Question 1

dr. theodore, should i be worried about any side effects from giving my baby the sterile water for irrigation? i tried looking up if sterile water for irrigation was safe to drink and couldn't find a simple answer?

Accepted Answer

: A virtual consult with Healthtap is available. Nursing or formula are the sources of fluid and nutrition for infants. Sterile water may be used in small amounts, four oz in 24 hours. More details would be helpful. There I no need to give the sterile water, unless approved by your Pediatrician; formula may be offered after nursing.  Please follow up. Watch for signs of dehydration.

Question 2

why can't i stick to a diet?

Accepted Answer

Temporary fix: Although diets are used for weight loss they are a temporary fix. One needs to change ones perspective. Practicing 'mindfulness' can be very helpful in addition to exercise and plant based diets. Wishing you the very best.

Question 3

what does spice do to the body?

Accepted Answer

There are: Entire websites out there were individuals share their stories as to symptoms they have experienced with spice.  It is some really bad stuff, so i would highly suggest avoiding it.

Question 4

how come everything stink to me?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: My teammate is right in asking that a sinus infection be ruled out as this is the one easily-treatable entity on the list. Most often, the cause of "dysosmia" (read about it online, there are good pages) is never found and it goes away on its own.

Question 5

what can i take instead of spiro?

Accepted Answer

Spiro: eplerenone but what are you taking it for?

Question 6

why should i add spices to my food?

Accepted Answer

Your taste-buds: You don't have to add anything if you don't want to. Often spices add flavors to your foods and people want to taste different things. Some makes food smell good which can enhance appetite. For the most part, adding spices don't really add much health values to your foods, they just add flavors and make food less boring to consume--good food = a pleasure of life! good luck.

Question 7

what causes you to see black specks ?

Accepted Answer

Black Spots: You can have a benign condition called floaters that can flicker into your peripheral vision. If you have a history of migraines that can cause spots. If your blood pressure is also extremely elevated you can have spotty changes in your vision.

Question 8

what can i do to remove cactus spines?

Accepted Answer

Use tweezers: And disinfect. Here is a site with some other interesting tips:
http://www.Wikihow.Com/remove-cactus-needles
it will most likely be a painful route no matter how you do. If you notice any signs of infection, see a doc. Best of luck!

Question 9

how to increase the quantity of spermk?

Accepted Answer

Wait...: Although it is impossible to increase the maximum ejaculatory volume (1-2 tsp) by waiting a few days a person can get closer to that maximum...

Question 10

is pink slime really dangerous for you?

Accepted Answer

No: Apparently it is safe because we all have been eating it for years without knowing. It is just kind of gross, but not dangerous.

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Dr. theodore, should i be worried about any side effects from giving my baby the sterile water for irrigation? i tried looking up if sterile water for irrigation was safe to drink and couldn't find a simple answer?

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Why can't i stick to a diet?

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What does spice do to the body?

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How come everything stink to me?

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What can i take instead of spiro?

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Why should i add spices to my food?

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What causes you to see black specks ?

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What can i do to remove cactus spines?

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How to increase the quantity of spermk?

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Is pink slime really dangerous for you?

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