Mixing supplements
I have tried asking my GP about mixing supplements but she admits she is not very knowledgeable about natural health. I am sure lots of people share my concern that we might be doing more harm than good by taking so many different things. ...
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Molluscum contagiosum
My three-year old son has something called Molluscum contagiosum on his upper arm and torso. The doctor says this is a virus which will eventually disappear, however this could take years. Meanwhile, it has spread in tiny bumps and does not look nice. Any advice?...
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Morning Sickness
What can I take for morning sickness? I suffered badly in my last two pregnancies and have been told it may be caused by a B-vitamin deficiency. Can you recommend anything that will help in my next pregnancy, without putting the baby at risk?...
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Morning tiredness
How can I wake up feeling full of energy and vitality? At the moment, I fight my way to consciousness after nine hours sleep. I stumble downstairs and first drink a cup of fruit tea and then a coffee. It takes an hour for me to feel really alive. I’ve tried exercising as soon as I get up but it only makes me feel sick....
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Mosquito bite allergy
I am travelling to Ecuador in April and am worried about mosquito bites. I tend to suffer badly and seem to have an allergic reaction, with lots of itching and swelling. Are there any vitamins I should take before I go to help and what can I use once I get there?...
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Mosquito deterrent
My problem is that every time I go to the Mediterranean I am eaten alive by mosquitoes. I’ve tried every spray on the market and use a plug-in coil in my room at night but nothing seems to stop them from biting me. Is there anything I can take before I go away to stop these demons from spoiling my holiday again?...
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Mosquitoes and malaria in India
I am travelling to Northern India this month and am worried about mosquitoes, which seem to love me. I shall, of course, be taking all the prescribed malaria precautions, but wondered if there are any natural ways to avoid being bitten in the first place?...
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Motor Neurone Disease
I am a complementary therapist at present working with my local social services involving a trial with patients who have Motor Neurone Disease. We are trying to help alleviate clinical depression, which is a major problem with this condition. Can you give us any advice on diet, supplements, useful reading etc?...
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Mouth ulcer spray
I have always been prone to mouth ulcers but seem to be suffering even more now than ever. I have tried over-the-counter rinses but to no avail. Is there an herbal remedy that would help?...
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Mouth Ulcers
My 16-year-old son suffers regular bouts of mouth ulcers. We have used mouth washes and various soothing agents but can find no advice on how to prevent or cure them. He will be sitting his GCSE’s this summer and I wonder if the stress of upcoming exams may be making the problem worse? I also suffered mouth ulcers in my teens....
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