Found a couple of interesting tidbits among some of the 'advise' columns out there:
Question: Last week, I developed a nosebleed that would not quit. After a couple of days, I went to an ear, nose and throat specialist. Even after following his advice, though, the nosebleed persisted.
After five days, I was finally fed up and checked your book for home remedies. I found your suggestion to drop a bunch of keys down the back of my neck. To my amazement, the nosebleed stopped within a few minutes and has not returned.
Answer: We cannot explain it, but we have heard that this home remedy can resolve a nosebleed quickly.
Question: One of your readers asked for advice regarding constipation caused by Fosamax and Lipitor. I was surprised you did not mention taking Metamucil to help with constipation.
I have had to follow that regimen for more than 30 years, taking 3 teaspoonfuls daily. Please pass this information on.
Answer: Psyllium, the active ingredient in Metamucil and similar products, works well to counteract constipation. It also can help lower cholesterol.
Psyllium must not be taken at the same time as Fosamax or Lipitor, however. It might interfere with the absorption and thus the effectiveness of these drugs.
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Never thought of keys down the back of the neck for a nose bleed.
Thankfully, I have no real need for the advise in the second question - my cholesterol is low/normal in the first place and constipation hasn't been a problem to date ... KOW (knock on wood).
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