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Hoodia: Does this dietary supplement help weight loss?
Hoodia manufacturers claim the supplement controls appetite, but where's the evidence to back up these claims?
Men: Consider this when life throws you a curveball
Studies show that men display more evidence of the "fight or flight" response to stress. Recognizing your coping strategies is the first step to increasing resilience and improving your ability to withstand life's challenges.
Heel spurs: Do they always cause pain?
Heel spurs — Bony growths not necessarily the cause of your heel pain.
Nervous stomach: Is there such a thing?
Nervous stomach is a vague term that doesn't indicate a specific diagnosis.
How trauma can affect memory
In sexual assault survivors, the main traumatic event typically becomes encoded in memory. Less important details may not be as well retained in memory.
Lupus: Can it cause hives?
Although uncommon, hives can occur in people with lupus. Learn about causes and treatments.
Do cortisol blockers aid weight loss?
Cortisol blockers claim to help with weight loss, but do they deliver? The evidence is slim at best.
Bitter orange weight-loss supplements: Do they work?
Bitter orange is in some weight-loss supplements. It acts like a stimulant, which sounds promising but has risks.
Fibromyalgia: Linked to other health problems?
Fibromyalgia often co-exists with several other painful conditions, which may be related to how your body processes pain signals.
Alzheimer's or depression: Could it be both?
Alzheimer's and depression have some similar symptoms. Proper treatment improves quality of life.
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