December 2012
Welcome to the monthly Ask Dr. Marty Newsletter. In response to several requests, I have decided to share some information based on questions that I frequently receive regarding natural health topics. I promise to keep the newsletter short. But if at any time you get overwhelmed with emails, please let me know and I’ll be glad to take you off of the mailing list. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy the newsletter and hope that you will forward any questions you may have as well. Even if they don’t make it into the newsletter, I promise to answer all questions. All questions will be anonymous.
Question: Although I’d really like to, I can’t afford to replace everything in my medicine cabinet with natural remedies. Where should I start?
Answer: Replacing over the counter medications that fill your medicine cabinet made not be as expensive a proposition as you might think. And this time of the year, it’s important to be prepared for the little health challenges that seem to pop up during the winter months. Also, this time of the year we’re usually more budget conscious after the Christmas holidays.
Rhonda Dial is my friend, teacher, and business partner for almost 21 years. We’re writing a book together. She has a wonderful website at rhondadial.com that is a wealth of information. It is well worth your time to check it out. One of the juicy tidbits on the website is a real eye-opener about a natural medicine chest. Take a look at the details below.
What’s in Your Medicine Chest?
BeneFiber 12.3 oz 16.99
Metamucil 23.3 oz. 14.79
Preparation H 1.8oz 12.99
Imodium 42 Ct. 15.99
Pepto Bismol 48 ct. 7.29
Tylenol 4 oz. 6.99
Advil 4 oz. 6.99
Cloraseptic 6 oz. 6.79
Airborne 10 ct. 5.84
Mucinex 40 ct. 23.99
Excedrin 100 ct. 11.49
Bayer 81 mg. (120 tabs) 6.99
Claritin 10 ct. 10.69
Polident 40 tabs 4.29
Prilosec OTC 42 tab 28.99
Gold Bond Cream 1 oz. 5.99
Neosporin 5 oz. 6.79
Benadryl 1 oz. 5.99
Icy Hot Balm 3.5 oz 7.49
Bengay 2 oz. 5.49
Aspercreme 2.5 oz. 6.99
Clear Eyes 1 oz. 6.39
Visine .5 oz. 5.99
Estimated Total = $232.22
NATURAL Medicine Chest
Silver Shield Liquid 4 oz 22.25
Nature’s Fresh Enzyme Spray 22 oz. 14 .50
Golden Salve 1 oz 16.25
Tei Fu Oil (0.17 oz) 9.85
APS II (100 caps 14.50
Apple Cider Vinegar (32 oz) 9.95
Food Enzymes (120) 16.75
Psyllium Hulls (100 caps) 21.80
Hydrogen Peroxide 16 oz. 1.37
Estimated Total = $127.22
You know your family best. What are the maladies that are the most likely to rear their ugly heads this winter? Stock up on those remedies first. Eat healthy and boost your immune system as the BEST medicine, prevention!
Hot Tip: Try to get a half hour of sunshine daily when you can to get your vitamin D. That will help you boost your immune system for the winter months.
Next month…”Don’t let that stop you.”
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Maureen (Marty) Kernion is not a physician and does not diagnose nor prescribe. She received a bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Louisiana State University, and a Master of Science degree and Doctorate of Natural Health degree from Clayton College of Natural Health. She is the author of Going Natural with Herbs. Marty lectures on natural health topics across the country and has been featured at 78 Barnes and Noble book stores since her book was published. She is also a retired adjunct professor with Clayton College of Natural Health where she authored 39 courses in nutrition and herbal remedies.
It is always wise to advise your pharmacist or health care practitioner about any change in diet or supplements you plan to take, especially if you take any prescription medication.
“Their fruit will serve for food and their leaves for healing.” Ezekiel 47:12
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