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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.
Common baby rashes
You might expect a baby's skin to be flawless, but rashes and other skin conditions are common. Find out when treatment can help.
Coping with anxiety: Can diet make a difference?
Coping with anxiety is a challenge. Eating habits may play a role.
Counting calories: Get back to weight-loss basics
Calories count — Try these calorie-cutting basics to get a handle on your weight.
Crying baby: What to do when your newborn cries
Listening to a crying baby can take a toll on your emotions. Follow these tips to cope with the tears.
DASH diet: Guide to recommended servings
Use this chart of DASH diet recommended servings by food group to plan healthy meals and snacks.
DASH diet: Healthy eating to lower your blood pressure
This way of eating can help control blood pressure and boost health in other ways. It's easy to get started.
DASH diet: Sample menus
Interested in following the DASH diet? Here are sample menus to get you started.
Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms
Research on depression and anxiety shows that exercise and other physical activity can lessen anxiety and help mood and other health problems get better.
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