You may not know it, but your house is as good as a pharmacy
So you’ve come down with a cold or you’re just not feeling your best. – here are some home remedies to help get you back to your usual happy, healthy self!
Nail nausea Ginger has been used for years to stop nausea. Nibble on ginger biscuits, sip on ginger ale or even better, buy some fresh ginger and add a few thin slices into a cup of boiling water with a spoonful of honey.
Combat a cold Garlic helps to clear out a blocked nose. So it makes sense that garlic is your new best friend if you’re down with a cold or flu. Crush two cloves of garlic and leave them for 15 minutes to let the enzymes do their job. Then add honey and olive oil or butter and spread the mixture onto thin slices of bread. Ok, it’s not the tastiest snack you’ve had but it will be the healthiest!
Fight the flu Lemon is full of the vitamins you need when you’re down with the flu. Squeeze the juice of one or two lemons into a cup, add hot water and honey and you’ve got a delicious drink packed with flu-fighting properties.
Cram the cranberry If you’ve ever had a bladder infection (sometimes called urinary tract infection) you’ll know how painful it can be – think back pain, needing to urinate all the time and a burning sensation when you do urinate. Cranberry juice helps to fight the infection within eight hours! Don’t forget to also drink lots of water to help flush the infection out.
Help your head The bad news is that headaches are common, the good news is that it’s easy to get rid of them. Drink lots of water and stay away from anything that will dehydrate you, like salty foods. If your headache is part of a cold, wrap some ice in a small cloth or towel and press it to your forehead. The coldness helps to numb the pain and improve blood circulation.
Remember… If any of these symptoms last for longer than two days, and you’re not feeling better, then it may be time to see a health professional like a nurse, doctor or health worker at your nearest clinic or health centre. Don’t be quiet if you’re not feeling well, tell an adult you trust and make sure you get help.
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Tnks. It's very useful
March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.
Makes lot of sense, thanks.
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
Tank u so much
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
m sorry 4 asking dis question,.i av a problem of masturbation,i av tried all i can to stop it but itz nt really stopping,plz can u tell me wat to do to stop it?nd can u also plz tell me d side effects of masturbation nd hw it can harm me?.tnx
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
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Hey Aloura! There is no right or wrong answer to this question. However, masturbation is frowned on by most cultures and religions. Also, getting addicted to masturbation can affect you sexually later on in life. If you really want to stop it, you need to make up your mind and make sure you stick to it. Also, look for a strong distraction that will keep you busy all the time so that you won't have the time to masturbate. We hope this helps
Wat Cranberry
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
My aunt is so dirty after eating she leaves her plate underneath her bed i am like yuck and she is like um it's not your plate not ur room not your house not ur biss was and she always comesup with a flu nd cold
March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.
is it tru dat wen a gel of abt 12 yrs is developin boobs,it wil tak abt 2 yrs aft breast mature b4 ha period wil come?
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Ogorchukwu! No, it's not true. Every one grows at their own pace, some may develop breasts in 3 months while others may wait for years but this has nothing to do with periods. Remember there are adults who do not have big breasts but have been seeing their period for years now. We hope this helps
M vry worried m 17 nd my boobs re as smal as lime dnt knw wat 2 do some1 told me 2 use breast enhancin cream cn i use it
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Marvey17_! First of all, do not use breast enhancing creams because they always have side effects. Secondly, the size of your breast is hormonal and may increase as you grow. Look at your family members (both paternal and maternal) and notice their breast sizes. Ask questions about how their breasts were when they were younger. Do not worry about it as there is little you can do to increase it. Just be comfortable in your skin and take your mind off it. The size of your breast does not determine what you will be in life. Look at the mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful (big breast or not). We hope this helps.
pls am 13 i have seen all signs of maturity in my body...my period just started a day before yesterday...but my breast are showing no signs at all...do i have anyproblem
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Splendora! The size of your breast is hormonal and may increase as you grow. Do not worry about it as there is little you can do to increase it. Just be comfortable in your skin and take your mind off it besides, you still have time to grow as you are still really young. Remember that the size of your breast does not determine what you will be in life. Look at the mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful (big breast or not). We hope this helps.
is it only when a penis is erect dat semen can be ejaculated, and also is seeing one's period twice a month a sign of infection?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Ogorchukwu! Seeing your period twice a month is not a sign of infection. When we say monthly cycle, what we mean is either 21 days or 35 days (depending on your cycle). It does not have to start on the 1st of the month and end on the last day. It can start at the end of the month but as long as it lasts up to 21 or 35 days as the case may be with your menstrual cycle, that is all that matters. What you need to do is to track your period using a calendar to know how long your cycle is. Please note that menstrual cycles last from 21 -35 days depending on the individual. So if someone's cycle is for 21-28 days, she is likely to see it twice a month sometimes (not all the time). If she sees it twice every month, please advise her to talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
Hi,I have been seeing my period in every two months, is it normal?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Sprinster! You need to know how long your menstrual cycle lasts for. When we say monthly cycle, what we mean is either 28 days or 30 days (depending on your cycle). It does not have to start on the 1st of the month and end on the last day. It can start at the end of the month but as long as it lasts up to 28 or 30 days as the case may be with your menstrual cycle, that is all that matters. What you need to do is to track your period using a calendar to know how long your cycle is. Please note that menstrual cycles last from 21 -35 days depending on the individual. We hope this helps.
hw do i know hw 2 calculate 4 my next period?
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Big sis my frnds do treat me lyk trash probably bcos I m d youngest in class d problem nw is DAT I can't do without them pls wat do I do also I need tips on hw to reduce d amount of play I do play at school
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
THIS ARTICLE HEALTHY AT HOME HAS HELPED MY JUST NOW,I HAVE ONE OF THE ABOVE HEALTH CONDITION THAT I WAS ALMOST GOING TO SPEND 2500,BUT NO MORE AM VERY HAPPY,BUT I WANT TO KNOW HOW TO CHAT WITH FRIENDS HERE!
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey BLECE! Thanks for the comment. We are glad to know this and to have helped you. We are so excited to be of help to you. Say hi to anyone here to make friends. We appreciate you and feel free to share this page with your friends