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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.
Coping with pain after breast surgery
Pain is common after mastectomy and other breast cancer operations. Find out what causes it and learn about treatment options.
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 bouts of this condition.
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.
Does soy really affect breast cancer risk?
Soy foods reduce the risk of breast cancer, but more research is needed to determine whether soy supplements are equally beneficial.
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