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.
Detox foot pads: Do they really work?
Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?
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.
Enterovirus D68 and parechovirus: How can I protect my child?
Enterovirus D68 and parechovirus infections can lead to serious illness among children. Know the symptoms and what you can do.
Flu shots for kids: Does my child need a flu shot?
Know the latest recommendations for children's flu vaccines.
High cholesterol in children: How is it treated?
High cholesterol in children can lead to narrowed and hardened arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease later in life.
How to treat a piercing site infection
Learn what you can do at home if your ear new piercing becomes infected.
How to treat baby eczema
Learn simple remedies to easing your baby's discomfort from the pain and irritation of this skin rash.
Kombucha tea: Does it have health benefits?
Does kombucha tea live up to its reputation as a health tonic?
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