[Alt-health filter]: what are your top 10, most important, almost scientific (ie. generally accepted) foods and/or supplements that I should focus on to improve my health? Speaking from a general well-being, alternative health-type of point of view? [more inside]
posted by HopStopDon'tShop on Oct 26, 2009 - 29 answers

Let's say you want to marry someone, but they don't want a ring. This would be because the person doesn't ever wear rings, not wanting to draw attention to their hands (long story, just know that hand-oriented things are out). What other options are there for a wedding token? Are there cool options from cultures that do not have the wedding ring as part of their history? Any non-hand-based suggestions are welcome.
posted by anonymous on Oct 13, 2009 - 37 answers

Alternative medicines for a young kid - am I making too much of it? [more inside]
posted by H. Roark on Oct 12, 2009 - 36 answers

Ultra-permanent marker (more permanent than Sharpie Industrial, on soft rubbery plastic)? Alternately: paint or coating that's very strong AND very soft-thin-flexible? [more inside]
posted by kalapierson on Oct 12, 2009 - 11 answers

I can't believe I'm actually using a question for this, but wevs. My SO and & are getting married on Saturday. We completely and totally do *not* want glass-clinking at our reception. Seriously. [more inside]
posted by spinturtle on Oct 12, 2009 - 36 answers

I need a poor man paper shredder alternative. [more inside]
posted by Eiwalker on Sep 7, 2009 - 28 answers

Where can I find britpop memorabilia in London? [more inside]
posted by theraflu on Jul 27, 2009 - 2 answers

Dick Clark once said on the Late Show with Conan O'Brien that the secret to his great hair was that he tugged on it every morning vigorously for ten minutes. Is this true, and is anyone currently doing this on a daily basis? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety on Jul 21, 2009 - 16 answers

Are there any viable alternatives to the Lotus Notes client for Windows XP? It's the work-provided client for email, calendars and schedules, and whatever else it does. Version 8 is crawling, where the previous version (6?) was at least responsive. More details inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief on Jul 21, 2009 - 4 answers

Rock 101 Filter (literally): I'm giving a lecture on popular music from 1984 - 2000. (!) I'm teaching by style (in 1.5 hours). I'm having a tough time with alternative, punk, and indie rock. Whaddya think? [more inside]
posted by cachondeo45 on Jun 18, 2009 - 48 answers

Another name-that-song: female vocalist, driving guitar line, 90's alternative? [more inside]
posted by parkerjackson on Apr 30, 2009 - 26 answers

Are there any good alternatives to Facebook? Since a lot of people migrated from Myspace and Friendster to Facebook. It's a good time to speculate any hot alternatives to Facebook today.
posted by sanskrtam on Apr 18, 2009 - 19 answers

Are there any comparable alternatives to the Proactiv refining mask? [more inside]
posted by amicamentis on Mar 24, 2009 - 9 answers

What herbs or vitamins or food will make more blood flow into my brain? [more inside]
posted by lynnie-the-pooh on Mar 18, 2009 - 20 answers

Alternatives to the mainstream scientific method that have generated real, practical output. [more inside]
posted by ajp on Mar 17, 2009 - 27 answers

Trying to find good music with end-of-the-song refrain loops. [more inside]
posted by cashman on Feb 7, 2009 - 18 answers

I refuse to believe that so many bluetooth devices out there that the bluesoleil brand blue tooth device drivers are my only option. I really dont want to spend 30$ CAD on a driver for my 7$ dongle. Rant aside I have windows xp on my new EeeBox (bluetooth not included in this model) I plan on using it in part as a media hub of sorts. I want to use a wiimote as my remote control and cant do this without the drivers to push it all. Please help Im sick of seeing bluesoleil telling me that i got a trial driver for my legitimately owned dongle. [more inside]
posted by Chamunks on Jan 12, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm thinking of signing up with a new ISP that doesn't cost as much as Comcast, but the choices are overwhelming. Help! [more inside]
posted by chihiro on Jan 5, 2009 - 11 answers

After years of being an enthusiastic Dansko fan, I now am seeking a similar clog from someone other than Dansko. [more inside]
posted by Foam Pants on Nov 25, 2008 - 17 answers

Career-shifting to alternative/renewable energy field ... (Anon so work friend doesn't spot it). I'd really like to shift careers (from financial services and retails sales) to *something* that will take advantage of the wave of interest in alternative and renewable and sustainable energy. Help please in where to start. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 12, 2008 - 7 answers

What's the best Skype package for managing contact with our international friends and family group? [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave on Sep 9, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm looking for alternative arts and culture listings in Chicago, Seattle, and Boston, similar to Nonsene NYC. [more inside]
posted by odawg on Jul 9, 2008 - 5 answers

I want to find a replacement for coffee and tea for a morning kick drink. [more inside]
posted by zobot on Jul 6, 2008 - 38 answers

Artist/illustrator seeks photo reference for Santa 2.0. Perhaps you source? No raunchies need apply... [more inside]
posted by Ogre Lawless on Jul 3, 2008 - 2 answers

Searching for an alternative hip-hop song, I believe called "Witness Protection" sung by two white dudes... [more inside]
posted by weirdoactor on Jun 17, 2008 - 3 answers

Has anyone in the hive had experience with Kerio Mail Server?
posted by keep it tight on Jun 17, 2008 - 2 answers

Michigan: I would like to donate some clothes, so help me find a good organization to do so. [more inside]
posted by GrooveStix on May 31, 2008 - 10 answers

Does gmail not like the multipart/alternative MIME type? [more inside]
posted by invitapriore on May 29, 2008 - 9 answers

I reformatted my computer today, and I just finished reinstalling all of the programs i can't live without (Media Monkey, VLC, Firefox, uTorrent, you get the idea.) For some reason I think I remember that I had found an alternative to installing Adobe Flash Player. I really dislike Adobe Flash, though I'm sure its for stupid and mostly superficial reasons. Does anyone have any idea of an alternative? (not the one microsoft just came out with either.)
posted by Kraki on Apr 24, 2008 - 5 answers

Do the contents of alternative style sheets load when they are not the active style sheet? [more inside]
posted by maxwelton on Mar 9, 2008 - 9 answers

i want to find some good music forums online. [more inside]
posted by messiahwannabe on Mar 6, 2008 - 14 answers

Anyone knows a good alternative to 43places.com? 43places is great, I like to social idea, the lot of pictures and info you get, but 43 places is too limited. [more inside]
posted by Leech on Feb 22, 2008 - 2 answers

My cats usually eat Royal Canin Urinary S/O food. The vet was out of it on Saturday, was supposed to get more in today but didn't. My cats are hungry. What's the best alternative that I can get at a regular pet food store (Petsmart is closest)? [more inside]
posted by desjardins on Feb 11, 2008 - 15 answers

Another chapter in the ongoing saga of "what should notjustfoxybrown do with her law degree since she really, really doesn't want to retake the bar exam but feels societal pressure to do so." [more inside]
posted by notjustfoxybrown on Jan 5, 2008 - 18 answers

I just landed in Italy. Help me find the Florence and Rome that no one writes about. [more inside]
posted by twins named Lugubrious and Salubrious on Dec 25, 2007 - 12 answers

Has anyone heard of the alternative health cure called chlorine dioxide, marketed under the name of Miracle Mineral Supplement (MMS), it is claimed to have cured 75,000 documented cases of malaria, as well as cancer, aids, lyme, etc.. [more inside]
posted by stbalbach on Dec 20, 2007 - 36 answers

Peroxide Mishap - Is it possible to get my bleached hair back to its natural color without resorting to boxed hair dye? [more inside]
posted by zippity on Dec 10, 2007 - 12 answers

I have a relative who will be in Orlando from december 8 to 18. I'd like to order some (photo) products online and have them sent to a safe/reliable address where he can pick them up. Many places, like B&H, will not ship to a hotel. Is there any way around this? I don't know anyone in the city.
posted by ig on Dec 3, 2007 - 9 answers

Websites to research alternative programs for students who have been suspended or expelled, including students with disabilities. [more inside]
posted by greta simone on Nov 16, 2007 - 3 answers

Low-cost, bare-bones, all I wanna do is type - recommend me a low-cost, take-anywhere laptop alternative. [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave on Oct 19, 2007 - 27 answers

Alternative performance spaces in Montreal? [more inside]
posted by Marquis on Sep 7, 2007 - 2 answers

Where can I find affordable trendy/modern furniture in the UK? [more inside]
posted by Sevenupcan on Jul 5, 2007 - 7 answers

I'm looking for an alternative to Windows Explorer. Specifically, I would like there to be 2 trees, and 2 related panes, either in a horizontal or vertical arrangement. [more inside]
posted by russmail on Jun 30, 2007 - 15 answers

What are some alternative careers for lawyers? [more inside]
posted by KimikoPi on Jun 17, 2007 - 21 answers

Solar photovoltaic fabric. I'm trying to find or recall about a particular type of technology that I half-remember, as well as find out more about the current state of the art for flexible and/or fabric and/or imprinted solar panels. [more inside]
posted by loquacious on Jun 6, 2007 - 4 answers

I am deeply interested in education - not teaching, but in student life and welfare, as well as alternative/non-traditional education. How do I learn more about those issues? Which people are prominent in the field? What resources do I have? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jun 3, 2007 - 5 answers

What could be the most viable environmentally friendly car? I some how focused in compressed air powered cars. [more inside]
posted by curiousleo on Mar 12, 2007 - 19 answers

"My first experience purchasing an alternative fuel (E85)", or "How can I get my $20ish back?" or, "why is this such a pain in the ass?" [more inside]
posted by bradn on Feb 27, 2007 - 17 answers

I've recently come across someone who disputes the Germ Theory of Disease. Has anyone ever heard of such a crazy thing before?
posted by xmattxfx on Feb 21, 2007 - 17 answers

Chiropracty and osteopathy: what's the difference, and are they respectable fields of medicine or means of separating sick people from their money (or somewhere in between)?
posted by handee on Feb 5, 2007 - 22 answers