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Baby poop: What's normal?
Baby poop comes in various colors and textures. Know what to expect in your newborn's diapers.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
High-dose flu vaccines: How are they different from other flu vaccines?
High-dose flu vaccines are flu vaccines for older people.
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.
Heart attack prevention: Should I avoid secondhand smoke?
It's possible that secondhand smoke can irritate the arteries and increase the risk of a heart attack.
Dental floss vs. water flosser: Which is better?
Cleaning between your teeth every day is an important part of good oral health.
Kombucha tea: Does it have health benefits?
Does kombucha tea live up to its reputation as a health tonic?
Breastfeeding strike: Why do babies refuse to nurse?
Understand why babies sometimes refuse to breastfeed and what you can do about it.
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.
When to brush your teeth
When should you brush your teeth? Learn how to protect your oral health.
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