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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 change in skin color to organ damage.
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.
Coping with anxiety: Can diet make a difference?
Coping with anxiety is a challenge. Eating habits may play a role.
Detox foot pads: Do they really work?
Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?
Diabetes foods: Can I substitute honey for sugar?
Generally, there's no advantage to substituting honey for sugar in a diabetes eating plan.
Diverticulitis: Can certain foods trigger an attack?
Contrary to popular belief, no specific foods are known to trigger diverticulitis attacks.
Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?
How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.
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.
Eczema bleach bath: Can it improve my symptoms?
A diluted bleach bath may help treat chronic eczema.
Eggs: Are they good or bad for my cholesterol?
Get the latest information about eggs, cholesterol and heart disease.
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