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Any suggestions for very painful interstitial cystitis?

Q. Dear Terry, “Any suggestions for very painful interstitial cystitis?”– Corinne T., Waukegan, IL A. Dear Corinne, Medical professionals are still not certain of the exact cause(s) of interstitial cystitis (IC). The symptoms of IC can resemble a urinary tract...

How can I keep my brain healthy and avoid getting dementia?

Q. Dear Terry, “Both of my grandparents suffered from dementia in their 70s. It was really painful to watch them go through that process. How can I keep my brain healthy and avoid getting dementia?” – Janelle E., Anchorage, AK...

I’m noticing more joint stiffness when I get up in the morning.

Q. Dear Terry, “I’m noticing more joint stiffness when I get up in the morning. My knees crack more frequently and it seems to take my joints more time to “warm up” before I can get up and move. I...

What are your top suggestions for better sleep?

Q. Dear Terry, “What are your top suggestions for better sleep?”– Libby L., Madison, WI A. Dear Libby, Sleep quality and quantity are both incredibly important to our overall health. Many Americans are sleep deficient, which can set us up...

They’ve been experiencing a lot of congestion, coughing, and chest irritation. What can help them?

Q. Dear Terry, “I have family who live in Canada and have been impacted by the wildfires, but luckily they are safe. They’ve been experiencing a lot of congestion, coughing, and chest irritation. What can help them?” – Tarah M,...

I have been dealing with a sinus infection for three weeks now.

Q. Dear Terry, “I have been dealing with a sinus infection for three weeks now. I’ve been on multiple rounds of antibiotics and nothing seems to work. How can I get rid of this?”– Kylie S., Marquette, MI A. Dear...

I had my first gout attack last month and it was horrible.

Q. Dear Terry, “I had my first gout attack last month and it was horrible. I was in excruciating pain for almost a week. The doctor recommended over-the-counter pain relievers that didn’t do much for my pain. I’ve been trying...

My doctor recommended taking omega-3s for my heart.

Q. Dear Terry, “My doctor recommended taking omega-3s for my heart. I’ve tried fish oils in the past and they were awful. What is your opinion on how much and what type of omega-3s to take?” – Marco G., Durham,...

Any ideas for someone with recently diagnosed Parkinson’s disease?

Q. Dear Terry, “Any ideas for someone with recently diagnosed Parkinson’s disease?”– Cole M., Mission, TX A. Dear Cole, I strongly encourage you to discuss any supplementation with your healthcare practitioner. With that being said, I believe there are some...

My six-year-old German Shepherd is having some arthritis issues.

Q. Dear Terry, “My six-year-old German Shepherd is having some arthritis issues. She has a lot of energy but seems to get more sore after her usual activities. I don’t know where to start and am hoping you have some...

I’m in my mid-50s and recently started having to get up in the middle of the night more often to urinate.

Q. Dear Terry, “I’m in my mid-50s and recently started having to get up in the middle of the night more often to urinate. I saw my doctor and he said that my prostate is slightly enlarged, but otherwise normal....

I’ve been working with an integrative practitioner for several years to help with chronic Lyme disease.

Q. Dear Terry, “I’ve been working with an integrative practitioner for several years to help with chronic Lyme disease. I feel like some improvement has been made, but I’m always looking for more information on this topic. Are there any...

I believe I have a candida overgrowth.

Q. Dear Terry, “I believe I have a candida overgrowth. How can I deal with this naturally?”– Mitzi M., Johns Creek, GA A. Dear Mitzi, Candida is a type of yeast found naturally in small amounts in the human body....

My bone density has been decreasing over the past ten years.

Q. Dear Terry, “My bone density has been decreasing over the past ten years. I don’t have osteoporosis yet, but I’m afraid it will happen soon. What can I take to help my bones?” – Sonja K., Blaine, MN A....

Is there anything I can try to improve my libido?

Q. Dear Terry, “I have zero desire to engage in intimate activities with my husband. I love him dearly, but I don’t have any libido. This has been going on for several years. Is there anything I can try to...

My husband recently started taking a statin for his cholesterol.

Q. Dear Terry, “My husband recently started taking a statin for his cholesterol. I looked online and many places state that you should take CoQ10 if you’re on a statin. How much CoQ10 should my husband take and for how...

I’m looking for some suggestions for back pain.

Q. Dear Terry, “I’m looking for some suggestions for back pain. This is an issue I’ve been dealing with for many years. I haven’t had any relief with medications, so I’m hopeful there might be some natural remedies. What should...

I am really struggling with facial and body acne.

Q. Dear Terry, “I am really struggling with facial and body acne. When I was a teenager I had acne for years, but fortunately it went away. Now, I’m not sure what’s going on, but my acne has returned, and...

My husband had eye surgery and is now struggling with seeing at night.

Q. Dear Terry, “My husband had eye surgery and is now struggling with seeing at night. He’s very frustrated. There’s been a few times that he’s stumbled when we have been out running errands or on an evening walk. He...

I’ve had varicose veins in both legs for many years.

Q. Dear Terry, “I’ve had varicose veins in both legs for many years. My mother and aunt both had surgery on their varicose veins, but a few years later they returned. I’m looking for other options to try and reduce...

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