Some people cannot stop drinking on their own. The disease is too serious and they may suffer from severe withdrawal symptoms, which can lead to death. Other people, whose drinking is not so severe, may suffer from mild symptoms and can manage through a self-detox process with guidance from a professional.

Food allergy affects approximately 5 percent of children and 4 percent of adults in the United States, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

Mucus in the chest is a common result of bronchitis, allergies, post nasal drip and pneumonia. Choosing the right medication to reduce the amount of mucus in the chest depends on the condition causing it.

Gel-filled discs cushion the spaces between the cervical vertebrae, the bones that protect the spinal cord in the neck area. If the disc is damaged, it can bulge or herniate into the spinal canal and compress the nerve closest to the defect.

Bleeding in the brain, or hemorrhagic stroke, is a life-threatening situation. It typically occurs when an aneurysm, a bulge in a blood vessel, bursts. Brain cells, starved of blood supply, immediately begin to die. Brain tissue begins to swell in response to the bleeding, which can also kill cells.

The aorta, the main artery carrying blood to the body, runs through the middle of the abdomen. An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) results from a weak spot in the abdominal segment of the aorta that causes it to bulge. Rupture of the bulge is a life-threatening emergency because of internal bleeding.

Magnesium helps regulate levels of calcium, zinc, and other vitamins and minerals. It also helps the body produce energy and contributes to proper organ function.

If you purchase an over-the-counter expectorant, the active ingredient is almost certain to be guaifenesin. Guaifenesin thins secretions in the lungs and nasal passages, makes it easier to cough up phlegm and eases lung congestion. Guaifenesin has few side effects when taken at recommended dosages.

Diabetes is an increasingly common condition. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), approximately 1.4 million new cases are diagnosed every year in the U.S. Diabetes can be challenging to control, and many natural remedies, including cucumbers, are touted to help lower blood sugars.

Herniated discs can result in varying amounts of pain and inflammation. While acupuncture can't cure the degenerative disc disease that is often associated with this condition, at the very least, it can help with the associated discomfort that frequently accompanies disc herniations.

Multivitamins can be great additions to your diet, but if you are on Coumadin or other blood thinning medications, avoid multivitamins that contain vitamin K and high doses of vitamin E. These vitamins can interfere with how Coumadin works.

Often referred to as heartburn, acid reflux is a burning sensation in the chest that occurs when stomach contents back up into the esophagus. While acid reflux may limit what foods can be tolerated, whole grain and fiber-rich oatmeal may benefit individuals who suffer from these symptoms.