Salty Medicine

According to Russian folklore, drinking vodka mixed with salt is great for curing a nasty bout of food poisoning. 

If you don't drink alcohol, drink a few glasses of well-salted water, and then try to regurgitate it (This is NOT an alternative to medical treatment!). 

 In case of a cold, drink a bit of vodka with salt. 

If your blood pressure is down, quickly drink a very salty glass of water.

A good way to increase the amount of stomach acids for digestion: 5-30 minutes after eating, put 1-2 grams of sea or cooking salt on the tip of your tongue. After the salt melts, swallow the salty saliva in your mouth. Such a small amount of salt won't harm you, but will cause an extra release of stomach acids. 

Salt is a great disinfectant - If you clean wounds with salt water soaked materials, they won't become inflamed. 

Granulomas of the tooth will be gone after two weeks of being cleaned with salt water. 

For a tooth ache - rinse your mouth with salt water after every meal and before going to sleep. 

For pneumonia and strong coughing, place a wash cloth soaked in salt water on the back of the person, on the area of the infection.

Adenomas can be treated by holding down a cotton wash cloth folded to four layers and soaked in salt water for two weeks. 

Salt helps in treating acne and boils. Place a little salt on a bandage and put it on the infected area for an hour. You can repeat the process a few times a day. 

When you have bruises, put a compress of salt and vinegar on it. 

It is also a useful way to treat headaches. 

To treat varicose veins, use a compress of salt water on the problematic vein, and on that, an elastic bandage. If you do this regularly, morning and evening, the veins will slowly return to normal. 

To treat foot fungus, soak your feet for 5-10 minutes in a mixture of two tablespoons of salt for every 0.5 liters of hot water. You can add some ground garlic to the mix. Repeat until fully healed. 

After getting stung by a bee, smear a bit of wet salt on the stung area - it will calm down the pain and the swelling. 

If you want smooth, healthy skin, rub your body with a salt stone before showering. 

In addition to a cosmetic treatment, you will also gain a medical benefit while ions of salt penetrate the skin and energize the body. 

A salt massage also helps to treat low blood pressure, chronic digestive problems, diabetes, and regular colds. That said, there are also possible NEGATIVE side effects, namely open wounds on the skin, rashes or bouts of eczema.

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The 14 Most Common Headaches

Headaches are a peculiar sensation. Even though the brain doesn't have the ability to feel pain, it's the surrounding tissues, blood vessels, nerves and chemicals that produce pain signals. This leads to the question of what causes different types of headaches and how to manage them. In this article, we'll explore 14 common types of headaches, their underlying causes, and methods to treat them.

1. Rebound headache 

Rebound headaches stem from chronic medication use. Overusing non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or aspirin, or taking migraine medication more than 10 days a month can increase your risk of developing rebound headaches. These headaches occur when painkillers are taken in excessive doses, causing pain rather than preventing it. It is recommended that you don't attempt to handle the problem of stopping medication on your own. Instead, seek the advice of a doctor who can provide alternative treatments to help you stop the medication safely. 

 

Where it's located: These are typically generalized headaches, meaning the pain can occur in any part of the head. It often feels like a dull, tension-type headache. These are typically generalized headaches, meaning the pain can occur in any part of the head. It often feels like a dull, tension-type headache. 

 

 

2. Tension headache 

Tension headache is the most common type of headache, characterized by persistent pressure or throbbing on both sides of the head or in the back of the head and neck. Stress, poor posture, and teeth grinding are common causes of tension headaches. While the physiological explanation for this type of pain isn't entirely clear, it is believed to be a change in the balance of chemicals in the brain or signals involved in the nerves leading to the brain. Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or acetaminophen, can help treat headaches caused by stress. Natural stress-relievers like meditation and yoga can also be effective. 

 

Where it's located: The pain is often described as a constant band-like pain around the head, generally on both sides, or at the back of the head and neck. 

 

 

3. Toothache that causes headaches  

There are certain dental conditions like bruxism (teeth grinding) or TMJ (jaw joint problems) that can lead to facial pain or headaches. While teeth grinding usually happens at night, TMJ affects the joints situated in front of the ear, amidst the jaw and the skull. These disorders may arise due to a misaligned jaw, stress, poor posture, arthritis or erosion of cartilage, muscles, and ligaments in the jaw. Your dentist can help you diagnose the root cause of your headaches. If it is related to dental problems, he may suggest treatments like stretching the jaws, bite guards, or other alternatives to reduce tension. 

 

Where it's located: This type of headache can occur anywhere, but it's typically felt in the lower part of the head, around the jaw, or the cheekbones. 

 

 

4. Cluster headaches 

Cluster headaches are an intense form of headache that cause severe pain on one side of the head, around the eye, temple area, and sometimes in the jaw. These headaches can last from 15 minutes to 3 hours, and they occur repeatedly for a specific duration of time. They are more prevalent in men and can be triggered by various factors, such as alcohol consumption, smoking, and certain foods. Symptoms of cluster headaches include redness, drooping eyelids, runny nose, or tearing in both eyes. Treatment options include triptan family substances that increase serotonin levels and oxygen therapy. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs aren't effective in managing cluster headaches.

 

 Where it's located: Cluster headaches typically present as severe pain on one side of the head, often around the eye and temple area. 

 

 

5. Migraine 

A migraine is a type of headache that affects one side of the head and is more common in women than men. The exact cause of migraines isn't well understood, but it is believed to be related to changes in brain activity that affect blood vessels and nerves. Migraines can be triggered by various factors, including changes in sleep patterns, diet, hormones, or mood. They typically last anywhere from 4 to 72 hours and are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light, noise, and smells. Physical activity can make the pain worse. Treatment options for migraines include pain relievers like acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or triptans, as well as avoiding certain triggers like alcohol, smoking, and artificial additives. Drinking more water or green tea and getting plenty of rest can also help alleviate symptoms. 

 

Where it's located: Migraines are typically experienced as a severe, throbbing pain on one side of the head.

6. Caffeine headache  

A caffeine headache can occur when a person who regularly consumes high amounts of caffeine suddenly stops or reduces their intake, causing the body to go into a state of stress and resulting in headaches within 12 to 24 hours. While painkillers can provide temporary relief, it's best to change consumption habits by either consuming caffeine at a fixed time, reducing caffeine intake, or completely giving up caffeine to alleviate the pain. 

 

Where it's located: The pain from caffeine headaches can be felt throughout the head, but often it is a generalized headache. 

 

 

7. Orgasm headache 

 This may sound way out there, but occasionally, individuals may experience pain during or after sexual activity, which is more common among young men. This discomfort, which originates from physiological changes during sexual arousal, is usually focused in the neck and nape muscles or caused by pressure in the arteries and veins leading to the brain. Although the pain is generally not harmful and doesn't affect sexual performance, those who experience it frequently should seek medical advice as it may be caused by abnormal blood flow. In such cases, taking a pain reliever before sexual activity may help alleviate the pain. 

 

Where it's located: These headaches usually begin at the base of the skull and neck and can spread to the rest of the head.

 

 

8. Early morning headache 

Experiencing a headache in the early morning can be quite bothersome and may have various underlying causes. These causes range from migraines, rebound headaches, toothaches, dehydration, to aggravation after a night of alcohol and lack of sleep. However, in rare cases, it may also be a symptom of a brain tumor. If you frequently experience early morning headaches and can't find a logical explanation for them, it is advisable to seek medical attention. 

 

Where it's located: The pain location can vary greatly depending on the underlying cause. It could be anywhere from the front, back, or sides of the head. headaches

9. Sinusitis 

Sinusitis is another possible cause of early morning headaches that shouldn't be overlooked. These types of headaches are caused by pressure or inflammation in the sinuses. The pain can be felt on both sides of the nose, in the cheekbones, forehead, and can radiate to other areas including the teeth and jaw. Sinusitis can also cause nasal congestion and watery eyes, but is primarily due to an infection and may include symptoms such as a green runny nose, cough, phlegm, sore throat, and fever. It is important to seek medical treatment for sinusitis and consult an otolaryngologist if there are concerns. 

 

Where it's located: The pain is usually localized to the front of the head around the forehead, cheekbones, or bridge of the nose. 

 

 

10. Ice cream headache 

Ganglioneuralgia is a medical term used to describe the headache caused by consuming extremely cold drinks or foods such as ice cream, cocktails, popsicles, and ice. This phenomenon can particularly affect people who suffer from migraines. When something extremely cold touches the upper palate, the body reacts by constricting peripheral blood vessels to maintain body heat, which causes a localized drop in blood flow. As the blood vessels expand again, the nerves transmit a sensation of pain to a nerve area in the head. To deal with this, take a break from the cold until the pain subsides, drink a sip of water at room temperature to help narrow the arteries, or move the tongue on the roof of the mouth to increase heating in that area. 

 

Where it's located: This type of headache typically causes a sharp, stabbing pain in the forehead.

11. Daily chronic headaches 

If you experience a headache for 15 or more days a month, continuously for three months, you may be suffering from daily chronic headaches. These types of headaches can be caused by various factors such as overuse of painkillers, severe head injury, meningitis, or cancerous tumors in rare cases. When the cause of the pain is unknown, it could be due to the body's pain signals not functioning correctly. Treatment options include antidepressants, beta blockers, anti-epileptic drugs, pain relievers like naproxen, and even botox injections, but it's essential to consult a medical professional.

Where it's located: These are often generalized and can be felt in any part of the head.

12. Premenstrual headaches  

Premenstrual headaches can be quite distressing for women, as the sudden drop in estrogen levels just before menstruation can cause severe headaches. These headaches usually occur three days before and two days after the period. Along with premenstrual headaches, women may experience other premenstrual syndromes such as depression, uterine contractions, and chest pains. If the pain becomes chronic, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist who may suggest taking magnesium supplements, pain relievers or alternative treatments like acupuncture. 

 

Where it's located: These headaches can vary in location, but many women describe the pain as similar to a tension headache or migraine, which could be generalized or on one side. 

 

 

 

13. Weekend headaches  

Headaches that occur due to stress, fatigue, or disrupted sleep-wake cycle are common. Such headaches might also occur over the weekend due to accumulated stress and fatigue, leading to physiological and energetic exhaustion during rest days. The pain is usually felt as strong pulsations in the temple area. Changes to our sleep-wake cycle at the end of the week, including late bedtimes and wake-ups, might result in increased stress and disrupt our body's natural mechanism, causing pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers and maintaining a regular sleep-wake cycle may help alleviate the pain. 

 

Where it's located: Similar to tension headaches, weekend headaches often manifest as a dull ache or pressure around the forehead or back of the head and neck. 

 

 

 

14. Emergency/alarm headaches 

Headaches are not usually considered emergencies, but there are certain warning signs that require immediate attention. One such sign is a sudden and explosive headache. Seek immediate medical assistance if the pain is accompanied by a fever, a significant increase in blood pressure, or if it occurs after a head injury or intense physical activity. Other concerning symptoms include vision or speech changes, neck stiffness, dizziness, loss of sensation, and muscle weakness on one side of the body. Seek medical attention right away. 

 

 

Where it's located: These headaches can be located anywhere in the head, but the key characteristic is their sudden, severe ones.

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Wonderful uses of hydrogen peroxide for some common ailments

1. Treat Acne
Acne comes in all shapes and sizes, and can be caused by such an array of things that it’s often hard to treat. You can start by using hydrogen peroxide as a kind of all-natural toner. Just soak a cotton ball or cotton round and swipe it over a clean, dry face.

The trick here is to not go overboard. Peroxide kills bacteria, but it isn’t choosy. If you do this too often, you’ll kill your skin’s good bacteria, too.

2. A Remedy for Bad Breath
Believe it or not, hydrogen peroxide can be used as an alternative to mouth wash as a way to kill bad breath. If you swish peroxide for about 30 seconds once a week, it should eliminate a vast majority of the unhealthy bacteria responsible for bad breath.

A word of caution though: Don’t overdo it. You don’t want to kill the good bacteria in your mouth at the same time.

3. Cure a Toothache
We’ve already covered how hydrogen peroxide can whiten your teeth if they’re yellow, but that’s not the only thing it can do for your pearly whites.

According to many reports, hydrogen peroxide mixed with water makes a great remedy for a toothache. They claim holding the mixture in your mouth at the location of the aching tooth for 5-10 minutes significantly reduces the pain. It’s obviously not a replacement for real dental care, but definitely a good short-term solution if a toothache becomes unbearable.

4. Treat a Yeast Infection
If you’re struggling with a yeast infection, hydrogen peroxide might be the cure you’re looking for.

Simply mix three percent hydrogen peroxide with one cup of water and soak your tampon in the mixture. From there, use the mixture once a day after your symptoms disappear.

5. Deodorant
We can hear you doubting this right now, but it’s true: Hydrogen peroxide – mixed with dish soap of all things – makes a good deodorant substitute.

Mix the hydrogen peroxide with dish soap in a 1:2 ration, then leave it on for a half hour before washing it off. Like a few other hacks on our list, we would recommend this more as an emergency step than an everyday use.

6. Clean Contact Lenses
Anyone willing to venture a wild guess at what the main ingredient in most commercial lens cleaners is?

Shockingly – or not so shockingly since you’ve read this far – the answer is hydrogen peroxide. That’s right, you can use normal hydrogen peroxide to clean your lenses just as well as store bought lens cleaners for a fraction of the price.

7. Clean and Disinfect Minor Wounds
This is probably the reason many of you have hydrogen peroxide in your home already, but it bears mentioning anyway that hydrogen peroxide is very useful at cleaning and disinfecting small wounds on both people and animals.

Simply apply directly to minor wounds to clean away dead tissue, halt minor bleeding, and prevent infections. However, it’s important to remember not to go overboard, as using hydrogen peroxide too often will adversely affect healing.

8. Treat Calluses and Corns
Do you have overly large, hardened calluses on your feet? Or maybe painful and annoying corns? Well, hydrogen peroxide might be your new best friend. You can help soften calluses and corns by soaking your feet in a mixture of warm water and hydrogen peroxide. Soak your feet before bed each night to help soften the affected area and help alleviate discomfort.

9. Treat Foot Fungus
Having a foot fungus or athlete’s foot can be a nuisance. Your feet are itchy, but the fungus can also build up on your toes and make them embarrassing to display if you’re going to the beach or wearing sandals. While it’s recommended to visit a podiatrist and get some topical cream, some experts and DIY-ers say hydrogen peroxide can be a solution. Just apply the peroxide (usually diluted with water) to the affected areas twice a day, and it may kill the bacteria once and for all. If it doesn’t work after a few weeks, then you should visit a healthcare professional.

 10. Remove Airborne Germs
Here’s a truly ingenious hydrogen peroxide hack. As you’ve noticed, hydrogen peroxide does wonders when it comes to killing germs and bacteria. But you usually have to spray it onto a specific surface for it to work its magic. But what about germs floating about in the air? Well, hydrogen peroxide can attack them too. If you have a humidifier, you can add create a one-to-eight mixture (one pint per gallon) of hydrogen peroxide and water in your humidifier. Add in a few drops of lavender essential oils and the steam will cleanse your air and provide a soothing scent around the house.

11. Help With a Cold
While there’s never a quick-fix to treat a cold other than to wait it out and allow your body to build up the necessary antibodies, you can help get rid of some germs or bacteria with the help of some hydrogen peroxide. For some people, it’s beneficial for them to put a few drops of hydrogen peroxide into their ears. This can help kill off harmful germs faster so you (or the kids) can get back on your feet more quickly.

14. Lighten Hair 
Not keen on spending hundreds of dollars on a balayage treatment or highlights? You can try the at-home, DIY hair lightening method instead. You can use hydrogen peroxide to lighten your hair slowly over time, or for some natural-looking highlights with a little help from the sun.
To try the slow-and-steady method, mix equal parts water and peroxide in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto your hair and comb it through. Once it’s all dry, you’re done. You can repeat the process routinely until you get the desired result.
For some express highlights, spray the same solution onto select strands of ff and then spend a day out enjoying the sun. Repeat this a few times and you should see some noticeable results!

12. Whiten Teeth
Ever heard people talk about baking soda or peroxide as tooth whiteners? It’s not just an old wives’ tale. Hydrogen peroxide really can help to brighten your smile.
You can either soak your toothbrush in peroxide and then brush for two minutes, or you can add some peroxide to water and swish it around in your mouth as you would mouthwash. Repeat a few times a week for the best results.

13. Whiten Yellow Nails
Just like your teeth, your nails can yellow, too. It can happen for a bunch of reasons— diet, nail polish, or handling dyes or spices, to name a few — but peroxide can save the day no matter what the cause was.

All you have to do is soak a cotton ball with hydrogen peroxide and use it to swipe your nails, just as you would do with nail polish remover.

14. Retainer Cleaner
Keeping a retainer clean can be a real chore, but it doesn’t have to be. Mom4Real.com has a great tutorial for a retainer cleaning solution that’ll keep your mouth fresh and help maintain your investment; after all, braces and retainers are not cheap.

All you’ll need is a glass jar, hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, peppermint essential oil, and water! Plop the retainer into a jar and add enough cold water to cover it, plus one tablespoon of peroxide, a sprinkle of baking soda, and one drop of peppermint essential oil. Stir it all up and leave the retainer to soak for about 10 minutes.

15. Heal Canker Sores
Canker sores are … unpleasant, to say the least. But you can help alleviate the pain and heal them a bit faster by breaking out the peroxide. Swish some water and hydrogen peroxide around in your mouth for about 30 seconds, spit, and rinse with plain water.
It’s important that you do not swallow the peroxide, so if you’re worried about swishing, you can use a cotton ball to dab the mixture on instead. The peroxide will kill the bacteria in your mouth and help you heal faster.

16. Help Cracked Heels
For some people, no matter what they do, they still end up with dry, cracked heels.
Soak your feet in a mixture of two cups of peroxide and two cups of hot-as-you-can-stand-it water for about 30 minutes. Dry your feet off and scrub your dead heel skin with a pumice stone or coarse foot file. When you get all the dead skin off, wipe your feet off again with a towel, lotion them up, and put on some nice fuzzy socks. Ideally, you’re doing all of this at bedtime and can sleep with the socks on.

17. Ear Cleaner
No matter how many times we’re told that Q-tips are not safe for your ears, we still use them often. Have wax buildup in your ears? Peroxide is a better solution than stabbing at your eardrum with a cotton stick.
Instead, administer a few drops into your ear canal and fill it with fluid. Keep still for 5 minutes, then blot the outer ear with a tissue to absorb any liquid that comes out.
Note: This isn’t an effective remedy for people with damaged ears or infections. It’s just for some maintenance on otherwise healthy ears.

18. Makeup Brush Cleaner
Getting a breakout because you aren’t cleaning your makeup brushes often enough is not the way to a #flawless look. Before you shell out $30 on some designer solution, raid your medicine cabinet.
Simply drop a teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide into a bowl of warm water, and soak the brushes in there for 10 minutes. Once the time is up, rinse them with cold water.

19. Remove Blood Stains
Stained clothing can be a real pain in the butt. You never know when something might drop from the kitchen table or a mishap can cause a cut that gets all over your clothes. Blood stains are some of the hardest to get rid of on any article of clothing (unless it’s black, we guess). But hydrogen peroxide is there to help. Add some hydrogen peroxide to the area of blood stain and allow it to sit for several minutes. Then wash under some warm water with detergent or soap. It might take an attempt or two, but the hydrogen peroxide should help lift the stain.

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Are You Low in Calcium?

Calcium, best known for its important role in bone health is an essential mineral. Calcium  is needed to stabilize blood pressure, regulate hormone secretion and conduct nerve signals properly. When you don't get enough calcium you could suffer from calcium deficiency which could be identified by certain symptoms. Here's a list of the most common signs your body is lacking in calcium:

 

1. Dry skin

The lack of calcium, also known as Hypocalcemia, may be visible in your skin. This condition will likely make your skin look scaly and dry. It has also been found that calcium deficiency has a close link to the development of skin problems including eczema and psoriasis. 

2. Fatigue

An inadequacy of calcium can affect your overall physical health. So if you experience extreme fatigue, lethargy, lack of energy, or a constant feeling of sluggishness, ease up on the energy drinks. Instead, focus on something positive like balancing your diet. 

3. Depression

Calcium is also essential for regulating your mood. Calcium is a natural sedative that produces calming and relaxing effects. Generally, the less calcium you consume, the more depressed and irritable you may feel. 

4. Insomnia
As you sleep your levels of calcium rise and fall with higher levels occurring during deep sleep. If your body lacks calcium, you'll likely fail to have a sufficient deep night's sleep. This problem is related to calcium's role in the creation of melatonin, a hormone that helps us fall asleep.

5. Paresthesia

Paresthesia includes neurological symptoms related to severe calcium deficiency. You may experience tingling and numbness around the mouth or in the fingers and toes, muscle tremors, an impaired sense of touch and also a poor memory and hallucinations. 

6. Frequent illness
Calcium plays an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system as it helps your body fight against viruses and bacteria. A deficiency of calcium reduces your body's resistance against pathogen attacks, consequently giving you colds, coughs, and sneezes more often. 

7. Brittle nails

Just like your bones your nails need a certain amount of calcium to maintain their integrity. So, when you suffer from a deficiency in calcium your nails become dry, weak and are prone to peeling and splitting. Weak nails are not thick enough to withstand an impact and may, therefore, break during the simplest daily activities. 

8. Difficulty swallowing
While it may sound surprising, calcium deficiency can lead to dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing. This feeling of tightness is caused by poor contractions of the muscles in your throat. When severe, it can even lead to spasms in the larynx causing unusual changes in your voice. 

9. Toothaches

Most calcium is stored in our bones and teeth, so they are usually the first to suffer from calcium deficiency. Because of this vital element, your teeth may start to turn yellow, decay and may even hurt you. In addition, your risk of suffering from a periodontal disease may also increase. 

10. Muscle cramps
If you suffer from muscle cramps in your thighs, calves, arms, and underarms that mostly occur at night, it may be one of the early symptoms of a calcium deficiency. Cramps may also be followed by muscle aches while moving and walking and may progress into spasms in muscles all over your body with time.

How to treat calcium deficiency

All adults should consume around 1000mg of calcium a day. In order to maintain a proper calcium intake, your diet should include dark leafy greens including kale, collards, as well as broccoli and turnip greens. For other calcium-rich foods, it is necessary to eat more fatty fish including salmon, sardines, mackerel, and tuna, as well as cheese, milk, soybeans, almonds and sesame seeds. Furthermore, to help your body absorb calcium better you should increase your vitamin D intake which is found in foods like egg yolks, oysters, shrimps, mushrooms as well as fortified foods like cereal, oatmeal, and orange juice.

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