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Diabetes foods: Can I substitute honey for sugar?
Generally, there's no advantage to substituting honey for sugar in a diabetes eating plan.
Detox foot pads: Do they really work?
Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?
Coping with anxiety: Can diet make a difference?
Coping with anxiety is a challenge. Eating habits may play a role.
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.
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.
Coconut water: Is it super hydrating?
This drink is promoted as "super hydrating." But is it really any better than plain water?
Carpal tunnel exercises: Can they relieve symptoms?
Carpal tunnel exercises may be helpful, but they aren't used alone.
Candida cleanse diet: What does it treat?
Candida cleanse diets that replace processed food with fresh foods improve health but don't necessarily stop yeast overgrowth.
Can whole-grain foods lower blood pressure?
Find out if eating whole-grain foods can lower blood pressure.
Caffeine: Does it affect blood sugar?
For some people with diabetes, one cup of coffee may raise or lower blood sugar. Learn how caffeine can affect blood sugar.
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