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September 11, 2018 at 2:21 pm

Vicks VapoRub eases facial pain

A reader reports that the decongestant helps with facial pain. Plus: Beets for high blood pressure.

September 7, 2018 at 6:00 am

Another Milk of Magnesia success story | The People's Pharmacy

A reader reports that it works even better than metronidazole for rosacea. Plus: For throat troubles, another reader swears by “soap to the rescue.”

August 31, 2018 at 6:00 am

Quercetin supplements ease nasal allergies | The People's Pharmacy

A reader reports reduced allergy symptoms while using the supplement. Plus: an odd remedy for nighttime leg cramps.

August 24, 2018 at 12:00 am

A bit of military lore may clear up athlete’s feet

Testing advice from a World War II vet, a reader discovers that urine helps treat athlete’s foot. Plus: stinging nettle for herpes, and cold soy...

August 16, 2018 at 8:00 am

Milk of Magnesia helps clear a case of rosacea | The People's Pharmacy

After trying prescription antibiotics, Prosacea, tea tree oil, jojoba oil, sea buckthorn oil, apple cider vinegar, snail slime, IPL lasers, homeopathic remedies, Chinese herbs and...

August 12, 2018 at 8:00 am

Meat tenderizer eases pain of wasp sting | The People's Pharmacy

A reader discovers the healing properties of meat tenderizer. Plus: A homemade cilantro paste soothes psoriasis.

August 1, 2018 at 6:00 am

Will fragrant oils control motion sickness? | The People's Pharmacy

This week, the People’s Pharmacy investigates some inventive treatments for travel-induced nausea. Plus, two surprising remedies: vinegar for stinky feet, and olive oil for head...

A reader writes that eating almonds prevents heartburn. (Lezlie Sterling/McClatchy Newspapers)

July 20, 2018 at 6:00 am

Almonds for heartburn, facewash for lice and other DIY fixes for common health woes | The People's Pharmacy

This week, the People’s Pharmacy takes on alternative therapies for lice and heartburn. Plus: A reader shares a surprising treatment for toenail fungus.

July 4, 2018 at 8:00 am

Can Vicks VapoRub reduce the itchiness of poison ivy? | The People's Pharmacy

A reader reports that the decongestant lessens the discomfort of poison ivy. Why would that be? Plus: Hunting for discounts on prescription drugs, and a...

June 27, 2018 at 6:00 am

The neurological effects of low B-12 levels, sleeping pills for older adults, and more creative uses for Listerine

After last week’s conversation about Listerine as bug repellent, a reader writes in with yet another at-home use for the mouthwash. Plus: B-12 shots improve...