Stomachache Will Not Go Away

 I had a stomachache last night that is lingering and will not go away. I've tried all my known remedies--ginger, acidophilus, drinking fluids, Pepcid, Tylenol, later Ibuprofen. I've been eating plenty of fruit and vegetables and fiber.

I've eaten no eggs or nuts or beans--those can all bother me at certain times. I had one small piece of lean steak yesterday (beef will upset my stomach sometimes). But that's out of my system now.  Here's a look at some common remedies for stomachache, plus thoughts on when it might not be common. Stomachache Will Not Go Away

Avoid Egg Substitutes if You Have Albumen Intolerance, Egg Allergy

I always used to get stomach cramps after eating a big farm-style breakfast (eggs, meat, pancakes, etc.). Then in 1983, I connected it to an egg intolerance. I don't call it a full-blown albumei allergy. I don't get the hives or anaphylaxis symptoms. Just raging a stomachache that no pain reliever will touch. It has to work it's way out and that can take hours. Warning Avoid Egg Substitutes if You Have an Albumen Intolerance, Egg Allergy 

Lower Michigan Drought Affects Plants, Air Quality

 For several months, Michigan has been experiencing drought conditions across much of the lower part of the state. The dry spell is exacting its toll in plant damage, air quality concerns and wildfire concerns. Here's a look at Michigan's 2012 drought and some of its impacts. The U.S Drought Monitor shows that in the Lower Peninsula, most of southern Michigan is in moderate drought with a portion of severe drought along the Michigan-Indiana border.  Lower Michigan Drought Affects Plants, Air Quality

Air Quality Alerts, Seasonal Allergies, Asthma and Health Problems

Air Quality Alerts, Seasonal Allergies, Asthma and Health Problems I have Weatherbug installed on my browser. Because I work online, I see every bad weather update. Whenever that little red warning icon shows up, I get nervous. Today, it's an Air Quality alert. What in the world is an air quality alert and why should it sound an emergency warning? Like Ozone Action days, air quality alerts signal periods when the air is not as healthy as it could be. The Department of Environmental Quality, MDEQ in Michigan, has a set of parameters that it uses to determine when it issues air quality alerts. Read more...

Spring Weather Ushers in Allergy and Migraine Season

Spring Weather Ushers in Allergy and Migraine Season With temperatures rising above freezing (and waking up allergens), the barometer playing tennis and high humidity and precipitation, spring ushers in many health conditions. Barometric pressure migraines, seasonal allergies and aches and pains.

Flatulence, Gas and Possible Food Allergy

Stomach Gas, IBS, Flatulence: Possible Symptom of Food Allergy
Passing stomach gas. It embarrassing and smells foul. Some men think passing gas is funny. However gas build up in the stomach, especially bad smelling gas, can be a symptom of food allergies. Gas formation can be an allergice reaction.
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Latex Allegies and Anaphylaxis Fruit and Nut Allergies

Latex or Rubber Allergies Linked to Fruit Allergies
If you have a latex (anaphylaxis) allergy, you may also be allergic to fruits which contain similar proteins: papaya, avocado, banana, passion fruit, fig, melon, mango, kiwi, pineapple, chestnuts, peaches and tomatoes.
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Sumac, Pollen, Seasonal Allergies

Sumac, Pollen and Seasonal Summer Allergies
Sumac is listed on the invasive plant species list. Sumac blossoms are tiny bright yellow flowers that have a foul, musty smell. Sumac can cause headaches and rhinitis associated with seasonal allergies.
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Replace Toxic Cleaners and Detergents: Hydrogen Peroxide

Green Clean with Hydrogen Peroxide
One of the most insidious health dangers comes from toxins in our environment. And one of the biggest sources of toxins in the house is cleaning products. This summer we are going to focus on healthy, green, safe cleaning alternatives and products. Today's green cleaner: Hydrogen peroxide: stain remover, whitener, cleaner, germ-killer, sanitizer, oxy clean, green, eco-friendly, safe, natural and cheap! Get a 50 cent bottle of hydrogen peroxide for laundry, bathroom, kitchen, nursery and clean green!
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How to Keep Cool in Summer Heat without Air Conditioning

Keep Cool in Summer Heat Without Air Conditioning
Summer heat and humidity can create allergy and other health issues. And as good as air conditioner feels, it's not green or healthy. It's possible to keep cool in summer without air conditioning. And it's good for you and good for the environment.
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Healthy Seasonal Allergy Remedies

April Showers bring May Flowers and what do May Flowers bring? Spring allergies! Now I am certainly not going to stop smelling the flowers, but I don't want to sneeze endlessly! Nor do I want to take lots of yucky medicine. So how about some simple healthy, herbal allergy sinus treatments? I used these when I was pregnant and they are super safe, super effective! Read on...

Health Help for Dry Chapped Skin

Skin Care: Tips to Avoid Dry Skin
Dry autumn weather = dry fall skin, right? Yes, if you don't take precautions. No, if you follow these tips. Colder weather shrinks blood vessels. Skin contracts to conserve heat and moisture. Practice proactive skin care.
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Fragrance Intolerance and Allergies

Fragrance Intolerance and Allergies: FAQs
Frangrances intolerances and allergies affect many people. Perfumes, soaps, air fresheners, deoderizers, cleaning products and other sources can create all sorts of problems. Here's a guide to understanding fragrance intolerance and allergies. Practical suggestions also.
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Prevent Seasonal Allergies with Home Maintenance

10 Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips
Easy, inexpensive and quick home maintenance tips. Make your home a safe home. Cleaning tips for good health. Prevent allergy problems. Reduce your costs.
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Beware! Phthalate Toxins in Baby Products

Phthalates in Baby Products: Toxins for Infants?
Overview of phthalates: products they are found in, how they harm children. Baby care solutions to avoid phthalates. Make your baby's health top priority!
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Understanding Ear Infections

Swimmer's Ear: What is It? How Do I Treat It? How Do I Prevent It?
Swimmer's Ear is a common summer complaint. This guide will help you to care for Swimmer's Ear.
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Infant Ear Infections
A guide to understand infant ear infections.
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