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How to Stop Sneezing: 6 Easy Tips & When to See a Doctor

Para parar de espirrar imediatamente existem algumas estratégias que podem ser eficazes, como ficar olhando para a luz acesa. Confira outras estratégias e os remédios indicados, além dos sinais de alerta para ir ao médico.

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Home Remedies for Sinus Infection: 8 Natural Treatments

Home remedies can be an excellent way to treat sinus infections. Many have anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties that help relieve symptoms like a plugged nose and facial heaviness. Learn some 100% natural home remedies you can try and how to prepare them.

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How to Increase Serotonin: 9 Natural Methods

To increase serotonin levels, you arvised to exercise daily, to include foods with tryptophan in your diet, and to get sun for at least 15 minutes everyday. Check out other natural ways you can increase serotonin levels.

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5 Teas Safe for Pregnancy (and How to Prepare Them)

Teas that are safe for pregnancy is a very controversial topic, and you should ideally avoid consuming any tea without approval from your obstetrician or a medicinal plant specialist. See some safe natural options to treat common pregnancy problems and how to prepare them.

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Can You Get Pregnant With A Condom? 11 Common Mistakes

Although it is relatively rare, it is possible to get pregnant even if you're using a condom. The risk for pregnancy increases if you make a mistake when putting it on, during use or taking it off. Check out the most common mistakes that in.

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Medicinal Plants

Copaiba Oil: Health Benefits, How to Take & Contraindications

Copaiba oil is a type of resin that is used for wound healing, to treat coughs and to soothe symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, It contains healing, expectorant and anti-inflammatory properties. Learn about the other health benefits of copaiba oil and the recommended dose.

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24 Hour Urine Test: Uses, How to Perform & Normal Levels

A 24-hour urine test evaluates different substances in the urine, such as clearance of creatine, albumin, and sodium. It is ordered to analyze kidney function and monitor disease progression or treatment. All urine in the period of 24 hours is collected in a special plastic container. Learn more about this test below.

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Infected Piercing: Symptoms, Aftercare & Ointment

An infected piercing can be noted if there is swelling, redness and pus in the area. It is important to take several aftercare measures if you notice an infected piercing, such as cleansing with saline, keeping the area dry and applying an antiseptic. Your doctor may prescribe ointments to speed up recovery.

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8 Natural Remedies for Migraines

Natural remedies are a great way to complement medical treatment for migraines. They can help to relieve pain faster, and can help to prevent the onset of flare-ups. Check-out the main natural remedies you can take for migraines and how to prepare them.

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Acupressure: Health Benefits & How to Perform

Acupressure is a complementary therapy performed by pressing specific points to relieve headaches, period cramps, PMS, anxiety, stress, nausea or even labor pain. Learn more about what acupressure is, the health benefits it can offer, and how to perform it to relieve stress, allergies and more.

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Medicinal Plants

Carqueja Tea: 9 Health Benefits & How to Make It

Carqueja tea has several health benefits, which include regulating blood pressure and blood sugar, strengthening your immune system and improving digestive problems. To achieve a therapeutic effect, it can be consumed up to 3 times a day. Learn more about the health benefits and how to make it.

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Pulse Oximetry: How To Measure Oxygen (& Normal Levels)

Pulse oxymetry is measured using a small device that is generally placed on the tip of the finger. It allows you to measure saturation, which is the amount of oxygen circulating in the blood at a given time. Learn why saturation levels are important, how they can be measured and how to use a pulse oximeter.

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Linden: Health Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Linden is a medicinal plant that is popularly used to treat various health problems, like anxiety, headaches and stomach pain. Learn about all the health benefits that linden has to offer, and check-out how to make linden tea at home.

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Fennel: 14 Health Benefits, How to Use & Contraindications

Fennel is a medicinal plant that can be used to treat stomach aches, indigestion, bloating, muscular spasms, cramping and headaches. It can be used in several forms, like its natural leaf form or as an essential oil. Learn about how fennel can be used and how to incorporate it into recipes.

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Medicinal Plants

Aloe Vera for Hair: 7 Health Benefits & How to Apply

Aloe vera for the hair can provide several benefits, such as maintaining scalp hydration, preventing hair loss, regulating oil production, combating dandruff and protecting from UV rays. Read more about the benefits of aloe vera for your hair, and how to apply it.

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Created by: Manuel Reis Registered Nurse
Postgraduate degree in Medicinal Plant Therapy, and Nursing degree obtained through the Porto Nursing School. Licensed to practice with the Ordem dos Enfermeiros (PT) under license #79026.
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