Ask the Past

I hurt my back the other day lifting something I shouldn't have, and I can't get a physio appointment until next week. Are there any remedies I can try in the meantime?

I am trying to cut down on packaging at home, and I've been looking for an alternative to buying tubes of toothpaste. Can you recommend anything?

There's a guy at work that I really like, but I don't want to make things weird. Is there any way I can let him know I'm interested without having to come out and say something?

I always get really bad chapped lips in the winter. Can you recommend a good recipe for lip balm?

Is there a traditional present to give your mum for Mother's Day? I usually get her a card and a manicure voucher, but I'd like to do something different this year.

I've been given a silver tea set that belonged to my grandmother, and it needs a good polish. Is there something I can use that's more natural than commercial silver polish?

Is there anything I can do for male pattern baldness? I know the drugs are supposed to be effective, but I'd prefer a natural remedy.

My daughter's rugby uniform is a light colour, and I have a terrible time keeping it clean. Have you got any tips for getting rid of grass and mud stains? Well, Napisan looks like it's been around since the 60s - I found ads for it

I am going to be having a birthday party for my dog this weekend, and I want to provide something showstoppingly impressive that everyone can enjoy. Can you suggest anything?

How do I get my 20 year old daughter to move out and find a flat?