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Are There Helpful Home Remedies for Eczema?

Readers have recommended home remedies for eczema. Have you tried turmeric for treating atopic dermatitis?

Terry Graedon - October 29, 2025

Natural Approaches for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Joe Graedon - October 26, 2025

Does Berberine Protect Against Diabetes and Prostate Cancer?

Terry Graedon - October 13, 2025

Can Vicks VapoRub on Your Soles Calm Your Cough?

Terry Graedon - October 13, 2025

Soap Under the Sheet Can Prevent Nocturnal Leg Cramps

Terry Graedon - October 6, 2025

How to Use Soap in Bed for Nighttime Leg Cramps

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Terry Graedon - October 5, 2025

Dermatologists Are Unhappy with Pediatrician’s Lice Remedy

One mother was pleased with her pediatrician's lice remedy: put mayonnaise on hair and then comb out the nits. Dermatologists don't like it.

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Joe Graedon - September 29, 2025

Milk of Magnesia for Odd Underarm Odor

Applying milk of magnesia to the armpits helped a reader get rid of an odd underarm odor. Is magnesium hydroxide absorbed thru skin?