain it. Also the suggestion for vinegar and rubbing alcohol (50/50) may work. I would alert ...
- I hear what you're saying about 'no dairy allergies' but dairy causes mucus no matter what. I strongly suggest getting her off all dairy. If you're concerned about c...
Experience with "The Natural Cure" Books
Asked by V.N. from Santa Fe
on September 12, 2008
-
Has anyone tried any of Dr. Andrew Jones books- "The Natural cure to your migraine headache", "The natural cure to your PMS" or "The all-natural cure to your depressio...
Answers
- I have tried the kevin trudeau books "natural cures what they don't want you to know" Lavender and peppermint oil are good for headaches. what is nice about the natura...
- Is it possible that your hormones (estrogen, progest) are out of wack...this can cause terribe headaches...I just got mine back together and the headaches etc complete...
- Hi V., There are lots of different types of migraines and it depends on why you are getting them, but I have had migraines and the only thing that helped me was acupu...
Anxiety Medication
Asked by M.R. from Chicago
on March 3, 2008
-
I have had anxiety and panic attacks for almost two years now. I've been taking Paxil which has helped me; the only problem I have is that I start to weight gain when ...
Answers
- I have a friend who gained wait on Paxil too. Her and her doc tried numerous meds until they found the right one for her (Prozac). Everyone's body chemistry is diffe...
- I recommend Bach Rescue Remedy in spray form--available at most health food stores (Whole Foods is one)... http://www.bachflower.com/Rescue_Remedy.htm I also rec...
- im on a medication for something else and gained 50 lbs if you would like you can send me a message and we can talk more personaly and with mine there is no replacemen...
Which Flea Medication Works for Cats?
Asked by M. from Houston
on May 2, 2008
-
Hi, I have an outside cat. He has been itchy...I think fleas. I seem to be the only one in my family who gets bitten, mainly on ankles. I haven't seen them yet, but I ...
Answers
- You can go to Petsmart and the vet there will sell you Advantage, one dose, for $10. It works for a little over a month, if you can't afford the expensive multi-packs...
- Advantage or Frontline Top Spot works you can get them at the vet or PetSmart or Petco. The stuff you get the grocery store has alittle bit of meds and alot of water....
- I too have tried over the counter flea med., and they do not work. Several years ago I used Hartz for one of my older cats, and it made him really sick. The ones at th...
