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Allergies: The Unbearable Sniffing, Sneezing and Drainage

My name is Marilyn Baker, and I have horrible allergies. I’m 42 years old and have been suffering from allergies since I was a child. I have seasonal and environmental allergies. Allergies plague me year round. When I was young, my parents even moved to a dryer area in the hope of helping me. Over the past eight years, I have done extensive research both through doctors and online. I have managed to come up with some combinations that have helped me a great deal. My allergies aren’t gone, but they have become manageable. I do have to have allergy shots, but I also use some natural remedies. I am happy to be able to share my findings with you here on my blog. I hope you can find some of this of value.

Allergies: The Unbearable Sniffing, Sneezing and Drainage

    Athlete's Foot And Diabetes: Three Things You Should Know
    Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a type of fungal infection that affects feet. It's usually caused by Trichophyton rubrum, the same fungi that causes other skin conditions like ringworm and jock itch. Anyone can get athlete's foot, even if they don't participate in any sports. Here are three things you should know about athlete's foot and diabetes. How do non-athletes get athlete's foot? The fungi that causes athlete's foot can spread in a number of ways, and you don't need to be walking barefoot around gyms or swimming pools to pick it up.

    Three Things Gymnasts Need To Know About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    Gymnasts are at risk of many different injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome can make it hard for you to hold a pen, let alone do a handstand or train on the uneven bars. Here are three things gymnasts need to know about carpal tunnel syndrome. What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve—a nerve that starts in your forearm and ends in your hand—gets compressed.

    Have Veins In Your Legs? Two Reasons Why You Need Vein Treatment
    If you have broken veins in your legs, you may feel that there is nothing you can do to change the condition.  You think your legs are forever scarred, so it's caftans and cover-ups for the rest of your life.  However, there is a solution available to you: vein treatment.  Learning more about the benefits of vein treatment can help you see why it's the missing solution that you may have never thought of.

    Early Signs That Someone Needs Anorexia Treatment
    While the image in popular culture of someone suffering from anorexia is a too-thin body and low body mass, there are many more subtle signs that someone is dealing with this condition. Being alert to these signs can help friends and family get treatment for someone with anorexia before they get to that dramatic and potentially dangerous, ultra-thin state. What is anorexia? Anorexia, formally anorexia nervosa, is an eating disorder characterized by a very low body mass index (BMI.

    Abdominal CT Scanning Preparation Guide
    You may be a little nervous if you have an abdominal CT scan scheduled, but the procedure itself is really nothing to worry about. Knowing how to prepare for the scan and what to expect during it can help set you at ease. Read the following guide for more information. Food and drink restrictions You will likely be put on food and beverage restrictions leading up to the scan, since the technician doesn't want any partially digested foods or liquids obscuring the abdominal imaging.

    Nipped In The Bud: Home Remedies For Stressed Out Nipples
    Breastfeeding can help you and your baby to get closer and bond while giving them the essential nutrients they need to grow up healthy and strong – but it's not such a warm and fuzzy time for your nipples themselves. But if you're committed to breastfeeding your baby as long as they need it, what are you to do about your tired, cracked, and sore nipples? If you're looking for a few at-home remedies for stressed out nipples that you can use, then here's what you need to know.

    How Obesity Can Lead To Osteoporosis
    Obesity is a problem that affects millions of Americans, and it can lead to a variety of different health problems. One problem it can lead to is osteoarthritis, which is a condition that affects the joints in the body. Osteoarthritis can be painful and can prevent you from being able to use all the joints you have, but you may be able to prevent it if you lose some weight.

    Use These Strategies To Succeed In Your Physical Therapy Sessions
    Seeing a physical therapist after you've had an injury or been through surgery can help you get back to your healthy self as quickly as possible. Under this professional's guidance, you'll go through a variety of exercises — often designed to strengthen weak muscles and restore your range of motion — in the clinic and learn how to practice them at home, too. Succeeding in physical therapy is partly dependent on your ability to learn the exercises and your dedication to practicing them between sessions, but there are a number of other simple strategies that you can focus on to make the most of your time with your therapist.