Daily Health Tips update for May 14:
Yesterday we recommended some ways to help
combat your seasonal allergies and what you should do when
faced with the symptoms of spring. Today, we’re giving you tips on
what you should avoid doing during allergy season. It could save
you time, money and maybe even a little sneezing.
- Don’t treat symptoms without knowing what you’re allergic to.
You may think you know what’s causing your allergy symptoms, but
more than two-thirds of spring allergy sufferers...
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Daily Health Tips update for May 13:
The season of allergies is upon us. Whether you’re sensitive to
pollen, weeds or dust, an early spring can take its toll on allergy
sufferers. Allergy experts suggest following these allergy “do’s”
to reduce your allergy symptoms.
- Wear glasses or sunglasses when outdoors. Covering your eyes
keeps pollen and other irritants away from this sensitive area,
which reduces itchiness and redness.
- Shower and wash your hair before bed. Cleaning up before
getting into bed...
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Daily Health Tips update for May 12:
When the world gives you lemons, make lemonade … or maybe a
lemondrop martini. Yes, vodka has its obvious uses, but it also
happens to be a handy little liquid to have around the house. Check
these 8 ways vodka can make your life a little brighter and
cleaner.
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Got a toothache? You should probably see a
dentist, but in the meantime you can try swishing a shot of vodka
over the affected area. It can help disinfect and numb some of the
pain in your gums.
- The...
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In a
recent review of saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol, Swanson Ultra
Saw Palmetto Combo (SWU013
and SWU180)
was given an “Approved” rating by ConsumerLab.com.
In independent testing, ConsumerLab.com evaluated saw palmetto and
beta-sitosterol products to determine whether they possessed the
amounts of the key plant compounds shown on their labels. Products
were also tested for potential contamination and for their ability
to properly break apart.
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Daily Health Tips update for May 11:
Spring is finally here, which usually means it is time to dust
off the rubber gloves and get to cleaning out the muck and clutter
we’ve accumulated over the winter. You may be tempted to stock up
on industrial strength cleaners, but the artificial colors and
fragrances often produce toxic results that can irritate your eyes
and lungs, which is especially bad for kids and our furry friends.
Plus, many of the household cleaners on the market...
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Daily Health Tips update for May 10:
Yesterday we shared
five handy household answers to stubborn laundry problems. Here
are 5 more natural and inexpensive tricks and tips:
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Berries: Stretch the item over a large bowl
and sprinkle it with cream of tartar. Pour boiling water on the
stain. Repeat until you've removed as much of the stain as
possible. Rub in a bit of vegetable
glycerin and wash as usual.
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Grease: Gently rub cornstarch into
the grease stain. Let sit for 15 minutes and brush off. Rub in...
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Daily
Health Tips update for May 9:
Sure, you’ve tried to get out those stubborn stains out of
fabrics with bleach or harsh chemicals. And when they don’t work,
sometimes you end up with even more of a disaster on your hands. So
before you go and buy a concoction of chemicals, try these natural
and inexpensive tricks and tips for pulling out your toughest
stains. Here are the first five:
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Grass: Dampen the fabric then rub cream of
tartar into the grass stain. Mix equal parts vegetable glycerin...
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