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Question: I’m 42 and coping with breast cancer. Is there anything I can do to feel less tired and drained out?
Answer: Yes. First, it’s important to distinguish cancer-related fatigue from everyday tiredness. CRF is often described as overwhelming— you feel exhausted after even simple activities such as bathing or eating. Sleep difficulties, stress, not eating properly, and low blood counts (all of which are common in people being treated for cancer) undoubtedly contribute. To pick up your energy, I recommend these steps:
An exciting new study, presented at the 2007 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, found that about a quarter of people with cancer who took 1000 to 2000 mg of ginseng a day reported at least a moderate reduction in fatigue, compared with just 10% of those who didn't take the supplement or took lower doses. Ginseng shouldn't interfere with cancer treatment, but tell your doctor before you take it.
* Address stress
Having cancer is stressful in itself, and feeling downcast can further sap your energy. Practice deep breathing or visualization exercises with the help of an instructor or CD, and don't hesitate to consult a mental health professional if you feel the need. Ginseng may help in reducing fatigue.
* Stay active
In women with breast cancer in particular, regular walking programs may reduce fatigue and emotional distress and improve sleep, physical fitness, and quality of life. Start slowly and work your way up to 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days of the week.
Question: I get a lot of sinus infections, mostly in winter. Are there alternatives to antibiotics?
Answer: Yes. In fact, I recommend trying to avoid antibiotics altogether for sinus infections. A large study last year found that most sinus infections clear up on their own with time. Instead, try these natural remedies, which can ease painful congestion, speed healing, and prevent new infections.
Steam and hot water can help your sinuses drain, relieving pressure. Bring a pot of water to a boil, remove it from the stove, and carefully inhale vapor from it for about 10 minutes while covering your head with a towel to corral the steam. I also recommend applying hot, wet compresses to your face several times a day, irrigating nasal passages with warm salt water twice a day, and drinking plenty of fluids to keep hydrated and help break up mucus.* Avoid dairy foods
Some experts say cow’s milk and other dairy products may thicken nasal secretions, blocking sinuses. It can’t hurt to try cutting out dairy for a few weeks and see how you feel, as long as you keep up your calcium.
* Eat more garlic
This fragrant herb has anti-bacterial properties and may help fight infection. Eat one or two cloves daily, preferably raw or lightly cooked.
* Check out acupuncture
It can be a remarkably effective treatment for an acute sinus infection, quickly easing congestion and pain.