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Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity You Probably Don’t Know About

Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity You Probably Don’t Know About Gluten intolerance is a relatively new scientific phenomenon affecting thousands of people worldwide. While the affects of gluten intolerance are not new, scientific research pertaining to them has only become available in recent years. What we can immediately establish is that gluten intolerance is a wide […]

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Home Remedies for Allergies

Allergies , health , natural remedies / Schei, MD

With the arrival of spring, allergies increase dramatically. The best known, and most widespread, allergy is to pollen, often called seasonal allergy. We can fight them naturally, and cope with most symptoms. Sometimes it’s necessary to consult your doctor, who may refer you to an allergist for a complete examination to determine the degree and

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Common Skin Problems In Dogs

Allergies , pet , Symptoms / PositiveMed Team

Common Skin Problems In Dogs And How To Know If Your Dog Has Them Skin disorders are among the most common problems in dogs. Your dog’s skin is a great indicator of its general health. The disorders vary from acute to chronic or long-lasting problems requiring life-long treatment. Here are some common skin

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Is It An Allergy?

Allergies , health , Health News , Skin Care / PositiveMed Team

Is It An Allergy? Wondering if your nagging cold is actually an allergy? Or what about your new skin cream that made your hands break out? Distinguishing an allergy from a non-allergic condition is not always a clear-cut task, but knowing the difference can sometimes help you solve what’s ailing you, which could mean faster

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Simple Tips for Better Makeup

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Simple Tips for Better Makeup The pros know how to put on makeup quickly and achieve beautiful results, but their methods may seem a little unconventional to you. In fact, you might be surprised how makeup artists really apply cosmetics. Remember, their methods work quickly while still giving you beautiful results. Try the sequence of

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Make Your Own Homemade Hand Sanitizer

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Make Your Own Homemade Hand Sanitizer By PositiveMed-Team Edited By Stephanie Dawson Some people keep hand sanitizer with them to avoid germs and prevent flu. Conventional hand sanitizers contain alcohol which makes your hands dry, and excessive use of sanitizers can cause germs on your hands to become resistant to it. Some, especially children, do

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8 Hidden Dangers in Beauty Products

Allergies , hair care , Skin Care / Schei, MD

8 Hidden Dangers in Beauty Products Many of us like to look good when we go out or to a social gathering. Cosmetics have been used for centuries to help people look good, but have you ever thought about the effects cosmetics have on your skin? This article will discuss the harmful effects cosmetics can

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22 Ways To Clean Indoor Air Naturally

Allergies , DIY Tips / Schei, MD

22 Ways To Clean Indoor Air Naturally By Khrystyana Kirton Edited by Stephanie Dawson Reviewed by Nima Shei MD According to the The American Lung Association the indoor air quality of one’s home could be 2-5 times worse than the air outdoors, thanks to a study done by the EPA! That is pretty scary

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10 Houseplants Which Will Clean Indoor Toxins-Organically

Allergies , Facts , health , live longer / Schei, MD

10 Houseplants Which Will Clean Indoor Toxins-Organically By Khrystyana KirtonEdited By Stephanie DawsonReviewed By Nima Shei MD Turns out that indoor air can often contain more toxins and chemicals than outdoor air. Everything from mattresses to pots/pans to kids’ pajamas can put harmful chemicals into indoor air. It’s best to clean indoor toxins in any way

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11 Natural Ways to Increase Your Immunity

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11 Natural Ways to Increase Your Immunity By PositiveMed-Team Edited By Stephanie Dawson Getting sick is something most of us don’t want or have time for, its something we can’t plan, and is often uncomfortable. Even with a healthy diet a cold or a flu virus can strike without warning. We are exposed to millions

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From the Blogs, Gluten-Free Rosie

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A new feature here at PositiveMed is a section with questions and answers from some of our favorite blogs. If you know of a blog you think should be featured send us an email and we will check it out! (Author’s note: I liked Rosie’s answers so much I left them as is, no changes,

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Breathing Problems: Causes, Tests, and Treatments

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Breathing Problems: Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsBy Stephanie Dawson There is no worse feeling than trying to breathe and feeling like your lungs just can’t get air. This happens on an everyday basis for those with severe asthma, COPD, and other respiratory disorders. Others get along fine most days, but when it’s hot and humid, or

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The Allergy and Asthma Increase

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The Allergy and Asthma Increase By Lauren Hill Guest Writer Around the world, the rate of allergies and asthma has increased significantly over recent years. Countries like the United States have noticed some of the most dramatic increases. According to MedicineNet.com, the rate of asthma has increased from 34 cases out of 1,000 people to

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The Allergen Hiding In Your Makeup

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Are you familiar with a preservative called methlisothiazolinone? If you use foundation, moisturizer, sunscreen, body wash, or shampoo, you’ve probably rubbed it on your hair or your skin, which may have led to a rash afterward! Methylisothiazolinone or MI, sometimes erroneously called methylisothiazoline, is a powerful biocide and preservative within the group of isothiazolinones. MI

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3 Natural Remedies For Eye Irritation

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Watery or dry eyes; itching, burning, or stinging eyes; red eyes, the sensation of something being stuck in your eye, a rust stain in your eye if the foreign body is metal, eye pain, sensitivity to light, and blurred vision are some of the symptoms of eye irritation, which can be caused by dust, smoke,

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17 Foods To Avoid Celiac disease

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Celiac disease, also known as celiac sprue or non-tropical sprue, is a disorder that typically becomes apparent when young children start eating food containing wheat, rye, barley, and other cereal grains. The problem is caused by gliadin, one of the proteins collectively known as gluten, found in these grains. Gliadin combines with antibodies in the

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10 Anti-Asthma Foods

Allergies , Health and Food / PositiveMed

Even though there might not be a perfect cure for asthma the correct super-foods can help you ease it as much as possible, alleviating asthma symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness. #1: Avocado This buttery and exquisite fruit is one of the prime sources of glutathione, which has been shown to

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Seasonal Allergies in Children

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If you have been noticing sneezing, congestion and the runny nose in your children, maybe its due to seasonal allergies, especially if they get similar symptoms at the same time every year. Seasonal allergies are also known as hay fever, they occur mainly when outdoor molds release their spores and trees, grasses, and weeds release

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