Q: About 12 years ago I was diagnosed with prediabetes since my HbA1c was 6.8. I started measuring my blood sugar and also changed my diet: no more sweets, beer or wine. My wife asked me to measure her blood glucose because she was always thirsty. It was 260, and […]
Q: I have recently started using Aloe Vera gel for mosquito bites. It stops the itch immediately. I was desperate because I had multiple bits on my legs. There is no odor or color. If I understand correctly, Aloe Vera is actually good for your skin. A: Aloe Vera has […]
Q: I have been following a ketogenic diet for several months and have begun to notice strong underarm body odor. None of the usual antiperspirants have worked. I found a half-used bottle of original formula Sea Breeze and have been wiping my armpits with it. This is working. The bottles […]
Q: I have had migraine headaches since the age of 16 (I’m now 47). A doctor friend told me years ago to drink coffee when I felt a migraine coming on, as caffeine is a main ingredient in some migraine medicines. Coffee worked a little, but what really worked is […]
Q: At the end of last winter, in March, I saw my doctor and learned that my vitamin D tested at 17! I was shocked, as I walk outdoors every day, all year long. I am a black woman, and I live in South Carolina. Without asking anything about my […]
Q: Are pecans heart healthy? I understand that nuts are good for you , but people mostly mention almonds and walnuts. I live in Texas, where pecans are the most common nut, and they are also my favorite. Pecans are seldom included in the lists of heart healthy nuts, which […]
Q: I have been using the pectin/grape-juice remedy for joint pain, and it is helping. I do have a question about formula. If I cannot find liquid Certo, can I use the same measurement for powdered pectin? In other words, is a tablespoon of dry pectin the same dosage as […]
Q: I’ve heard that sun exposure might be better than pills for getting vitamin D. How much time do you need in the sun without sunscreen to get a good dose? A: A lot depends on geography, time of year, time of day and the shade of your skin. Someone […]
Q: Licorice oil helps heal various bites, burns and even cold sores. It takes down fire-ant bites fast! I make my own licorice oil using one licorice tea bag to 1 cup of olive oil. I leave that mixture in a covered jar on the counter, though it could be […]
Q: I have had jock itch for about a year now. The cream the doctor gave me doesn’t work. Do you have any other suggestions? A: Jock itch is usually triggered by a fungal infection. Warm, moist areas such as the folds of the groin provide hospitable conditions for these […]