Alternative medicine
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Colon cleansing: Is it helpful or harmful?
Get the facts before you try this technique that's popular among some people who practice alternative medicine, who claim it has many health benefits.
Coughing more after quitting smoking: What's the deal?
If you cough more than usual after you give up cigarettes, find out what it might mean and when to call the doctor.
Denture care: How do I clean dentures?
Follow these best practices to keep your removable partial or full dentures clean, free from stains and comfortable.
Detox foot pads: Do they really work?
Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?
Did the definition of Alzheimer's disease change?
What the change in the research definition of Alzheimer's disease means for you.
Diuretics and gout: What's the connection?
This treatment for high blood pressure can raise the risk of arthritis. Find out why and what you can do about it.
Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?
How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.
Does atrial fibrillation run in families?
AFib is a common heart disorder. Sometimes it is inherited. Learn about all the risk factors.
Does older age increase the risk of atrial fibrillation?
Learn how the risk of getting this common heart rhythm condition can increase with age.
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.
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