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Another Perspective on Health - "Health is not the mere absence of disease, but in fact a state of vitality, of energy, of creativity; ultimately, a higher state of consciousness."
Deepak Chopra, M.D.

Avoid Commercial Chemical Laxatives. - They do what they are supposed to do, however they are addicting. If too many chemical laxatives are taken, your bowel gets used to them and your constipation can get worse. A better bet would be one marked "natural" or "vegetable." These are considered safe, even if taken over a long period of time. Just be sure to drink plenty of water with them.

Natural Teeth Whitener - To brighten teeth stained by coffee and cigarettes, mix baking soda with enough hydrogen peroxide to make a toothpaste and brush teeth as usual.

Sore Throat Help - Sore throats can be annoying, but they usually can be improved with a few simple self-care steps. Low humidity in your home, failing to drink enough fluids, winter dryness, or smoke can be the culprits, but often, sore throats are a sign of infection.

During an infection, your throat fights back by increasing the blood flow to your neck. This is what causes the swelling, soreness, and cough that often accompany a sore throat.

Two types of infections cause sore throats: the more common viral infection; and the less common, but more serious, bacterial infection, known as strep throat. Here are the usual differences between the two: Viral sore throat - caused by a virus; usually causes a dry cough and a lighter colored mucus; less likely to be accompanied by a fever; often associated with cold or flu; disappears by 7 to 10 days. Strep throat - caused by bacteria; throat appears very red with white patches or pus and swollen tonsils and neck glands; often produces a temperature of over 101 degrees; requires treatment with antibiotics.

If you're suffering from a sore throat, here are a few steps to take to get relief and be well in a short time. Drink at least eight glasses of fluid a day. Gargle with warm salt water (1/2 teaspoon of salt in 8 oz. of water). Suck on hard candies or cough drops and take aspirin for fever or discomfort if needed. (Children and teenagers should take acetaminophen instead of aspirin.) Increase the humidity with vaporizers or hot showers. However, since vaporizers can transmit infection, it is important to keep them very clean.

It is recommended to take an immune system booster at the first sign of need.

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