Home Remedies
Home remedies, vitamins and herbal supplements can effectively treat many minor ailments. However, patients should be cautious of treatments that have not been scientifically evaluated.
Some home remedies carry minimal risk, such using duct tape to cure warts, or chicken soup to soothe a cold. The risk goes up when a patient is elderly and using home remedies in combination with multiple drugs. For example, seemingly benign foods like garlic or grapefruit juice can have negative interactions with heart medications, according to the American College of Cardiology.
With the use of "natural" supplements and home remedies increasing in the U.S., it is important to honestly discuss with your doctor which supplements you are using in order to avoid dangerous side effects.
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- Q What are Dr. Oz's most successful home remedies?
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- Q What is the cure for a hangover?
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- Q Do home remedies work?
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