Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Can What You Eat Make Your Allergies Worse?
yes, yes it can. Apples, bananas, watermelon. If you eat them in the fall, they can exacerbate your pollen allergies. Ugh. Here's why.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Friday, August 24, 2012
Do you need pills to fall asleep?
Well, stop taking them! That's right, there are other, natural, safe ways to help you get the sleep you need.
Here's the story.
And here's the deal: I read. Almost every night, I read. Sometimes, if I'm really tired, I get through one page of a book. Then, I sleep. But it works... I don't toss and turn and try to find the right place...by the time I've read until I feel tired, my body AND mind are ready for sleep.
I haven't (yet) had a problem with waking up in the middle of the night -- but, if I did, I think I'd try more reading to lull me back to sleep.
Reading is a way to reduce stress and help you focus. Getting relaxed is a key to good sleep, and reading helps there, too.
Here's the story.
And here's the deal: I read. Almost every night, I read. Sometimes, if I'm really tired, I get through one page of a book. Then, I sleep. But it works... I don't toss and turn and try to find the right place...by the time I've read until I feel tired, my body AND mind are ready for sleep.
I haven't (yet) had a problem with waking up in the middle of the night -- but, if I did, I think I'd try more reading to lull me back to sleep.
Reading is a way to reduce stress and help you focus. Getting relaxed is a key to good sleep, and reading helps there, too.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Bee Pollen for Allergy Relief?
Can bee pollen help relieve your allergy symptoms?
WebMD says...not so fast.
But, I'm trying it.
It is supposed to help improve circulation and alleviate allergy symptoms. It does have protein and does contain vitamins.
I've been taking it for about a month now with no noticeable side effects. And, some circulatory benefits, it appears.
Stay tuned as to whether it helps with my allergy symptoms.
I take 1 tsp. per day every evening before bed.
WebMD says...not so fast.
But, I'm trying it.
It is supposed to help improve circulation and alleviate allergy symptoms. It does have protein and does contain vitamins.
I've been taking it for about a month now with no noticeable side effects. And, some circulatory benefits, it appears.
Stay tuned as to whether it helps with my allergy symptoms.
I take 1 tsp. per day every evening before bed.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Does eating honey help you fight allergies?
I suffer from seasonal allergies and have since I was a child. This year, with the mild winter, I've been suffering for longer than normal. I'm congested, sneezy, itchy eyes. Typical allergy stuff. And, I can't get relief. Antihistimines work ok, but make me tired. Claritin and Zyrtec do virtually nothing. Benadryl is my best bet, but still I face congestion that is very unpleasant.
So, recently a friend suggested I try honey. LOCAL honey, she said. LOCAL honey from local bees means you will take in some of the allergens causing your problems. And eventually, build up immunity. That's the theory, anyway.
So, I decided to check it out. Does local honey help with allergies?
The reviews are mixed, but leaning toward YES.
Here's a 2009 article on the efficacy of local honey to fight allergies.
Here's a short, not-so-sweet, WebMD post on the topic.
And here's what I'm doing. I'm taking honey every morning to see if I can get relief. I mean, it's sweet, kinda yummy, and it MIGHT help. Since I'm suffering pretty badly anyway, I'll try the honey. The good news, YOU will get the results as I report them.
So, recently a friend suggested I try honey. LOCAL honey, she said. LOCAL honey from local bees means you will take in some of the allergens causing your problems. And eventually, build up immunity. That's the theory, anyway.
So, I decided to check it out. Does local honey help with allergies?
The reviews are mixed, but leaning toward YES.
Here's a 2009 article on the efficacy of local honey to fight allergies.
Here's a short, not-so-sweet, WebMD post on the topic.
And here's what I'm doing. I'm taking honey every morning to see if I can get relief. I mean, it's sweet, kinda yummy, and it MIGHT help. Since I'm suffering pretty badly anyway, I'll try the honey. The good news, YOU will get the results as I report them.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
How I'm Keeping My Hair!
I know I've mentioned before that I struggle (or have) with hair loss.
Actually, about 10 years ago now, the woman who cuts my hair noted that it was thinning somewhat, and of course receding -- which I had also noticed.
She said I probably didn't want to get into Rogaine but that I should do something or I'd be bald before I was 40.
She recommended Nioxin. It's a shampoo system designed to promote healthy hair and scalp. Nioxin does NOT claim to help regrow hair.
But, there have been signs of new growth. And my hair is healthy and relatively thick. Sure, I've experienced some hair loss. But not too much. And, I'm nearing 40 and NOT bald.
So, if you want to keep your hair and keep it healthy, you should get Nioxin.
Actually, about 10 years ago now, the woman who cuts my hair noted that it was thinning somewhat, and of course receding -- which I had also noticed.
She said I probably didn't want to get into Rogaine but that I should do something or I'd be bald before I was 40.
She recommended Nioxin. It's a shampoo system designed to promote healthy hair and scalp. Nioxin does NOT claim to help regrow hair.
But, there have been signs of new growth. And my hair is healthy and relatively thick. Sure, I've experienced some hair loss. But not too much. And, I'm nearing 40 and NOT bald.
So, if you want to keep your hair and keep it healthy, you should get Nioxin.
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