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Mangosteen juice: Can it relieve arthritis pain?
Some marketers claim mangosteen juice has anti-inflammatory benefits. Find out what the research says.
Kratom for opioid withdrawal: Does it work?
Kratom is promoted as an aid in overcoming withdrawal from opioid medications, but research suggests that it leads to more health problems than it solves.
Stress fractures
Stress fractures are tiny cracks in bones often caused by overuse or osteoporosis. Learn how to prevent and treat them.
CBD: Safe and effective?
Interested in using CBD? Here's what you need to know about the risks and benefits of using this drug.
Pomegranate juice: A cure for prostate cancer?
Early research suggested that pomegranate juice could slow the growth of prostate cancer, but more-rigorous trials failed to confirm those results.
Zinc for colds: The final word?
Everyone's heard of taking zinc for colds. But does it really work?
Detox foot pads: Do they really work?
Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?
Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid?
Valerian — Can this sleep aid help you sleep better?
High cholesterol treatment: Does cinnamon lower cholesterol?
Can cinnamon lower cholesterol?
Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?
How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.
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