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Tea Tree Oil Melaleuca Alternifolia

… Treatment Overview Tea tree oil ( Melaleuca alternifolia ) comes from the …

Vaginal Yeast Infections

… Condition Basics What is a vaginal yeast infection? Yeast is a fungus … lives in the vagina in small numbers. A vaginal yeast infection means that too many … Things that may increase your risk for vaginal yeast overgrowth include taking …

Complementary Medicine

… Learning Center Learn about complementary medicine Many people use complementary medicine along with traditional …

Athlete's Foot

… clean and dry. Over-the-counter antifungal lotions, creams, or sprays usually are used … These medicines are creams, lotions, solutions, gels, sprays, ointments, swabs, or powders that you put on the skin (topical medicine). Treatment lasts from 1 to 6 …

Cholesterol and Triglycerides Eating Fish and Fish Oil

… your heart. footnote 1 If you have severely high triglycerides, your doctor may recommend … fish oil medicine. This medicine is a highly concentrated form of omega-3 fatty … oil supplements. Related Information High Cholesterol High Triglycerides References …

Heart-Healthy Eating Fish and Fish Oil

Overview Fish is a lean protein source that contains omega-3 fatty acids. This type of fat can be part of a heart-healthy diet. Fish oil supplements are another way to get omega-3 fatty acids. …

Acne

… If you have mild acne, you can get an acne cream without a prescription. Look for one … prescription medicines. The medicines may be creams or pills, and may include antibiotics … areas of skin, such as the chest or back (topical medicines). You might also take …

Aromatherapy Essential Oils Therapy

… Treatment Overview Aromatherapy, or essential oils therapy, is a complementary … that uses a plant's aroma-producing oils (essential oils). Essential oils are taken from a plant's …

Head lice

… 06 What are head lice? Head lice are tiny, sesame … lice do not cause illness or spread disease. However, they can be irritating because they … to cover the whole scalp. The conditioner stops the lice from moving, making them easier …

Coping With Stress

… around you. Step outside. Focus on the first tree, plant, or shrub you see. Visit a market, … Make yourself a non-alcoholic drink (like tea, hot chocolate, sparkling water, or … Light a scented candle, or try essential oils. Walk into a bakery and inhale the scent …