Q. My gastroenterologist prescribed Prilosec for GERD. After reading about the negative side effects, I talked with a staff member at my local health food co-op whom I trust. She recommended DGL licorice extract, digestive enzymes and aloe vera gel. I take the licorice and enzymes before ...

DEAR ANNIE: My husband and I host Easter brunch every year for both sides of the family — about 16 people total. I cook a big frittata, a glazed ham, homemade rolls and a salad or two. My problem is my sister-in-law, “Brenda.” For the past four years, she has signed up to bring dessert. ...

DEAR HELOISE: How much longer do we have to put up with tubes of toothpaste that we can’t empty like we used to by rolling up the tube? I have to cut open the tube, where almost one-third of the toothpaste is still there. Then I have to scrape it out little by little with my toothbrush, which ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: In your recent column, a reader complained about a doctor using AI to write after-visit summaries. I think my doctor has begun using AI for this purpose, but I like it. The reason why I think she is using AI is because she has begun looking at me while we discuss my health, ...

1. Win the heart king with the ace, draw trump and lead a low diamond toward dummy’s J-4! This gives you about a 75% chance for the contract, which is much better than the 50% chance you’d have if you started the diamonds by leading one from dummy. The recommended play makes the contract ...