Liver Damage and OTC Pain Medication


Updated 02/08/08 9:06 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Liver Damage and OTC Pain Medication

Did you start your new Spring exercise regimen with a little too much gusto? Running for 60 minutes seemed like a great idea at the time right? Now every muscle in your legs is screaming with pain so you're going to take some pain medication, but you want to avoid the one that can cause liver damage. Do you remember which one it is? Which over the counter pain medication can cause liver Read more

DrSugar Answers: Best Medicine to Take For a Headache?


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 3 comments

What's the Best Medicine For My Headache?

DrSugar is in the house! This week she gives us the skinny on OTC pain medications. Dear DrSugar, Do the different types of over-the-counter pain relievers work better for different problems? What should I take for a headache — is aspirin better than ibuprofen? What should I take if I have a fever or the flu? Is there one that's best for dealing with swelling for twists and sprains? What about Read more

Beyond Moderation: The Hangover


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

How to Treat a Post-New Year's Eve Hangover

I have heard it said that the best cure for a hangover is to drink in moderation, but there are times when we all go a bit overboard . . . like New Year's Eve. If you had a few drinks too many, let me explain what is going on with your body and offer a few suggestions to help your get over your hangover. Symptom: Dehydration Your throat and mouth are dry due to dehydration, which is caused by Read more