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Old Age Stiffness

Cornflour to combat irritation

We already know cornflour is good for cooking – but what else can it do? Beware: most packets sold in the supermarket labelled “cornflour” are made from wheat. You may need to look carefully to find the effective version: made from corn or maize. Burns and sunburn Just dust cornflour onto burns or sunburn, orContinue reading “Cornflour to combat irritation”

What helps with joint problems

by Tessa Jupp, RN We have been using gelatine and borax to alleviate arthritis successfully for many years now but there are so many other ways that our bodies also need and use all of these nutrients we should be getting from the foods we eat. Each of us is a unique person and ourContinue reading “What helps with joint problems”

Pain management

Pain can be a very useful tool for our body to tell us that something is wrong, or that we need to protect ourselves. Pain signals from our hand when we accidentally touch the stove prevents a more serious burn. Pain signals from our sprained ankle encourage us to rest until healing has started. ButContinue reading “Pain management”

Dry eyes

Dry Eyes Explained We have had a disturbing number of people complaining of red, itchy, gritty or bloodshot eyes lately. Probably made worse by working on computers, watching TV, or just not getting enough sleep. Even more disturbing are the numbers who are sent to eye specialists for these problems and end up on umpteenContinue reading “Dry eyes”

Colds, flu, winter ills

No one wants to be sick, but especially if you use public transport or look after grandchildren – you will have trouble at some stage. Avoid crowds. Wash your hands. And check out this article on first aid for winter ills. Not all coughs are caused by infection, so consider these other causes; medications, asthma,Continue reading “Colds, flu, winter ills”

Medications after Polio

Susan Perlman MD This article is reprinted from “Polio Network News”, Winter 1999, Vol. 15, No. 1, with permission of Gazette International Networking Institute (GINI), 4207 Lindell Blvd., #110, Saint Louis, Missouri 63108-2915, USA. Permission to reproduce the article must be sought from GINI. I have tried to find the source so that it couldContinue reading “Medications after Polio”

Iodine the antiseptic

Iodine is by far the best antibiotic, antiviral and antiseptic of all time. Dr. David Derry The antiseptic properties of iodine are used to sterilize every surface and material in hospitals. Iodine is an excellent microbicide with a broad range of action that includes almost all of the important health-related microorganisms, such as enteric bacteria, entericContinue reading “Iodine the antiseptic”

Narrow Angle Glaucoma

Open-angle glaucoma is more common than narrow- (or closed-) angle glaucoma. In open-angle glaucoma, the drainage canals in the eyes gradually become clogged with tiny, microscopic deposits over months or years. However, narrow angle glaucoma is a medical emergency. Southland Eye Clinic has plenty of background information, which you can access using these links: What is NarrowContinue reading “Narrow Angle Glaucoma”

Dizziness

Some quick remedies from Healthline Certain foods and nutrients may help relieve symptoms of dizziness. Water Dehydration is a common cause of dizziness. If you feel tired and thirsty and urinate less often when you’re dizzy, try drinking water and staying hydrated. Ginger Ginger may help relieve symptoms of motion sickness and dizziness. It may alsoContinue reading “Dizziness”