Alternative, Inexpensive Remedies For Psoriasis

April 17, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
Please tell me what to do to get rid of my psoriasis. I’ve had it for a long time and just can’t seem to get rid of it. I do have a prescription for Taclonex that works well, but I don’t have health insurance to continue to fill the expensive prescription. What else can I do?

DEAR READER:
Most forms of psoriasis are cyclic, meaning symptoms flare up, subside, and then flare up again. An outbreak can present with red, scaly patches of skin, itching, painful joints, and more. Common forms can appear anywhere on the body, including the inside of the mouth.

Risk factors include a family history of the disease, immune disorders, stress, exposure to cold, certain medications, and more.

Treatment depends on the location of the outbreak. Some lesions might be controlled with an over-the-counter topical cream. [Read more...]

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Natural Laxative Safer

April 1, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I’m a 77-year-old woman. You have written about a natural remedy for constipation consisting of apple sauce, prune juice, and bran. I just can’t remember the measurements. Also, what kind of bran should I use? I’ve been bothered with constant constipation and would like to try something healthful without taking laxatives.

DEAR READER:
Constipation can be caused by a number of conditions such as a diet low in fiber, inadequate liquid intake, stress, and certain medications. Irritable bowel syndrome can contribute to constipation, as can a lack of exercise.

If you feel you don’t get adequate fiber or liquids in your diet on a regular basis, make it a point to consume more fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Supplement the change with more water, juice or other liquids throughout the day. [Read more...]

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Daily Column

March 23, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
A while ago you had a column about a man who experienced remarkable new hair growth after using Tresemme shampoo and conditioner.

Both my husband and I have had significant thinning of our hair so despite my skepticism, we gave it a try. After about two months of daily use my husband began to notice all kinds of new hair coming in. He even went to his hairdresser who confirmed that he had what she called “pingers” all over his head. (She told us that “pingers” are hairs that about ½ – ¾ inches in length, equal to about two months of growth).

Encouraged by this, I went to see my hairdresser a few days later (as I hadn’t noticed anything because I have long hair). She, too, confirmed new growth. Both ladies were amazed and have decided to recommend the Tresemme products to their clients. [Read more...]

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Daily Column

March 19, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I had a lot of nosebleeds as a child and into my teens. My mother had me drink a cup of warm Jell-O two or three times a day. As a result, I had a lot fewer nose bleeds.

DEAR READER:
This is certainly a new one to me! Jell-O and other brands contain gelatin, a glutinous material used as a food item, in medicine, and also in photography. I must admit I cannot connect the dots between your nosebleeds and Jell-O.

To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report “Compelling Home Remedies”. Other readers who would like a copy should send a self-addressed, stamped, number 10 envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title.

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Sunday Column

March 1, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
You have written about peripheral neuropathy several times. I would like to share my experience with you and your readers.

I am a cancer survivor and have suffered with this condition for more than eight years. I have severe burning, tingling and pain in my feet due to chemotherapy. Then a few years ago my sister-in-law came across an article about neuropathy in a magazine. The article talked about a new treatment called Anodyne therapy.

After doing some research, I decided I had nothing to lose and gave it a try. I had a total of 16 treatments at a local outpatient therapy center. After only six treatments, the pain in my feet was much better. The throbbing and burning were totally gone. [Read more...]

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Flatulence Has Many Causes

February 27, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I suffer from EXTREME gas. It never goes away. I have tried many different prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs but nothing has helped. I also try to watch my diet carefully in an attempt to avoid common gas-causing foods.

I read your column regularly and have noticed that you offer some really good suggestions to people with all sorts of medical problems. I hope you can offer me some help.

DEAR READER:
Gas can have several causes from the foods we consume to medications to medical conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. Sometimes as we age, we simply have more gas, as well.

In your brief note, you don’t give an age, any health problems you may have or list any medications (including herbals and OTCs) you may be taking. I can, therefore, only given general advice. [Read more...]

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Is It Really Restless Legs Syndrome?

February 25, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I read your article about statin drugs and their effect. My question is what, if any, drugs can cause restless leg syndrome? I’m currently taking a cholesterol-lowering medication and wonder if that is the reason for my discomfort.

Your help in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

DEAR READER:
As I have indicated numerous times in the past, almost every drug, even over-the-counter aspirin, carries side effects for some individuals. You don’t indicate what medications, other than your cholesterol-lowering drug, you may be on. Most major brands of cholesterol lowering medications can cause serious muscle pain and/or leg cramps.

Now we can approach the next issue. Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is characterized as an uneasiness, fatiguing, twitching, and itching deep in the muscles of the lower part of the leg. [Read more...]

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Cinnamon For Angina?

February 18, 2009 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I am writing to you about the benefits of taking cinnamon supplements daily. I first saw an article in your column sent by a man who lowered his cholesterol by 30 points after taking cinnamon for a year. After taking cinnamon tablets for a year and changing nothing else, my cholesterol went from 230 to 170.

I later told one of my friends (a nurse) who said that her husband (a physician) had high cholesterol but he didn’t want to take statins because of the side effects. They discussed the cinnamon and decided to try it as he had nothing to lose. At the time he was also having terrible bouts of angina and ate nitro pills by the handful. The pain was so severe that his wife also had to give him injections of pain killers just to relieve the pain. Both the nitro and pain medication were prescribed by their primary care physician. [Read more...]

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Daily Column

December 2, 2008 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I have been meaning to send this home remedy long before I read your columns about cold and canker sores.

My mother had recurring cold sores on her lips but also frequently had canker sores in her mouth. I used to have frequent canker sores but have never had a cold sore.

Even though it does seem a lot of high acid foods can trigger canker sores, mine were often associated with being over tired or stressed.

The tried and true treatment for us was to dab powdered alum (from the seasoning section of the grocery store) on the tip of a damp finger and then apply it to the canker or cold sore. There is a brief intense tingling and bitterness from the application but relief is instant and for us the sores were usually gone within a day or two. I have even used this for a huge ¾ inch by ¾ inch sore in my throat. [Read more...]

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Daily Column

November 9, 2008 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I understand that you have been written a book with all the tips that appear in your column. How can I get a copy of it?

Keep up the good work and keep reporting on all those good solutions that so many of us have had luck with.

DEAR READER:
I believe you are referring to my Health Report “Dr. Gott’s Compelling Home Remedies” in which I discuss several of the most successful. It can be ordered by sending $2 and a self-addressed, stamped number 10 envelope to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. In order to fill the request, the specific name of the Health Report must be included. For those who would like a complete list of available Health Reports, simply send a SASE to the same address and ask for an order form.
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