Julia Eze

Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

Julia Eze is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner.

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Stuffy nose natural remedies to try at home?
For a stuffy nose, dry or cool air can become an irritant. Try to increase moisture in the air by taking a hot shower or using a humidifier. Eating something spicy can also help drain the sinuses. Increase your fluid intake, try blowing your nose to help with the congestion, and try an over-the-counter allergy medicine.
Best home remedies for a migraine?
Caffeine is actually really good for a migraine. Having a Coke or a cup of coffee could be helpful. Also, try to lessen your sensory triggers. For example, dimming the lights, listening to some calming music, and using peppermint oil or other essential oils could all be useful. You could also take some Tylenol.
Any home remedies for chigger bites? So dang itchy
First off, it's a good idea to clean the area with an alcohol swab. For home remedies, You can do that. If the bites are itchy, hydrocortisone cream, aloe vera, and witch hazel are all good. For example, witch hazel is an astringent and has a cooling property to it, as does aloe vera. Benadryl can also be great for the antihistamines.
I'm so gassy. What are some home remedies to get rid of gas fast?
If you're trying to figure out the source, first think about what you ate. For example, a great deal of the population is lactose intolerant, but still consumes dairy and ice cream. It's a good idea to carry things like Rollaids, Tums, Pepto Bismol chews, and other over-the-counter medications. Simethicone can be helpful. You can also try taking digestive enzymes. You can try drinking soothing, warm teas, Mylanta, Milk of Magnesia, and other DIY at-home solutions.

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