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What is hot yoga?
Hot yoga, also known as Bikram yoga, is an intense form of yoga performed in a heated studio.
Colloidal silver supplements: Are they safe?
Colloidal silver supplements are often promoted as cure-alls, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Side effects range from skin discoloration to organ damage.
Kombucha tea: Does it have health benefits?
Does kombucha tea live up to its reputation as a health tonic?
What is reflexology?
Reflexology is gaining popularity as a stress reliever, but does it work?
Candida cleanse diet: What does it treat?
Candida cleanse diets allegedly remove fungus from your intestines by eliminating its food source.
Ear candling: Is it safe?
Learn about the dangers of this earwax removal technique.
Herbal supplements: Safety first
If you take herbal supplements, include a dose of safety in your routine: 1. Don't exceed the recommended dosages. 2. Tell your doctor what you're taking. Some herbs may interfere with other drugs or have other harmful effects. 3. Avoid herbal supplements if you're pregnant or breast-feeding, unless your doctor approves.
Miracle cure or marketing scam?
Some herbal remedies and dietary supplements are advertised as having amazing healing properties. Take these claims with a grain of salt. Scammers have perfected ways to convince you that their products are the best. They often target people with serious or chronic medical conditions, such as arthritis, diabetes and cancer. Remember if a product sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Talk to your doctor about any supplements you're considering.
Does prickly pear cactus have health benefits?
Have you heard about prickly pear cactus? Find out about some surprising health benefits of this versatile plant.
CBD: Safe and effective?
Interested in using CBD? Here's what you need to know about the risks and benefits of using this drug.
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