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While probiotics are generally well tolerated, including probiotic-rich foods or adding probiotic supplements might infrequently cause side effects. Although diarrhea is not a typical side effect, probiotics can sometimes cause related symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, bloating or gas.
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If you have low acid production in the stomach and you have a white tongue, you may be infected with Candida, which is a type of yeast. You can treat a Candida infection with a treatment consisting of probiotics and Betaine Hydrochloride, also called Betaine HCL.
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Using a folk remedy, you can use oregano oil to remove skin tags — or harmless overgrowths of skin, typically appearing on the groin, neck, armpits or other areas where there are skin folds. The Skin Center in Laguna Hills, California, suggests that it is possible to use a home remedy to remove skin tags.
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Ear wax protects your inner ear from dirt and other foreign matter. However, too much ear wax can affect your hearing and cause dizziness, pain or itching. For mild to moderate amounts of ear wax buildup, you can clean your ears with a hydrogen peroxide solution at home.
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A sinus rinse using salt water will help you clear up a sinus infection and help you breathe better. The salt in the rinse creates an alkalizing environment that kills bacteria, according to the Pediatric Oncology Resource Center. Additionally, salt dehydrates mucus, which is a breeding ground for airborne pathogens.
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Strep throat, medically referred to as group A streptococcal pharyngitis, is the most common of the acute bacterial throat infections. Strep throat should be treated with an antibiotic. While garlic is said to have antibiotic properties, it's not indicated as a form of treatment for the bacterial infection.
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You can get rid of a dry cough naturally, particularly when a dry throat stems from a common cold or allergies. A dry cough may be a symptom of an underlying medical condition, so it may return until treated for the medical condition.
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The hiatus hernia, also called the hiatal hernia, can cause significant pain and discomfort, although some people may not have symptoms or have occasional bouts of digestive distress.
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Some of the causes of excessive ear wax are exclusive from other causes of wax accumulation in the ears. Dr. Timothy Hain, neurologist and professor emeritus at Northwestern University Medical School, suggests that some people are "wax producers," meaning they naturally produce more ear wax.
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Many of the home remedies used for removing skin tags may not be suitable for all areas of the body, particularly sensitive areas such as the armpits or groin. Some of the methods used for removing the tags involve pinching or cutting the skin, causing intolerable pain and irritation when used on sensitive areas.
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Drinking water helps flush your kidneys of kidney stones, but olive oil helps ease the pain associated with passing the stones. The use of olive oil for kidney stones is a folk remedy that doesn't require a special detox, cleansing or fasting regime. Gayle Alleman, author of "
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Your body needs sodium, but high sodium levels in the blood can cause high blood pressure, heart disease and kidney damage. According to the Harvard School of Public Health, Americans consume at least 1-1/2 tsp. of salt each day. This is about twice the amount you should consume if you have high blood pressure.
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Goose bumps occur when tiny muscles within your hair follicles contract, usually in response to cold, fear or another intense emotion. Many people experience a persistent or recurring skin rash that resembles goose bumps, due to involvement of the hair follicles.
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Ringworm thrives in dust, pet dander and moist, dark places in the home. On occasion, it may be necessary to rid the home of ringworm, especially if a household member or pet has a ringworm infection. Ringworm is a fungus that causes skin infections, and ringworm is contagious.
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Melanin is well-known for its ability to control how solar radiation affects your skin. Copper, Tyrosine, and Vitamin C can help promote melanin production better than suntan pills.
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Ringworm is a fungal organism easily transmitted from one infected host to another. You can prevent the spread of ringworm to other areas of the body and prevent the fungus from affecting another host.
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There are several ways to reduce blood pressure for testing, sometimes called a physical. Job applicants, employees, students and athletes are some of the hopefuls who must undergo testing to qualify for a position where health status is a factor in the determination process.
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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, also called MRSA or antibiotic staff infection, may cause a variety of symptoms when pneumonia--a secondary infection--develops.
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Seek treatment for a staph infection, as soon as the flu-like symptoms appear. Consequences for late or neglected treatment for may cause serious medical conditions or even death. In fact, certain strains of staph may increase the fatality rate among certain populations.
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Telangiectasia, the medical term for spider veins and broken capillaries, may appear anywhere on the face, typically around nose or under the eyes. The causes of spider veins on the face may differ from the causes on the legs or other areas. The red or bluish threads are injured veins or capillaries.
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