Articles written by Darlene Norris

Natural remedies for acid reflux include apple cider vinegar, aloe vera, licorice, ginger, and glutamine. Heartburn sufferers may want to try these home remedies first.

Sep 23, 2008 - Darlene Norris

People who suffer from GERD more than three times a week may need medication to control it. Which treatment is best for severe acid reflux or heartburn?

Sep 22, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Heartburn may be no more than a passing problem for most people. But it can be the only symptom of a heart attack for women in their forties. Ignoring it can be deadly.

Sep 21, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Most people with a yeast infection reach for the anti-fungal creams. But home remedies for yeast infection, including tea tree oil, garlic, and myrrh, are worth a try.

Sep 19, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Thrush is a yeast infection that is often passed back and forth between breastfeeding moms and their babies. It can make both mom and baby very uncomfortable.

Sep 15, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Thrush can make breastfeeding your baby a painful experience. Gentian violet is messy, but it's a great home treatment for both moms and babies with a yeast infection.

Sep 15, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Candida albicans, a yeast found in everyone's body, is usually controlled by beneficial bacteria. But an overgrowth of Candida can cause yeast infections and candidiasis.

Sep 2, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Vaccine associated sarcoma (VAS) is an aggressive, fast-growing feline cancer that is often fatal. Both rabies and feline leukemia vaccinations have been linked to VAS.

Aug 14, 2008 - Darlene Norris

White cats and older cats have higher cancer risks, especially for skin tumors, which are more likely to be malignant in cats. Sun exposure can be a factor.

Aug 14, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Cancer is a leading cause of death in older cats. Knowing the warning signs of cancer may help in finding it earlier, when treatment has a better chance of success.

Aug 14, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms come to mind when people think of parasites. But fleas, ticks, and ear mites are also parasites that can affect your cat's health.

Aug 13, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Most people think you can't train a cat, but this isn't true. Successful cat training requires moving at your cat's pace, along with using rewards-based techniques.

Aug 8, 2008 - Darlene Norris

An alpha cat is a natural leader who controls people and other animals around her with aggressive behavior. Gain the upper hand with behavior modification techniques.

Aug 8, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Do you have an evil cat who bites for no reason? Not all cats are sweet and cuddly, but simple cat training techniques can end cat behavior problems.

Aug 7, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Cats can be quite adept at hiding signs of illness. Many cats don't see a vet until they are very sick, simply because their owners didn't realize anything was wrong.

Aug 7, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Does your kitty have separation anxiety? You may be surprised to know that cats suffer from this, too. If you ignore it, other cat behavior problems may follow.

Aug 6, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Many cat owners need to get rid of fleas. Use these feline flea control tips to keep a few cat fleas from quickly turning into a flea infestation.

Aug 1, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Hair loss in cats can have several different causes,including fleas, ringworm, allergies, or stress. Determining the cause is essential for proper treatment.

Aug 1, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Children's hair loss is a more common problem than you would expect. In fact, in the US, it's the reason for about three percent of all trips to the pediatrician.

Jul 29, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Hormonal hair loss is a problem for nearly 50% of menopausal women. Non-estrogenic herbs for menopause may help prevent or reverse this common complaint.

Jul 29, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Many people who suffer from diabetes don't know they have it. Sudden hair loss can be one of the first noticeable symptoms of diabetes.

Jul 29, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Few things are harder on a woman than losing her hair. Most people think of hair loss as a problem affecting only men, but nearly 40% of hair loss sufferers are women.

Jul 22, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Natural hair loss remedies are often as close as your kitchen pantry. These remedies are inexpensive, readily available, and have few, if any, side effects.

Jul 21, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Feline diabetes is reaching alarming levels in the US. Evidence shows that this disease is man-made, and is completely preventable.

Jul 17, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Many people with thinning hair wonder if taking vitamins for hair loss can help. Poor diets, combined with too much stress, can certainly affect how well your hair grows.

Jul 14, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Bobcat fever is fatal to cats. Most cat owners have never heard of it, but if you live in the southeastern or south central United States, you need to know about it.

Jun 19, 2008 - Darlene Norris