Having flakes on your collar? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. If you suffer from a flakey scalp it could be due to dry skin or an overgrowth of fungus on the scalp. Dandruff shampoos are readily available, but they can be expensive or smell bad. There are a few home remedies you could try first. Almost everyone has apple cider vinegar in the pantry, but maybe more of us should have it in the shower. The acidity can change the PH of the scalp making it hard for fungus to grow and flake off. Another great way to shed the flakes is to put two crushed up aspirins in your shampoo. Believe it or not, aspirin has the same active ingredient as many dandruff shampoos. And while baking soda is another great way to cleanse the scalp, if you use it be sure to follow it with a little tea tree oil so your hair doesn’t dry out. Remember, some of the best natural cures are right there in your pantry. For more useful tips on how to stay young and stay healthy, visit Stay Young America.com where you can find my book Age to Perfection. Stay Young America.com
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