Onions

Stock up on onions! They might give you gas, but they also prevent the growth of ulcer-causing bacteria that can increase your risk of gastritis (stomach inflammation) and, over time, lead to stomach cancer. Add sliced onion to salads and sandwiches, or toss them into stir-fries, fajitas, and pastas—just avoid frying, which can upset your stomach.

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Shower Rod Hanger

Is your shower loaded with loofahs, sponges, and bath toys? Keep them all in one convenient place by installing a spare curtain rod in the back of the shower and hanging them on S-shaped hooks. You can also use the rod to hang-dry bathing suits, wet towels, and clothing, or as hanging storage for cleaning supplies.

Make Sure Mosquitoes Don’t Lay Eggs in Your Yard

The best way to keep mosquitoes out of your yard all summer? Get rid of their eggs in the spring. That means no standing water in your yard—drain whatever possible or even consider sucking it up with a shop vac that can handle water. For bird baths, solve the problem with a few drops of canola or vegetable oil.

“Dear House Call Doctor,

Would you do a podcast about ringing in the ears in the future?”

- W.S.

What a great suggestion, W.S. Thank you. Ringing in the ears, referred to as “tinnitus” in doctor-lingo, is quite common. In fact, approximately 50 million people in the U.S. suffer from this annoying medical condition. Let’s learn what tinnitus really is, what can cause it, and how you can treat it.