The causes of back pain and inflammation can be hard to pin down, so many people feel locked into a cycle of using medicinal remedies for pain relief. Over-the-counter and prescription drugs, however, cause serious side effects if used for long periods of time.
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Cramps are a common complaint during the menstrual cycle. A March 2014 "American Family Physician" article reports that as many as 9 out of 10 women experience menstrual cramps. The pain can be severe enough that some women miss work, school or social activities.
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Oysters are sea creatures that are often eaten raw with lemon juice or Worcestershire sauce. Raw seafood poses certain health dangers so smoking them is a healthier alternative. Oysters provide numerous vitamins and minerals and are low in fat, and smoked versions are infused with a bold flavor.
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Hemorrhoids are normal collections of blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue that are present in everyone and are thought to help ease the passage of stool and lessen the trauma to the anal canal and anal opening. When they enlarge, hemorrhoids may protrude and may become symptomatic.
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If you are suffering from a persistent cough and are looking for a quick home remedy, olive oil can help reduce coughing symptoms by naturally coating your throat, increasing lubrication and reducing your urge to cough.
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If you have a sulfa allergy, you are not likely to react to sulfites from onions and garlic and vice versa. A sulfa allergy is mediated by the immune system. Sulfite reactions occur because your body is reacting to a metabolic product of sulfite called sulfur dioxide.
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Scientific studies indicate that hormonal birth control doesn't directly cause weight gain, according to MayoClinic.com. Still, many women who use it do gain weight -- particularly in their hips, thighs and breasts.
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Eating too much of any one food component can affect your digestion. Grease, in particular, can impact how your body digests a meal because of the specific chemistry of the fats you eat. A high intake of fatty foods may result in indigestion and cause gastrointestinal distress.
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If you often wake in the middle of the night feeling very hungry, you might need to change your daytime eating patterns. In rare cases, you might have a medical condition known as night eating syndrome, but for most people, waking up hungry during the night means you’re not eating well during the day.
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Caffeine is the most commonly used stimulant in the world. It has been used for centuries to help invigorate the senses and energize the body. Many people use coffee, tea, energy drinks or caffeinated soft drinks as a way to boost energy and alertness at the start of a new day.
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Knowing what allergens trigger your throat to swell, will help you avoid a life-threatening allergic condition, called anaphylaxis. Throat swelling allergies are a common sign of anaphylaxis, a severe allergy that affects your entire body.
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Blood clotting is necessary for preventing hemorrhages once you've been cut or bruised. Certain nutrients are essential for your body to carry out the process of blood clotting, and you can get these nutrients from eating a balanced diet.
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L-Glycine, or glycine, is a non-essential amino acid, which means your body can produce it on its own if not enough glycine is available through your diet. Glycine is the smallest amino acid in size, but it has many powerful effects on your body and is involved in a variety of biochemical reactions.
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Scalp fungus is an uncomfortable condition that can leave you with unsightly dandruff and intolerable itching. While standard treatments are available, some people opt to treat scalp fungus with vinegar as a less harsh home remedy.
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A rash that appears anywhere on the body of a tiny infant can be distressing. However, a rash that appears behind the ears of a baby often can be identified as a particular, treatable condition.
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The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports that a deficiency in electrolytes like potassium can cause muscle cramps, particularly in your legs. This can occur frequently in the summer, when heat causes you to lose salt and other minerals through your sweat.
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Penicillin, discovered in 1929, has been nicknamed the miracle drug. Penicillin fights bacteria in the body that cause infections, and it does so very efficiently in many cases. However, it can cause unwanted side effects.
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Your heart rate is another way to say the number of times your heart beats per minute. This varies between people, but knowing your heart rate, and how it tends to change during rest and exercise, helps you monitor your own health. A lower heart rate when you're at rest usually indicates a healthier heart.
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During pregnancy, you need large quantities of folic acid to help ensure that you're meeting the needs of your developing embryo or fetus. Generally speaking, 800 micrograms of folic acid is not too much -- in fact, your obstetrician may advise you take as much as 1000 micrograms of folic acid daily during pregnancy.
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Vitiligo is a condition that causes the loss of melanin from your skin. Melanin is the pigment that is responsible for the color of your skin, eyes and hair. Vitiligo manifests when your melanin-producing cells die or no longer generate melanin, which causes white patches of skin to appear in the affected area.
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