Remedies

From eyes that you want to scratch with the same intensity as a mosquito bite to a nose runnier than the Thames, hayfever can cause endless havoc. So, what can you do to minimise your symptoms? A mix of medical interventions (think: antihistamine tablets) combined with natural remedies for hayfever (making sure you wash your clothes thoroughly, to nix any clinging pollen) is likely your best bet. What actually is hayfever? 'Hayfever is a type of allergic rhinitis (an inflammation of the inside of the nose caused by an allergen) which is triggered by pollen, such as that from trees and grass,' explains GP Dr Adwoa Danso (@theclinicdiaries.) Essentially, symptoms occur if your body has an allergic reaction to a type of pollen. Read more at Women's Health magazine.

One minute life appears to be getting back to normal with the vaccine rollout, shops opened up and we could enjoy meeting friends and family outdoors for food and drinks, and now we’re not sure when we can meet people indoors for food due to the higher rates of the Delta mutation of the Covid virus. Fatigue has probably set in for a lot of us. What exactly is fatigue? Fatigue is when the tiredness you feel is often overwhelming and you can't seem to relieve it by sleeping or resting. You may also be suffering from headaches, dizziness, aches and pains and moodiness and may just be writing it off as something else, so is there anything you can do to help beat it and give your body the best chance of staying healthy? Read more at rsvplive.ie

It’s mosquito season, and dealing with itchy bites is always a big nuisance. If you’re in a pinch or not a fan of over-the-counter bug bite treatments, you may want to try these five natural mosquito bite remedies. You’ll likely have these common household items in your fridge or pantry already. So there’s no need to hit up the pharmacy when you’ve got a house packed with mosquito bite-busting ingredients. Watch In The Know’s Phoebe Zaslav give the rundown on these DIY mosquito bite hacks. “Mosquito bites are no fun, and using too much calamine lotion can be harmful to your skin in the long run,” Phoebe explains. 1. Basil Turns out basil is more than just a great pasta seasoning. “Studies suggest that a chemical compound in basil called eugenol can help relieve itchy skin,” she says...

You enjoyed that spicy burrito for dinner, but then it hits you — that uncomfortable feeling in your chest that can only mean one thing: heartburn. Heartburn can be a normal part of life for many people. According to the American College of Gastroenterology, about 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month, and it's estimated that as many as 15 million have heartburn every day. Along with working with a doctor to assess and manage your symptoms, there are also some steps you can take to stop acid reflux naturally. Here are some acid reflux remedies that may help get rid of heartburn without antacids. Warning If you regularly have heartburn more than two or three times per week, see a doctor, because your symptoms may be due to a more serious conditi...

When Emily Johnson developed rheumatoid arthritis at the age of 20, the pain was excruciating. But she soon learned to manage the condition with a change in diet and lifestyle. Emily was in her final year of university when the ring finger on her right hand started to swell up. Soon the painful swelling had spread to another finger and thumbs and her skin became sensitive to touch. “It was excruciating. I couldn’t move my hands as they were stiff with fluid. It was too painful to type and I could barely hold a pen,” says Johnson. Next came the sneezing fits. “I couldn’t sleep or even talk for sneezing, but I passed it off as a cold or hay fever.” Emily was referred to a rheumatologist, who, after initially telling her it was all in her head, eventually diagnosed seronegative arthritis, a...

Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition where someone’s body creates antibodies that attack their own healthy tissue. With psoriasis, certain areas of skin are replaced every 3-5 days instead of 28-30 days. This accelerated skin cell production is what causes the redness, scaliness and flaking of psoriasis. What’s really taking place is a T-cell dysfunction – in particular, the TH17 cell. T-cells are part of the acquired immune system – in other words, a system that someone isn’t born with, but acquires over time. This dysfunction of TH17 cells is typically triggered by an altered microbiome, strep throat or other infection. When these cells dysfunction, they induce a massive amount of inflammation, while, at the same time, T-regulating cells are suppressed. Thankfully though, vitamin D sup...

Summer is here, and the most apparent effect of this scorching hot weather is on our skin. The blazing sun can be unforgiving, especially to the skin. Humidity, hot winds, and pollution take away our skin’s natural glow, thereby leaving it dull, rough, patchy, and dry. Our skin suffers from summer tans. Besides, the heat and dirt together cause blackheads, breakouts, and blemishes on our skin. That’s why it becomes all the more important to nourish it during this hot weather. How do you do that? Well, there are several natural ingredients and super foods that act as natural remedies to give you a glowing skin. So, let’s take a look at a few of them that will come to your rescue this summer season... Continue at Times of India.

More than 31 million people in the U.S. live with some type of eczema, according to the National Eczema Foundation. Otherwise known as atopic dermatitis, eczema affects all ages and races. There is no cure for eczema, so treatment focuses on managing the symptoms of the disorder, which include inflammation, itchiness and cracking of the skin. Along with working with your doctor to manage your condition, here are 13 natural remedies for eczema that may help soothe your skin and ease symptoms. Plus, keep scrolling for five supposed home remedies for eczema that you should probably avoid. 1. Apply Moisturizers With Glycerin   ​People with eczema are missing key agents in their skin's barrier that keep it intact and well-moisturized, which means that tre...

Having a sore throat may bring on more anxiety these days, but it doesn't always warrant a trip to the doctor's office. Sore throats can accompany a lot of different non-emergency conditions, including the common cold, seasonal allergies, acid reflux or simply dry air. Regardless, sore throats can be painful and uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are several things you can do right at home that can help ease the ache without medication or antibiotics. Here are 11 natural remedies for a sore throat you can try the next time you get that unpleasant tickle. 1. Gargle With Salt Water   A salt water gargle should always be your first go-to for a sore throat, Omid Mehdizadeh, MD, otolaryngologist (ENT) and laryngologist at Providence Saint John's Health Cen...