the proper functioning of the kidneys. If the kidneys are not working properly, your body can retain fluid and raise your blood pressure or cause swelling in your legs.
....An upset stomach is the next reason to visit the medicine cabinet. For this I recommend Tums and Imodium. If you are prone to heartburn, Gaviscon may be a better choice. Tums, or other antacid tablets like Maalox or Rolaids, contains calcium carbonate, which neutralizes stomach acid. This usually relieves most cases of stomach upset. Imodium is the best choice for diarrhea. If you have to take more than eight tablets a day of any stomach remedy, you should probably contact a Doctor. |
....Personal injury is another reason to visit the medicine cabinet. This is why it might be a good idea to have a first aid kit somewhere in your house. At the very least, have a package of multiple sized Band-Aids on hand. An antibiotic ointment is helpful to use to ensure that cuts and scrapes don’t get.
infected. I also keep a homeopathic topical pain reliever in my medicine cabinet. I prefer an arnica cream or Traumheel.
....If you have difficultly sleeping or
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are concerned about allergies, you can treat both problems with a sedating antihistamine called Benadryl. This medication works best for acute allergic reactions; such as insect stings or food allergies. It will also help with seasonal allergies that are caused by pollinating plants or allergies to pet dander. The major side effect of Benadryl is drowsiness, which is why it is helpful to treat mild, and infrequent, cases of sleeplessness.
....What other things should you have on hand to be prepared? I had to check my own medicine
cabinet to answer this one. I always have sunscreen on hand. Usually, I recommend one that is 30SPF or higher. I tend to recommend the
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