Recent Articles by Manuel Reis

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10 Home Remedies for Sore Throat: Grapefruit, Mint & More

Updated in 05-02-2023

Some great home remedies for a sore throat include ginger tea and grapefruit juice, because they have analgesic properties that can help reduce throat inflammation. However, there are many other very effective home remedies that you can try.

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11 Natural Ways to Cure Mouth Ulcers Fast

Updated in 04-26-2023

Mouth ulcers, also know as canker sores, are small lesions that are painful and generally appear on the tongue or on the lips. Check out 7 easy and simple ways to get rid of mouth ulcers faster and naturally, with products you can find at home .

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9 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Hiccups Fast

Updated in 04-19-2023

To get rid of hiccups, you can try drinking a glass of cold water or sucking on an ice cube. The cold temperature stimulates the nerves and muscles in the chest. Learn about other ways to stop hiccups fast .

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7 Food Poisoning Home Remedies to Relieve Symptoms

Updated in 04-14-2023

Home remedies for food poisoning, like ginger tea, fennel tea or coconut water, can help to naturally treat symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration. Check out the other natural ways you can treat food poisoning at home .

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Bruise Home Remedies: 5 Methods to Get Rid of Bruising Quick

Updated in 04-14-2023

Usually bruises disappear gradually without the need for treatment but since they can be painful and ugly, there are also some simple tricks that can help you eliminate them as soon as possible. See what you can do at home to get rid of bruises quick.

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Blisters on Feet: 11 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Updated in 03-28-2023

Blisters on the feet are small, fluid-filled sacs that emerge due to persistent friction, burns, dermatitis or athlete’s foot. The best way to treat blisters on the feet is to remove pressure in the area and to keep the blister intact. Learn about what causes blisters on the feet and what you can do.

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How to Inject Insulin: Step-By-Step Guide for Syringes & Pens

Updated in 03-28-2023

Insulin can be injected with a syringe or with a pre-filed pen. Check out our step-by-step guide on how to administer insulin at home, where to inject it and how to install new cartridges in a pen .

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10 Simple Ways To Remove a Fish Bone Stuck in Throat

Updated in 03-22-2023

A fish bone stuck in the throat can feel uncomfortable and can mimic a sensation of a lump in the throat. There are some very simple and practical ways to remove a fish bone stuck in your throat, which you can learn below. Also check out when it is important to seek medical attention.

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Lowering Blood Pressure: First Aid, Causes & Management

Updated in 03-14-2023

To lower blood pressure, it is important to take your medication as prescribed. If blood pressure does not improve, you should seek urgent medical attention at a hospital. See our tips to lower blood pressure fast and see what you can do to manage blood pressure on a chronic basis.

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Spider Bites: Symptoms, First Aid & How to Identify Them

Updated in 03-07-2023

Symptoms of a spider bite typically include redness, swelling and pain in the area. Poisonous spiders, like the black widow and brown recluse, also cause symptoms like blisters, sweats and vomiting. Learn more about how to identify a poisonous spider as well as the general first aid tips for treating a bite.

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Foamy Urine: 7 Causes & When to See a Doctor

Updated in 03-01-2023

Foamy urine may be a result of a quick urine stream in the toilet water, but it can also indicate the presence of protein in the urine, which can be a sign of kidney disease. Learn more about the common causes of frothy urine and what to do in each case .

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Long COVID: Long-Term Effects, What Causes It & Treatment

Updated in 01-30-2023

Long COVID is a term used to describe cases in which patients continue to present with long term effects after initial infection of COVID. Common symptoms include excessive fatigue, muscular pain and coughing. Learn more about why it happens, other symptoms, and how it is treated .

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Top 5 COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects (& How to Treat Them)

Updated in 01-30-2023

Side effects of the COVID-19 vacine, like headache, fever or fatigue, occur as a result of the body’s natural imune response. These can occur 24 hours after injection and can be treated with analgesics and rest. Learn more about the most common side effects that occur and what you can do to relieve them .

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Wasp Sting: Treatment for Swelling & When to See a Doctor

Updated in 01-25-2023

To treat a wasp sting, you should first remove the stinger from the skin. You can apply ice and a bug bit ointment to help speed healing, although in some cases, allergy medication to relieve specific symptoms may be needed. Learn more about how to treat a bee sting and when to see a doctor.

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Nose Bleeds: 8 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 01-11-2023

Nose bleeds can occur for many different reasons, like injury, hypertension, low platelets, sinusitis or with the use of some medication. Nose bleeds can be associated with other problems, like headache or nose pain. Learn about the different causes of nose bleeds, what you can do and when to see a doctor .