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Garbage is the number one food source for flies, but keeping your home trash-free is never as easy as it sounds. Throw away trash as soon as possible, storing it in a trash bag placed in a sealed garbage can. That will show the flies that they can't mess with you!  Understand what types of food attract different types of flies. For instance, fungus gnats come from overwatered plants, fruit flies come from overripe fruit or produce, phorid flies come from trash and organic matter, and house flies come from standing trash or outside.  To make your trash area more secure, use liners to keep cans and dumpsters clean. Empty them as they get full and wash them out whenever you notice spills. When you clean out a trash can or dumpster, also check the area around it for spilled food. Sometimes food falls on the ground and it isn't easy to spot. If you notice flies around a clean, closed can, chances are a hidden spill is the cause. That food is rightfully yours, so show those flies that they aren't welcome. Keep your food in sealed containers. Place the containers in your refrigerator or cupboards, depending on what you're storing. As the food begins to go bad, get rid of it as soon as possible so the flies don't have a chance to settle in. Look out for leftovers! Flies flock to sugary drinks and decaying foods. That also makes them good for traps, so take advantage of the opportunity! Liquid spills are easy to spot and get with paper towels, but don't forget about solid foods. Many times, crumbs fall into hidden areas you can't easily access. Take the time to check underneath your stove, for instance, in case you dropped something from last night's meal. By cleaning up these spills right away, you take away lots of food sources before flies ever find them. Flies like wet areas with decaying food in it. Check inside drains, inside dishwashers, and underneath appliances for food and moisture. Clean these items out as often as you can to prevent them from becoming fly havens. To keep insect visitors out, find out how they get in. No matter how good your home looks on the outside, cracks will form in the walls and insulation. Search for these gaps by inspecting your home. Then, seal these areas with caulk, weather stripping, and screens.  Keep your doors and windows closed as much as possible. With a screen in place, you can open up your home in good weather without worrying about flies getting in. Pay the most attention to areas where walls meet. These spots are most likely to have gaps in them that need to be filled. Squeeze a bead of caulk into the gaps to close them off. Watch out for any puddles that form after a hard rain. Also, keep an eye on buckets, birdbaths, and other areas that collect water. Clean and dry these spots so the flies don't have water to drink.  To drain soil, change its slope, aerate it, or mix sand into it. Also, keep your lawn mowed to reduce the amount of water beneath the grass blades. Be aware of damp areas in your home, such as drains and leaky pipes. Clean and make repairs as needed to keep your home dry. You might not anticipate flies living among something as simple as dead leaves, but they often do. It's best to clean up leaves, animal waste, and other potential food sources as soon as you get a chance. Maintaining your yard is an important part of keeping the flies at bay. Keep compost piles at least 20 ft (6.1 m) away from your home to discourage flies from coming inside.

summary: Seal trash in a garbage bag and place a lid on the can. Seal food in containers and throw it away when it spoils. Clean up spills in your home when you notice them. Repair screens and seal any gaps in your home. Drain standing pools to remove water sources. Remove leaves and other waste close to your home.


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Water may help minimize inflammation by flushing your system. While sciatica is not always directly associated with inflammation, pain is always associated with inflammation. In addition, the tissues of the spine contain water and staying hydrated can help strengthen those structures. Both hot and cold therapy are very useful approaches in treating sciatica. Most natural practitioners will recommend first applying ice followed by heat for three cycles. This should be repeated at least four times a day. Apply ice for about 10 minutes followed by heat for five minutes. This is one cycle. Chiropractors are specially trained, especially in spinal disorders. They are trained to manipulate and move the bones of the spine back into alignment and reduce the pressure on the sciatic nerve. Overall, chiropractic care has been shown to significantly improve symptoms of sciatica.  Chiropractors are also trained to treat all the major causes of sciatic pain and, if necessary, can refer patients to other specialists such as surgeons. Chiropractors also educate their patients regarding specific exercises designed to improve the spine and the bones, joints and muscles that may be impacted in sciatic pain. Traction, or spinal decompression therapy involves stretching out the spine using a traction table or other device is often used to reposition a bulging disc and can be very helpful in treating sciatica. Acupuncture is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is based on the concept that meridians — energy channels — run throughout the body. The placement of needles at specific points along these meridians can relieve pain and treat a wide variety of conditions.  The placement of the needles will depend on your specific needs and may be combined with Chinese medical massage (Tui na). Acupuncture may also be combined with the use of Chinese herbs combinations to promote muscle relaxation and release of tension. This can provide direct pain relief. Therapeutic massage can improve circulation, relax the muscles, and lead to the increase in endorphin levels. Endorphins are the body’s natural opiates or pain relievers. The type of therapeutic massage usually used to treat sciatica is called trigger point myotherapy or just myotherapy. This therapy utilizes the concept of trigger points or specific areas on the muscles that can be “defused” by applying pressure for five to seven seconds to those points using the fingers, knuckles or elbows. When the pressure is removed, the trigger points become “deactivated." Herbal therapy can utilize muscle relaxants and anti-inflammatory agents. For best effects, these herbal remedies may need to be combined. For this, consult a naturopath or a medical herbalist. Some of the herbs that may be used are:  Equisetum or Horsetail, an ancient plant that is commonly used to flush out the kidneys.  It contains high levels of minerals and can help strengthen the skeletal structure including the spine. Jamaican dogwood, a muscle relaxant and a potent sedative.  It should only be used on the advice of a knowledgeable healthcare professional.  It is also an effective anti-inflammatory agent and pain reliever. Curcuma longa or turmeric, which has long been used in Ayurvedic medicine and is an effective anti-inflammatory agent. Willow bark, the basis of modern aspirin.  The bark has been used for centuries to treat pain due to inflammation. Holy Basil, which is similar to regular kitchen basil but has more effective anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger root, which is another effective anti-inflammatory agent. Nutmeg, which has been used as a muscle relaxant and pain reliever for centuries — and along with its value as a culinary spice, there has also been a lively trade in nutmeg for centuries!
summary: Drink more water to keep yourself hydrated. Use hot and cold therapy to relieve your sciatica pain. See a chiropractor to treat your sciatica. Visit an acupuncturist to treat your sciatica. Employ massage therapy to treat your sciatica. Use herbal treatments for sciatica.