Just Ask Terry

Terry is happy to provide his opinion on diet and nutrition, supplements and lifestyle choices. This information is for educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace the advice of your physician and is not to be considered medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Should you have any concerns please contact your physician directly.

Q. Dear Terry, “For the last year I have had terrible problems with vertigo. It started with respiratory problems and pain in my left ear, and clogged left sinuses and nostril. I can no longer lie down, have to walk with a cane, and I can’t drive anymore. Can you help?” —Joan C., Fort Lauderdale, FL A. Dear Joan, If you have not already done so, I suggest you see your health care practitioner to get to the bottom of what is causing your vertigo. It can be something very simple and harmless, or something more severe, so make sure you know what you are dealing with. If you find that your vertigo is not being caused by a serious illness, I have some suggestions that may be of great benefit. First, take 120 mg of ginkgo three times daily for three months. Also, you may have a problem with excessive amounts of mucous in the sinus cavities and ear canal, and this could be pressing on a nerve. Therefore, I suggest you try some products to clear the mucous. Take standardized thyme and ivy extract three times daily, and oregano oil extract (Bio-Typed plant oil), 2 capsules three times daily for 10 days. Stop for a few days and if the sinuses are still clogged, repeat at the same dosage for another 10 days. Healthy regards! Terry . . . Naturally