Flonase, Motrin, Zyrtec, Benadryl, Xyzal—it’s all the same nonsense. They barely work, yet doctors keep pushing them despite knowing they’re ineffective long-term. It’s simple: there is massive money involved—do the math and you'll see just how deep the pockets go. Heaven forbid someone actually develops a cure that works; ninety percent of the competition would vanish overnight. That represents hundreds of millions in lost revenue, something Big Pharma won't permit under any circumstances. Their goal isn't to heal—it's to ensure you buy ten different useless products instead of one effective solution.
Samuel Morgan40 said:That’s a tough one. Personally—and I blame a rather sloppy, superficial doctor I once saw—my severe acute sinusitis spiraled into a chronic nightmare. I've been through just about everything since then. It's a constant struggle, and everyone seems to tell me that surgery is the only way out. Then again, I hear plenty of people saying the same thing: that the problems just come right back after the operation anyway. People suggest all sorts of things, from bioenergy (which, in my experience, is just as temporary!) to general alternative medicine, acupuncture, and so on.
What actually saves me is the ocean. Whenever I can, I grab a container of pure sea salt/ocean minerals and "sniff" that. For those who don't live near the coast year-round, there is a decent little recipe that a famous specialist once gave me.
INGREDIENTS: 1. A 20ml plastic syringe (you can pick one up at any local pharmacy) 2. A liter of bottled water (something like Dasani) 3. A teaspoon of baking soda 4. Two teaspoons of coarse sea salt
PREPARATION: Boil the water and let it cool down until it's lukewarm. Mix in the baking soda and the coarse sea salt. Let it cool completely, pour it into a bottle, and keep it in the refrigerator.
USAGE: Every morning and every evening (right before bed), do the following: Pour a bit of the liquid from the bottle into a cup (about a cup and a half)—just make sure it isn't hot. Next, head over to the sink. Use the syringe to "suck up" the liquid. Insert it into one nostril (try to go a little deep), plug the other nostril firmly, and slowly flush the liquid in (if you're using a 10ml syringe, do this twice). Repeat the exact same process for the other nostril (plugging the one you aren't currently flushing). While you're doing this, you might feel a bit of a tingling sensation in your sinuses as the water circulates from one side to the other. Once you're done, stay over the sink, because quite a bit of it is going to drain out. The key is making sure it clears those passages. 😉
Gargle with whatever liquid is left over.
Honestly, it was a lifesaver for me!!! 🙂 Good luck.
If the dust is actually bothering you this much—just buy a decent vacuum with an EPA filter. Get rid of all those unnecessary fabrics cluttering your house; they’re nothing but dust magnets. And make sure to clean every single corner properly—under the TV, behind the cabinets, under the mattress...
A few days ago, I suddenly came down with what felt like the flu. My throat is feeling better today, but last night my eyes started watering and my nose won't stop running. Every time I open a window, things get worse—it feels exactly like some outdoor allergy.
A foolish question met by even stupider answers—though I suppose I have nothing better to do. If someone buys a condo with the specific intent of turning a profit later, that is an investment. An investment carries the potential for both gain and loss. Otherwise, a property is just an expense—much like a car; an expense that may be necessary or entirely superfluous.
Contract signed in '02, purchase finalized in '04 (post-construction), Price: $55,000 ($750/sq ft)
Current value (accounting for market fluctuations): $117,000 ($1,700/sq ft)
Profit calculation:
Current value - Original price + Saved rent (what I would’ve spent renting someone else's place)
($117,000-$55,000)+($2,975 x 20 years)= $62,000 + $59,500 = $121,500
That’s a $121,500 gain over 20 years on a $55,000 investment.
Is this an investment or just an expense?
Don't factor in quality of life or comfort.
That logic is akin to saying you went out to dinner, but since you ended up not eating for some reason, you never actually went. What happens after the purchase is irrelevant—the original intent determines whether it is an expense or an investment.
I've been using Rhinohorn for about a year now to deal with nasal congestion—it actually works. I tried substituting salt with a bit of brandy (around 5%) twice; my nose was literally on fire, but the congestion cleared right up. Would frequent contact with alcohol damage the mucous membrane? I’d consider using an even lower percentage to see if it outperforms the salt solution.
Thanks for the thorough breakdown. I think I'll just skip wearing that one cheap, worn-out fleece sweatshirt—we'll see how it goes. That said, everyone seems to swear by polyester for workouts—supposedly because of its superior moisture-wicking properties.
I wear fleece loungewear at home—and I can feel those tiny fibers in my throat. It only happens when I’m wearing these specific pieces. If I run a damp hand over an unfamiliar tracksuit, the fibers cling to my skin; there's no doubt they're getting into my throat.
Is this actually hazardous? Do these microfibers break down quickly once they're inside the body, or do they cause lasting damage?
Does anyone here work at Hypo—or perhaps have a contact there? I’m looking for some actual, unvarnished intel regarding their pay scales, whether they actually hit deadlines, and the general reputation of the firm. We could grab a bite somewhere and chat. Feel free to slide into my DMs with any info.
Those are textbook allergy symptoms—an idiot would have told you to go get some testing done just to figure out what you're actually reacting to. It’s likely just seasonal pollen or something.
They ought to air this series earlier—only the lucky few can actually afford to stay awake until 3:00 AM. Most people won't even realize such a beautiful show exists if they're asleep.
Michelle Davis15 said:The defining feature of this whole crisis is pretty simple: the ultra-wealthy are going to swoop in and scoop up stocks at prices that are honestly ridiculous. It’s basically a massive transfer of wealth where the rich just get even richer. We've seen this exact play before, haven't we?
👍 They'll buy up half the world at ridiculous prices.
Harold James9 said:Why are you so certain this topic belongs in Philosophy? In my view—if I may be so bold—it would be better suited for the student corner or perhaps Literature.🙂
Stop blaming others for your own lack of comprehension and your blatant exclusivity—as if your precious topic belongs here and nowhere else! It’s quite improper and serves only to create unnecessary tension.🙂
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What exactly should kids know about recommending books by the world's greatest geniuses? That responsibility should fall to those who are older, more experienced, and actually well-read—people you won't find in the student corner or the Literature section. Go start a thread there about "Which picture books should I read?" instead.
Stay out of this since you clearly have no clue what's going on. Go play with your toy cars.
This is arguably the largest Forum out there. A definitive reading list featuring the greatest geniuses should have been established the moment this place launched—yet here we are, seven years late, facing unexpected pushback regarding its creation. It’s honestly embarrassing for the Forum and for those opposing it.
The post is straightforward, high-quality, precise, and concise. That is exactly how things ought to be handled in a philosophy forum. If you’re looking for mindless nonsense, go check out CNN, Fox News, or some political rag.