DR GARETH : Vitamin boost is an E-sy option.

Byline: Dr Yvone Casey

QI RECENTLY read a report about potential harmful effects of Vitamin E. I have poor circulation and was considering starting a course.

What should I do?' AI BELIEVE in erring on the side of caution in that low doses are the safest. I would confidently advocate the 200i.u. dose of Vitamin E, taking one tablet daily.

QI HAVE a family history of cardiac problems but tests have shown my heart is fine. I'm fit and healthy and on no medication but feel I ought to be on something.

A PREVENTION is better, and easier, than cure. Garlic-Hawthorn Complex by Bioforce is formulated to help strengthen the heart and improve arterial circulation. Take one capsule twice daily.

QOne of the pains of getting old is aching joints. I'm also asthmatic and limited to certain painkillers. Any advice?

ALimit yourself to a diet free of acid and get yourself on to Salt-free Glucosamine - one tablet twice a day with meals - to improve joint health. In addition you may find the gel equivalent useful as it is absorbed quickly and can provide almost immediate relief. Both products are available in health shops.

QI find it hard to take the Silicea liquid you recommend for hair, nails and skin. Is there an alternative?

AYOU'LL be delighted to hear it's now made in capsule form. Treatment should be kept up for at least 10 weeks before noticeable results are expected.

QYOU previously recommended Drosinula Cough Syrup for a hacking cough but I'm having difficulty sourcing it for my 10-year-old.

AYOUR local health store should stock Drosera homoeopathic tablets, 30c potency, which is the alternative. Give your child two tablets every two hours for the first six doses then drop it down to two tablets twice daily until improvement sets in. It can be ordered from Freeman's Homoeopathic Pharmacy, call 0845 22 55 1 55