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Bugs are part of the outdoor experience, but that doesn’t mean you have to be their constant prey. Regular bug sprays are often pungent, sticky, expensive and filled with suspect ingredients. There are many natural ways to get bugs to back off, and all of them involve a visit to your pantry. That’s right, common household foods can compel bugs to fly in the opposite direction.   Onions As soon as you notice a bite, slice a raw onion and press over the bitten area, releasing the juices. This reduces the itch and pulls the fluids out. Rubbing onion over your skin also repels the bugs to start with. This trick works best with fresh slices. Rub a new raw slice on a bite several times a day to make it disappear completely. This works well for wasps, bees, ants and spiders too        Milk  Dairy can sooth burns, which is especially useful if you have overexposed your skin to the sun without protection. Milk also soothes the itch bug bites cause. Stop...

All year round I wait for summer, and there is only one reason that it never quite lives up to my expectations - bug bites! The itchy and irritating reactions your poor defenseless skin has to those pesky insects can really ruin your outdoor excitement, whether you are trying to enjoy a walk, a lovely picnic or a spectacular fireworks display. Yet, how are you supposed to know whether the insect bite you've suffered is benign (irritating) or the start of something to worry about?   Note: If you want to try some natural remedies for these 5 bug bites, click here.    1. Bedbug bites Dangers: No one likes the idea of bugs in their beds. These pesky fiends will not directly harm your health, though their bites are particularly itchy. This itchiness could indirectly lead to a lack of good sleep, which as we know can itself cause many subsequent health problems. Most of the time bedbugs leave tiny red bites, but occasionally your skin may react with these itchy wh...

We often let the little frustrations of each day stop us from appreciating life in the present moment. But, as we grow older, we learn to detach ourselves from the drama and the chaos we once engaged in. As we age, we become more humble about life and are less willing to spend our time on vain things. Now that I'm in my fifties, here are some important life lessons that I have learned: 1. Day-to-day frustrations are inevitable :  Very rarely do we have full control of all situations. And, as stressful as it may be, what's bothering us so much today won't matter a month from now. And, with age, we know this for certain.    Words of wisdom: Let go of the nonsense, stay positive, and move forward with your life.    2. How perfect everything ought to be:  There's a big difference between reasonable striving and perfectionism. Perfectionism causes you unnecessary stress and anxiety, created by the superficial need to get it right. But getting lost in...

Although it can be embarrassing, sweating is natural and good for you. It's your body's way of cooling you down and getting rid of toxins. Some people sweat more than others, and in hot or humid climates, you can't avoid sweating, but sometimes excessive sweating can be a disorder called hyperhidrosis.   Antiperspirants and deodorants can make the condition worse, and their strong chemicals can be damaging. There are natural ways to cool down the body, remove the odors, and control the sweating, which can be made from household ingredients. Symptoms  Before you rush and try to find a solution by yourself, check with your doctor. Excessive sweating can be a sign of illness or a disorder, especially if you notice the following symptoms:    Visible sweating, drenching your clothes    Wet, moist palms and soles    Skin maceration (skin softening and breaking down)     Strong foot odor    Cracked and scaled skin  ...

Many of us have experienced the uncomfortable sensation of swollen hands, which can occur suddenly without warning. This nuisance may only last for a few minutes on many occasions, but on others, it can persist for much longer. But is there a reason to panic?   In most cases, the answer is NO. What's happening in our palms, hands and fingers reflects what is happening both inside and outside our bodies. These factors are rarely a cause for concern. However, in those few cases where there is a problem, it’s good to be able to identify it and understand whether it’s treatable at home, or if it’s time to see a doctor. 1. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome   Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed as it travels through the wrist at the carpal tunnel and causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the part of the hand that receives sensation from the median nerve. This is a very common syndrome in both men and women of various ages and occurs mostly in people ...