Problem: Article: to maintain your good health. Good nutrition alone won't cure H. pylori. That said, natural health philosophies recommend whole, unprocessed foods for general health, which may improve your immune system response and support a healthier microbiome. A healthy diet includes: High quality lean protein like poultry and fish Fresh vegetables and fruit (in a variety of rich colors) Beans and legumes, such as lentils Complex carbohydrates from vegetables and whole grains Certain foods may have an antibiotic effect against H. pylori. However, they don't work the same way for everyone, and the effects are often minimal. You may want to include them in your diet as an extra boost in fighting your infection. The following foods could help treat H. pylori: Green tea Red wine Manuka honey Broccoli sprouts Although nutrition is not as simple as "natural versus artificial," most processed foods are less nutritious and may include substances with negative side effects (sometimes including suppressed immune response). Avoiding them may lead to better overall health, but it's unlikely to have a direct effect on the H. pylori. To check if a product is processed/packaged, check the ingredient list. The longer the list is, the more processed the food is. Processed foods are most often found in the center aisles in grocery stores. Less processed foods are found around the outer aisles and would include dry beans, fresh fruits and vegetables, brown rice, bulk foods and single-ingredient foods. Stay away from "quick and easy" ready-to-eat meals. Again, these tend to be highly processed and contain preservatives and other chemicals that are not really food. Green tea, red wine, and manuka honey have also shown antibiotic activity against H. pylori. Many of these studies, however, were done in bacterial cultures or lab animals, so there is no human dosage information available. It is probably safe to include green tea and manuka honey in your diet but to drink red wine in moderation. These may help with an infection.
Summary: Eat a nutritious diet Incorporate foods that may help treat your infection. Minimize processed and packaged foods. Try consuming other helpful foods.

Problem: Article: These drugs are available for purchase over the counter and effectively reduce fevers temporarily. They can help both children and adults feel more comfortable as their bodies heal. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before administering (child- or baby- formulated) medication to any child under the age of two, and never give ibuprofen to a baby under six months of age. Do not take more than the recommended dosage. Pay special attention to the dosage you give to children. Don't place medicine bottles within reach of children, since ingestion of more than the recommended dosage can be dangerous. Take acetaminophen every 4 to 6 hours, but do not exceed the recommended dosage on the package. Take ibuprofen every 6 to 8 hours, but do not exceed the recommended dosage on the package. Don't give children more than one over-the-counter medicine at the same time for treatment of other symptoms. If you give your child a dose of acetaminophen or ibuprofen, do not also give them cough medicine or any other type of other medicine without consulting your doctor first. Certain medicines interact with each other in ways that can harm your child's health. For infants over 6 months, children, and adults, alternating between acetaminophen and ibuprofen is safe. Usual dosages are acetaminophen every 4-6 hours and ibuprofen every 6-8 hours, depending on the dose. Aspirin is an effective fever reducer for adults, as long as you take only the recommended dosage. Never give adult aspirin to children, since it can cause Reye's syndrome, a potentially fatal disorder.
Summary: Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Avoid combining medications for children. Take aspirin only if you are over 18.

Problem: Article: Choose two canes that are roughly the same thickness as your pinky finger. Ideally, they should grow as near to the head of the vine as possible, and the buds should be close together. The "head" of the vine is the point at which the trunk intersects with the top wire of your support system. The two canes should be positioned on either side of the trunk. These two canes will be your primary canes. During the following season of growth, they will grow new shoots that can bear fruit. Selecting canes close to the trunk head prevents the arms from becoming too long. Excessively long arms can create nonproductive gaps in the vine. Make sure that your chosen canes have firm wood with a brown outer layer of bark nearly all the way to the tip. They must not have any visible damage, either. Prune your two chosen canes down so that only 8 to 10 buds remain. Tie the remaining portions of both canes to your support system. Choose four additional shoots that are thinner than your two primary canes. Trim these down to two buds each. These spur canes will act as sources of renewal during the following year's cane production. These shoots should all be close to your primary side canes. Remove any other cane not already selected by cutting it away at trunk level.
Summary: Select one or two canes. Trim the canes down. Set aside one or two spur canes. Cut away the rest of your canes.

Problem: Article: Narcissistic personality disorder involves a long-term and enduring behavior patterns. This condition must be diagnosed and treated by a qualified mental health professional such as a psychologist or psychiatrist. Unfortunately, an overwhelming majority of narcissists never seek treatment. Without treatment, it is unlikely that the narcissist will get better. Your spouse may only see a professional when the consequences of their behavior significantly interferes with their ability to function at work, at home, or socially. You might try talking to your spouse about getting help, but expect resistance. If you are going to try to make your marriage work with a narcissist, then you will need to build an emotional wall around yourself. Because the narcissist's behavior is purely self-driven, it's important to recognize it as a part of the disorder and not take it personally. This will undoubtedly be difficult to do, but it is necessary if you want your marriage to work. When your spouse says or does something particularly offensive or exploitative, try reciting a mantra to yourself like "What he/she does is a reflection of him/her, not of me." Narcissists are a classic example of being takers rather than givers. Your spouse requires a great deal of admiration and/or affection, but they are unlikely to provide the same to you unless it serves them in some way. Expect for the relationship to be out of balance. Instead, use your friendships and relationships with family members for emotional support. Your narcissistic spouse likely responds well when you pump up their ego, so try this tactic when making demands on them. That way, you are able to keep your spouse satisfied and see to it that your own needs are met also. For instance, if you need your husband to complete a home-improvement project, you might say, "Darling, I know you are super busy, but your amazing carpentry skills are needed in the garage. The new shelves need to be hung, and I know no one will do as great a job as you can." Positive reinforcement may also be helpful when trying to deal with a narcissistic spouse. Your husband or wife wants to be reminded of all the things they're good at, and they can barely handle learning about their shortcomings. So, try your best to ignore the undesirable behaviors, and when you see them doing something helpful, be sure to praise them. For example, when your wife asks "How was your day at work?" you might kiss her forehead and say, "How wonderful is it for you to ask that?" This reinforces the likelihood that she will inquire about your feelings in the future.
Summary:
Know that the majority of narcissists never get treated. Stop taking their behavior personally. Don't expect your spouse to meet your emotional needs. Use flattery before making requests. Praise positive behaviors.