Last week I was playing volleyball and sprained my ankle. For me, this is a nightmare. Volleyball season is my favorite time of year, and I wanted to be up and playing as soon as possible. How did I get better? I used the R.I.C.E. method that my school follows for all minor sprains and strains:
Rest: Whether you've injured your ankle, wrist, or back, it's important to rest that area for at least 48 hours after the initial injury. You may need a sling or crutches depending on your situation. You should listen to what your body tells you. If
How to Get Rid of Dandruff
by Rosanne Lorraine September 25th, 2008 | DermatologyGarlic – Nature’s Remedy
by Lisa Stauber September 23rd, 2008 | Herbal Supplements, IllnessGarlic has long been prized as a natural remedy. Garlic contains allicins, which have natural antibiotic properties. It doesn’t just ward off vampires, it can kick out a cold and cure an ear infection! It’s tasty, cheap, and generally safe for home use. Health Eagle has discussed garlic and heart health before, and now we offer you some old fashioned home remedies, as well.
Can garlic cure the common cold? Many researchers are now saying chicken soup will help you survive a cold, and garlic has been fingered as the reason why. An old home remedy for
Know What Pill You’re Popping!
by Lisa Stauber September 18th, 2008 | Drugs, Health Research, Herbal Supplements, Medication, Vitamins
In our modern age, it seems there is a pill for everything. Unfortunately, many times these pills have side effects - and we don't always save all of the fine print we get from the pharmacist.
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Is your dry mouth related to the antibiotics, or a new symptom? Can you drink milk with your statin medication? Can you take your anti-inflammatory with your iron supplement?
What about herbal remedies and vitamins? You can purchase these over the counter, but the FDA doesn’t require them to be labeled the same way prescription medications are. It’s also possible that
Common Headache Types
by Rosanne Lorraine September 16th, 2008 | Illness
Headaches are a common health problem in any part of the world. It is likely that every single person will experience a headache at one time or another during the course of his life. But it is important to realize that not all headaches are the same. Some headaches are mild while some are painful enough to make a patient bang her head against a wall.
Injuries to the neck
Muscle tension
Dental problems
High blood pressure
Eye strain
Disorders in the nose, ears, or
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Anything that stimulates the body's pain receptors in the neck and head can cause a headache to occur. Some causes include:
Injuries to the neck
Muscle tension
Dental problems
High blood pressure
Eye strain
Disorders in the nose, ears, or