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Coffee can be wd as an emergency asthma remedy x.vause it opens restricted breathing ubes. and cayenne, also known as red icpper, stimulates the cardiovascular ,\siem, improves digestion, relieves bn on the surface of the skin and low- as blood pressure. Many herbs such as rosemary, .ayenne. celery seed and mint have icaling powers. Kenneth Grizzellc, a enior recreation, park and tourism sci ences major, has been using herbal med icine for 10 years. My grandmother gives me barley green,and,as far as I can tell, it works” Grizzelle said. ‘'It makes me mentally alert and 1 very rarely get sick.” Many foods can be used to lower blood pressure and others help ill nesses like insomnia, colds, the flu and migraines. Headaches are one of the most com- m medical conditions, afflicting 70 wram of adults. According to Prevention Magazine’s Website, most headaches are a result of tension or a temporary condition such as a cold or the flu. while others may reflect a seri ous underlying problem. Senior psychology major Erika Mustek suffers from migraines and uses foods to relieve her pain. “I have suffered froin chronic migraines since 1 was 15 and have tried many medical and natural ways to alle viate some of the pain ” Musick said. "Often, I soak a cloth in water and lemon juice to place on my forehead because the lemon scent is soothing and helps me to relax.” Many foods, including cheese, pick les, chocolate, pineapple and ginger, can cause migraine headaches, but some substances, such as caffeine, may play a dual role. Prevention Magazine’s Website said that when caffeine is ingested regularly, it can cause more migraines. However, if caffeine is ingested less often, it can pre vent and reduce the pain caused by migraine headaches. Foods Thar Harm/Foods Thar Heal, a recent book published by the editors of Reader’s Digest, said that tins and colds affect 10 to 20 percent of the entire pop ulation during winter months, and 20,000 Americans die from the Hu or complications from it each year. The book reports that people are more vulnerable to colds and flu when their immune systems are weakened by another illness, stress or fatigue. The book’s editors said the best way to pre vent a cold or the flu is to avoid alcohol, get plenty of rest and reduce stress lev els. However, for those who have neither the time for adequate sleep nor the out let to reduce stress, there are foods that can reduce the longevity and intensity of colds and the flu. In a study conducted by Reader’s Digest, zinc eliminated cold and flu symptoms four clays earlier than the usual time it lakes to cure a cold. Other methods include eating spicy hxxls such as hot peppers, which have a substance called capsasin that reportedly reduces nasal and sinus congestion. Chicken soup may also act as a ventilation sys tem. by reducing congestion and break dow n mucus in the chest cavity. According to Selene Yeager, author of The Doctors Book of Food Remedies, the classic chicken soup survey was con ducted in 1978 by three lung specialists at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami. Fifteen people with colds sipped hot chicken soup, hot water or cold water, and then measured how quickly the congestion cleared up. The chicken soup eased nasal congestion better than both hot and cold water. Apparently, the unique aroma of the soup relieves stuffi ness produced by the common cold. Loyd Rowe, a staff pharmacist at A.P. Beutel Health Center, said he believes in the healing power of chicken soup. “I can’t defend it with facts, but emo tionally, I believe it works,” Rowe said, ‘it’s something I like to use myself.” Other foods that aid the healing process from colds and the flu include grapefruit, oranges, pineapples and trop- “I have suffered from chronic migraines since I was 15 and have tried many medical and natu ral ways to alleviate some of the pain. Often y I soak a cloth in water and lemon juice to place on my forehead because the lemon scent is soothing and helps me to relax. — Erica Musick, senior psychology major ical fruits like mangoes. These fruits are high in vitamin C, which is good for diminishing cold symptoms and build ing the immune system. While knowledge of healing foods is beneficial to virtually everyone, educa tion students working with young ehil- •He was irtner ijoyeddoi ring it his fami low fiber, a willin] it could I* > 4 or son* r of 104;'“ id. “His® i, ‘Youn« et’s go.'" ways hel|* irch eveii i said, vas the and the ti ll ways ^ e was tat* y said, his ^ heart.' * ion hisf smile. Do you realize how the financial decisions you make today can affect: Getting a job. Buying a car Buying a house? ^Come Find Out: Financial Top Ten 10, Managing Credit 9, Be Financially Responsible 8. Being Credit Worthy 7, Credit Report Review 6. Avoid Risk-Based Pricing 5. Credit Warning Signs 4. Setting Financial Goals 3. Saving Money 2. Time is Money 1, Investing liror Edico r liter reducer s Direc 10 ' )irector iday du r ‘ summer ^niveisity address ation, IX as A&M irnalism- il3; ^ m irrient by 696. For ;Donal4 udentw laiisuf- 3 fortrte mericae dren should lx? particularly careful when trying to stay healthy. “I work w ith pre-kindergarten kids so they’re always trying to get me sick.” said Jenny Day, a senior interdiscipli nary studies major. ”1 drink more orange juice and take some supplement drops with vitamin C. I haven't been sick, so it seems to work.” Students know the trials and tribula tions of not being able to sleep. If stress does not prevent rest, then family, friends or jobs can. According to Foods That Harm/Foods Thar Heal, because hunger tends to disrupt sleep and helps to per petuate insomnia, a light snack at bed time can promote sound sleep. Tryptophan, a chemical found in starchy foods, is a natural sleep inducer. By increasing the amount of seratonin, a natural sedative in the brain, tryptophan helps one to sleep more soundly. Foods such as honey, teas, warm milk, breads and pasta are rich in trypto phan. which explains why so many folk remedies include a warm glass of milk and a spoonful of honey. Maureen Salaman, author and expert on healing foods, said folklore claims that many foods such as bananas, toma toes, walnuts and turkey are effective sleep inducers. These foods aid in the production of seratonin and have a calming effect. ZEEL AMBEKAR • THE BATTALION FinaPiCocaJ ? * a* « re i <5 J We would like to encourage all students to attend the first ever, financial workshop presented by Student Financial Services, HBNA, Welts Fargo and Aggieland Credit Union. i This event is FREE of charge for all TAMU students. Please come and join us for an informational evening that will further develop your financial awareness and increase your money management skills! When: October 11, 2001, 5:30 to 7:00 Where: 601 Rudder Tower Who: All TAMU Students Refreshments provided. Bring your friends!!! t CMBINY IT UilNXi ss a*-**. T Si(M* "*f 201 Souri***! ffa**. t 4 S-CH 'Ck'inm*** W Dr. James Sire, distinguished author and lecturer speaking on “Religion, Pluralism, Tolerance, Relativism and 9-11” How can we live with our differences? Are their limits to tolerance, ideas and beliefs that are “out of bounds” in a pluralistic society? How can we decide? Thursday, October 11,8:00 P.M. Rudder Theatre Sponsored by Christian Faculty Network @TAMU