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Sea salt vs. table salt: What's the difference?
Should you take health claims about sea salt with a grain of salt? What makes it different from table salt?
Resperate: Can it help reduce blood pressure?
This device teaches slow, deep breathing, which can reduce blood pressure.
Renal diet for vegetarians: What about protein?
Although a kidney diet limits protein, you still must eat some protein every day.
Prostatitis: Can sexual activity make it worse?
Some men with prostatitis have pain with ejaculation or sexual activity.
Petroleum jelly: Safe for a dry nose?
Rarely, inhaling petroleum jelly for prolonged periods can cause lung inflammation (lipoid pneumonia).
Ozone air purifiers: Can they improve asthma symptoms?
Ozone air purifiers don't reduce asthma symptoms. In fact, they can make asthma worse.
Neti pot: Can it clear my nose?
Learn more about this container designed to rinse debris or mucus from the nasal cavity.
Melatonin side effects: What are the risks?
Melatonin is generally safe for short-term use but can cause side effects.
Kombucha tea: Does it have health benefits?
Does kombucha tea live up to its reputation as a health tonic?
Isometric exercises: Good for strength training?
Learn more about isometric exercises that contract a particular muscle or group of muscles.
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