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Home Remedies for Gout?My husband has been having recurring attacks of gout in a big toe. Is this diet related? Any suggestions on suggestions for what to eat/not to eat?

 

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Dealing With a Broken ShoulderThis is a page about dealing with a broken shoulder. After the pain of the break, there then comes an amazing array of lifestyle modifications you will need to make to keep up with day to day activities.

 

Lemon juice in a bowl and cutting board with fresh lemons on it.

Using Lemon Juice on Gray Hair?The only confirmed advantage to using lemon juice or even vinegar on gray hair is to reduce the yellowing that occurs due to environmental contaminants and pollutants. It will not return your hair to its original color. This is a page about using lemon juice on gray hair.

 

Inexpensive Ways to Lose Weight, Scale being cinched in by a tape measure.

Inexpensive Ways to Lose WeightThis is a page about inexpensive ways to lose weight. We have all seen the numerous TV ads for various pills, drinks, and diet programs promising to help you lose weight.

 

Hair in curlers getting a perm.

How Soon Can I Get Another Perm?Re-perming your hair too soon can have disastrous results, depending on the condition of your hair and the type of perm used. Talk to a professional to determine how long you should wait. This is a page about, "How soon can I get another perm?".

 

A man touching his eye lid.

Treating a Bug Bite on Your Eye LidBug bites can be a nuisance anywhere on your body, but the eyelid is a particularly annoying place to have one. Treating a bug bite on your eye lid isn't as easy as on other places, but it should still be kept clean and not irritated by touching or rubbing it.

 

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Finding Listerex Face Cleanser?Does anyone remember a face cleanser named Listerex? It was popular about fifteen years ago and then just disappeared. I'd love to know if it is still being made and if so where I can purchase it? Thank you.Mary

 

Hand holding glass bottle of iodine.

Uses for IodineMany people take supplements to ensure they are getting enough of this essential mineral nutrient. This is a page about uses for iodine.

 

Close up of woman with thin eyebrows plucking them

Getting Over-Plucked Eyebrows to Grow BackThis is a page about getting over-plucked eyebrows to grow back. Over-plucking of your eyebrows can result in patchy thin or bald spots.

 

Woman with White Hair

Caring for White HairThis is a page about caring for white hair. As we all age our hair begins to gray. Eventually it moves on to white. Keeping your white hair looking its best is easy to do.

 

boy squeezing blemish

Remedies for WhiteheadsThis is a page about remedy for whiteheads. Comedones, also know as whiteheads, are caused by blockages under the surface of the skin. This page has remedies for whiteheads.

 

A denture tablet submerged in water.

Storing Denture TabletsThis is a page about storing denture tablets. Denture tablet users like to have a convenient storage solution for this product.

 

Remedies for Chafing

Remedies for ChafingThis is a page about remedies for chafing. The redness and irritation of chafed skin is uncomfortable.

 

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Keeping Makeup From Rubbing Off On Clothing?Having your makeup rub off on your favorite top is very frustrating. This is a page about keeping makeup from rubbing off on clothing.

 

removing a ring

Removing a Ring That is Stuck on Your FingerThis is a page about removing a ring that is stuck on your finger. Many of us have on occasion had the misfortune to have a ring stuck on our finger. It can be painful, cause swelling, and can be difficult to remove.

 

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Tingling Feet Caused By Neuropathy?I am looking for treatment ideas for tingling feet caused by Neuropathy.

 

Shingles Blisters

Shingles Advice?This is a page about shingles advice. Shingles is a viral infection resulting in a painful rash.

 

A woman painting white iodine on her nails to strengthen them.

Using White Iodine for Weak FingernailsThis is a page about white iodine for weak fingernails. Strengthen your fingernails safely with colorless iodine to bind the protein.

 

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Dyeing Salt and Pepper Hair?Any hair colorists out there? I've been using Natural Instincts on my salt and pepper hair. It always turns out blond with yellowed ends.

 

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Thinning Out Nail Glue?I have some brush-on nail glue that has thickened. What do I use as a thinner? Acetone, polish thinner, nail polish remover?

 

Homemade Beauty Products

Storing Homemade Beauty Products?This is a page about storing homemade beauty products. Homemade beauty products are a popular alternative to commercial ones that often contain chemicals that users shy away from. However, they also lack the chemicals used preserve the retail products. Proper storage is necessary to prevent bacterial growth in homemade beauty supplies.

 

Listerine

Uses for Listerine MouthwashThis page contains uses for Listerine mouthwash. This oral health product can be used in a variety of ways for personal health and around the house.

 

A woman itching her back.

Sunless Tanning Products Causing ItchingThis is a page about sunless tanning products causing itching. Many consumers are allergic to ingredients in certain topical beauty products including sunless tanning formulas.

 

A woman taking a supplement pill.

Dr. Newton's Naturals Supplements Reviews?This is a page about Dr. Newton's Naturals supplements reviews. Many people take supplements to make sure they are getting the proper vitamins and minerals.

 

Woman Cleaning Fingernails

Tips for Cleaning FingernailsThis page contains tips for cleaning fingernails. Wearing gloves for dirty jobs and keeping a nail brush handy can help make cleaning your nails easier.

 

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Preventing Stinky Feet from CrocsThis is a page about preventing stinky feet from Crocs. Keeping your feet from sweating is the best way to help prevent foot odor. Try wearing cotton socks with your Crocs, use foot deodorant, or wash your feet a couple of times during the day on hot days.

 

When Should Girls Start Shaving

When Should Girls Start Shaving?This is a page about when should girls start shaving. It is a common question that often begins to be heard in grade or middle school.

 

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Hair Has No Body After Coloring?I have been coloring my hair since I started getting gray. For about a week or two after coloring, my hair seems to have no body, is way too soft, and won't hold a style or even hold a rubber band for a pony tail. I don't like this flippy-floppy texture when my hair is thick with a nice wave without hair coloring.

 

Extremely dry sunburned skin.

Remedies for Dry Sunburned SkinThis is a page about dry sunburned skin remedies. Spending too much time in the sun can leave you with dry sunburned skin.

 

Girl with sinus pain.

Home Remedies for Sinus ProblemsThis is a page about home remedies for sinus problems. Sinus headaches or pain can be very bothersome.

 

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Homemade Coffee Eyebrow Tint

Homemade Coffee Eyebrow TintThis is a page about homemade coffee eyebrow tint. The solution to light or patchy eyebrows is right there in your kitchen.

 

A bag of bath salt with oranges.

Rejuvenating Orange Salt BathThis epsom salt and orange peel based bath salt recipe, will rejuvenate you, easing stress and minor aches and pains. This is a page about rejuvenating orange salt bath.

 

Wearing Earrings With Sensitive Skin

Wearing Earrings With Sensitive SkinThis page is about wearing earrings with sensitive skin. There are ways to tolerate those inexpensive earrings when you react to the metals they contain.

 

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Stewardess Diet?About ten years ago I had information about a Stewardess or Pilot Diet but I can't find it. Also, there was a book that was called the two day diet, can't find it either. Any help would be appreciated.

 

Blue plastic grocery bag.

How to Use a Plastic Bag for a Shower CapIf you need a shower cap and don't have one handy, a plastic shopping bag can be used as a substitute. This is a page about how to use a plastic bag for a shower cap.

 

Girl with gum wrapped around finger

Removing Gum from Skin?If you have gotten gum stuck to your skin, there are several ways to remove it. This is a page about removing gum from skin.

 

Applying Moisturizer

Using Petroleum Jelly as a MoisturizerPetroleum jelly, whether Vaseline or a store brand, can be used as a moisturizer. Dermatologists recommend it for dry skin. Some consumers will not use it because it is in fact petroleum based and choose to use other oils or commercial products. The controversy continues. This is a page about using petroleum jelly as a moisturizer.

 

Man with a mohawk.

Sleeping With a Mohawk Haircut?This is a page about sleeping with a mohawk. Keeping your mohawk styled for a time means you will need to sleep with it. This can be done fairly easily.

 

Cause of Tiny Red Itchy Spots - closeup of spot in skin

Cause of Tiny Red Itchy Spots on Skin?It can be a challenge to determine the cause of skin irritation when you can't see any pests. This is a page about cause of tiny red itchy spots on skin.

 

Spirits of Ammonia and Coke

Spirits of Ammonia and CokeThis page is about spirits of ammonia and coke. Used as a home remedy for a variety of ailments.

 

Saving Money on Haircuts, Haircut

Saving Money on HaircutsThis is a page to saving money on haircuts. Haircuts are a necessity that can sometimes be expensive. Finding ways to trim a little off the price is always nice.

 

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Going Permanently Gray Gradually?If you have been dyeing your hair to cover the gray you may want to work with a hairdresser to decide on the best approach to showing your natural hair color. A new shorter style or temporary color or highlights may work for you. This is a page about going gray gradually.

 

Permed Hair

Straightening Permed HairThis is a page about straightening permed hair. Sometimes a perm is used to give your hair body, but you still want to have a more sleek style.

 

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Diet Plan After Gallbladder Surgery?I am about to have gallbladder surgery. I wanted to ask others who have had it done, what type foods or daily food plan they had to eat and stay on as to not hurt afterwards or promote diarrhea?

 

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Uses for Expired Grapeseed Oil?I have a bottle of grapeseed oil that is past its date by a couple of years. Besides throwing it out, are there some ways to use it where the "use by date" doesn't matter? Thanks for your helpful tips.

 

Woman with dyed wet hair

Rinsing Hair Dye Out of Your HairThere are a number of ways to rinse the dye out of your hair without splashing it all over the walls and floor. The shower is a popular place to do this step. You might also try the deep sink in your laundry room, if you have one. This is a page about rinsing hair dye out of your hair.

 

Hair Spray Nozzle

Unclogging Hair Spray NozzleThis is a page about unclogging a hair spray nozzle. Hair spray nozzles can easily get clogged. Then they will either splatter in stead f mist or not spray at all.

 

A woman rinsing her hair in the shower.

Copycat Tame Creme Rinse RecipeWhen you really like how a product works for you, sometimes you can make a substitute. This page is about making a copycat tame creme rinse recipe.

 

Keeping Hair Dye Off Skin

Keeping Hair Dye Off Your SkinThis page is about keeping hair dye off skin. When dyeing hair at home, it's important to take some precautions to avoid getting the color on your skin.

 

Woman using Hair Dye

Fixing a Hair Dye DisasterThis is a page about fixing a hair dye disaster. Sometimes when you get your hair dyed, it just doesn't come out the way you expected. When this happens, getting your hair back to a color you are happy with is a major priority.

 

Bottle of mouthwash.

Using Listerine for Promoting Hair Growth?This is a page about using Listerine for promoting hair growth. This mouthwash may promote the health of your scalp by reducing bacteria and yeast.

 

woman wearing a bra

Keeping Bra Straps from SlippingThis page is about keeping bra straps from slipping. Having your straps come off your shoulders, is very irritating.

 

Pumping Hand Lotion

Getting The Last Bit Out Of Pump BottlesThis is a page about getting the last bit out of pump bottles. There is usually product left in the bottom of bottles, that the pump cant reach. Here are some tips about getting the last bit out, before throwing the bottle away.

 

Woman grabbing the back of her head.

Painful Pressure in the Back of the Head?This is a page about painful pressure in the back of the head. While this type of headache is quite common with chronic anxiety, it is best to see a doctor and rule out any other possible causes. Here are some tips for relieving the pain, if you find that it is actually a tension headache.

 

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Dove Bar Soap Flaky Scalp Remedy?I read a tip, on another site, about using DOVE BAR SOAP [and ONLY DOVE in the bar form] as a remedy to clear up a flaky scalp, instead of shampoo products. Any thoughts or experiences on this out there?

 

Bare Feet

Removing Corns From FeetThis is a page about removing corns from feet. Corns on your feet can be very painful.

 

Vodka being poured onto a soft cloth to be used in an ice pack.

Homemade Ice Packs Using AlcoholRather than buying therapeutic ice packs to use for pain, try making your own. The process is easy and this page contains ideas, including the materials needed for putting together homemade ice packs using alcohol.

 

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Bandaging Your Ear?How do you bandage an ear? Regular Band Aids don't work due to the shape of the ear.

 

Woman Cleaning Hair

Deep Cleaning HairThis is a page about deep cleaning hair. Many of the hair care products we use, as well as, environmental pollution can leave your hair dull, lifeless, limp, and generally unclean looking.

 

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Using Garlic, Ginger, and Vinegar for Leg Cramps?If you suffer from leg cramps, it could be due to a lack of vitamins and minerals. This is a page about using vinegar, garlic, and ginger for leg cramps.

 

Man in Green Shirt Smelling His Underarm

Preventing Underarm OdorThis is a page about preventing underarm odor. Underarm odor can be embarrassing for anyone, but if you have trouble getting rid of it, that can be even worse. There are many ways to control underarm odor, find the one that works for you.

 

Woman Applying Lotion To her Back.

Applying Lotion To Your BackTrying to apply lotion to your own back can be a challenge. Get creative and also try some of the solutions found in this page. This is a page about applying lotion to your back.

 

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Dryness Around My Eyes?Lately, I have been having problems with my eyes being a little dry in the corners, especially around the outside. My doctor have given me 2 different kinds of eye cream but nothing seems to help. They are only dry when I wake up in the mornings. Do you have any suggestions?

 

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"Just For Men" Not Working For Me?"Just For Men" Not Working For Me. I have used the product 'Just for Men' hair color. The color hasn't taken and my grey hair remains. . .

 

Lemon Juice

Lightening Hair With Lemon JuiceLemon juice is often recommended as a safe way to help lighten your hair color. This page offers advice about how to use lemon juice to lighten your hair.

 

Bottle of white glue like Elmer's Glue.

Using Elmer's Glue as a Face MaskAlthough Elmer's Glue is non-toxic, it is probably not the best ingredient to use as a face mask. Dermatologists generally discourage this beauty treatment and recommend purchasing something formulated for delicate facial skin.

 

Calluses on Feet

Home Remedies for Foot CallusesThis is a page about home remedies for foot calluses. Dry hard calluses on your feet are uncomfortable.

 

Relieving Pain from Bone Spurs

Relieving Pain from Bone Spurs?This is a page about relieving pain from bone spurs. Bone spurs can be incredibly painful. Relieving the pain can help you get through the day with some sort of normalcy.

 

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Homemade Nail Buffing Cream?Does anyone have a good recipe for homemade nail buffing cream? I'd like to find a simple one that makes nails shiny and stronger. Thanks!

 

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ProActiv Stopped Working for Me?This is a page about Proactiv has stopped working for me. To keep acne under control you may need to change your diet, reduce the stress in your life and get adequate sleep, as well as using a skin product.

 

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Homemade Hair Dye RecipesThis page contains recipes for homemade hair dye. Hair dyes contain very harsh chemicals that can harm your hair. Making homemade hair dye allows you to color your hair more naturally.

 

Someone dyeing their own hair.

Didn't Use Enough Hair Dye?If you don't use enough dye when dyeing your hair, it may be necessary to redo the process. This is a page about what to do if you didn't use enough hair dye.

 

Woman Exercising Abdominal Muscles

Exercising Abdominal Muscles?This is a page about exercising stomach muscles. Strengthening your core muscles will help flatten your stomach and maintain better posture.

 

A woman with a rash on her arms and back.

Treating Heat RashIn hot, humid environments, heat rashes can be a problem. There are a number of possible remedies to treat this skin irritation.

 

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Wearing Birkenstock Sandals for Heel Spurs?Many consumers have found noticeable relief from heel spurs by wearing Birkenstock sandals. This is a page about wearing Birkenstock sandals for heel spurs.

 

Using Kool-Aid to Color Hair

Using Kool-Aid to Color HairThis is a page about using Kool-aid to color hair. Using Kool-Aid is a cheap way to temporarily dye your hair with bright colors.

 

Acid Reflux

Remedies for Acid RefluxThis is a page about remedies for acid reflux. Many people suffer the pain caused by acid reflux.

 

Close up of a yellow jacket and its nest.

Relieving Itching From Yellow Jacket Stings?Yellow jacket stings can be itchy and painful. This is a page about relieving itching from yellow jacket stings.

 

Nail Polish

Stretching Nail PolishThis is a page about stretching nail polish. Some nail polish is quite expensive, stretching it can help reduce the overall cost.

 

Woman Dyeing Hair

Changing Hair Color from Dark to LightChanging naturally dark hair or hair that has been dyed a dark color to a lighter one, does require additional steps. This is a page about changing hair color from dark to light.

 

Woman With Thinning Hair

Thinning Hair After a Hysterectomy?This is a page about thinning hair after hysterectomy. Hormonal changes after a hysterectomy can cause numerous side effects. One of those side effects can be hair thinning.

 

A woman using a sea salt facial scrub.

Making a Sea Salt Facial ScrubThis is a page about making a sea salt facial scrub. The combination of salt and oil create a wonderful exfoliating and moisturizing scrub.

 

A woman with fake eyelashes.

Wearing False EyelashesThis is a page about wearing false eyelashes. These fashionable lashes are attached with glue to make your lashes appear longer and are great for a night out or to complete a costume.

 

Baking Sod

Using Baking Soda to Remove Hairspray from Your HairAdding baking soda to your shampoo can help remove all of the hairspray residue in your hair. This is a page about using baking soda to remove hairspray from your hair.

 

Coloring Gray Hair

Coloring Gray HairThis is a page about coloring gray hair. Although coloring your hair to hide gray is one of the most common reasons for dyeing hair, it can be difficult. Gray hair often resists dye.

 

Dark Circles Under Eyes

Remedies for Dark Circles Under EyesThis is a page about remedies for dark circles under eyes. Dark circles can make you look even older than wrinkles or grey hair. They can be the result of such things as fatigue, allergies, or aging.

 

Mosquito Bites

Treating Insect Bites and StingsThis is a page about treating insect bites and stings. You can use products readily available in your home to treat insect bites and stings.

 

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Remedy for Hair Damaged By Relaxer?This is a page about remedy for hair damaged by relaxer. The chemicals in a hair relaxer can sometimes do damage to your hair.

 

A piece of gum that is being removed from a child's hair.

Using Coca-Cola for Removing Bubble Gum in HairCoca-Cola can be used for many cleaning tasks around the home, even removing gum from hair. This is a page about using Coca-Cola for removing bubble gum in hair.

 

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Using Hydrogen Peroxide For Ear WaxThis is a page about using hydrogen peroxide for ear wax. There are many products that if used properly can help loosen ear wax.

 

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Can Homemade Soap Containing Fels-Naptha Cause a Rash?This is a page about, "Can homemade soap containing Fels-Naptha cause a rash?". Fels Naptha is a cleaning product that is designed for removing laundry stains and other cleaning purposes. It can cause skin irritation. Check with a doctor or substitute another product to see if your skin clears up.

 

Closeup of wet toothbrush with paste.

Homemade Toothpaste RecipesThis is a page about homemade toothpaste recipes. Making your own toothpaste allows you to control what ingredients you use and can also save you money.

 

Trigger Thumb

Home Remedies for Trigger Thumb?This is a page about home remedies for trigger thumb. Trigger thumb can be a very painful condition in which your thumb catches in a bent position and then snaps straight.

 

Woman with faded green blonde hair standing against a wood wall.  She is looking over her bare shoulder at the camera.

Green Hair After Dyeing?This is a page about green hair after dyeing. Your natural hair color and the type and shade of dye used can create surprising results.

 

Homemade Plumping Lip Exfoliator - before and after photo

Homemade Plumping Lip ExfoliatorMake your own lip exfoliator, that also plumps up your lips. Making your own homemade plumping lip exfoliator is easier than you might think.

 

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Aleve (Naproxen) to Relieve a ToothacheNaproxen is a good general pain killer that can help relieve many types of pain, including a toothache. Using Aleve (Naproxen) to relieve a toothache is common way to reduce pain of a sore tooth.

 

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White Crusty Bumps on Feet and Ankles?I have white, dry, crusty bumps on my feet and up on my ankles. Has anyone ever heard of this? If so, do you know what causes this?

 

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Perming Colored Hair?This is a page about perming colored hair. Care needs to be take to prevent damage when perming colored hair.

 

Newspaper Nail Art

Newspaper Nail ArtThis is a page about applying newspaper nail art. Newspaper ink can be transferred to your nails for a fun and funky look.

 

A spoon of baking soda for use as an antacid

Homemade Antacid RecipeThis is a page about homemade antacid recipe. Heartburn and acid reflux can be very uncomfortable and it helps to have a convenient remedy.

 

Spoon

Using a Spoon for Tongue CleaningCleaning your tongue regularly can help with overall oral hygiene and bad breath. A spoon can be an effective tool for cleaning your tongue. This is a page about spoon for tongue cleaning.

 

Coconut Oil Conditioner - coconut oil

Coconut Oil ConditionerCoconut oil can be used as a hair conditioner to moisturize your hair after washing it. This is a page about coconut oil conditioner.

 

A face displaying rosacea.

Home Remedies for RosaceaThis page is about home remedies for rosacea. After consulting with your doctor, caring for this skin disorder sometimes can be accomplished with some non prescription substances.

 

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Preparation H for Poison IvyHave Poison Ivy? All you need is Preparation H-Cooling Gel! It not only cools and soothes the itch, it shrinks the lesions as well. It's not just for hemorrhoids anymore!

 

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Home Treatment of Infected WoundsThis is a page about home treatment of infected wounds. Infected sores are best treated under the advice of your health care professional.

 

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Getting Nail Glue Out of Hair?How can I get nail glue out of my hair?

 

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