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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.
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?
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.
Tetanus shots: Is it risky to receive 'extra' boosters?
For adults, tetanus shots are recommended every 10 years.
Calcium supplements: When should they be taken?
Timing matters when taking these supplements. Learn how to take them.
Can vitamins help prevent a heart attack?
Study results are mixed on whether vitamins can prevent heart disease. Find out more.
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.
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