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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?
Baby sign language: A good idea?
Understand the benefits of baby sign language.
Baby walkers: Are they safe?
Baby walkers — A Mayo Clinic specialist explains the dangers of using a baby walker.
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.
Phentermine for weight loss
This prescription medicine can help with weight loss when combined with a healthy diet and exercise.
Water retention: Are there natural diuretics?
Interested in natural diuretics for fluid retention and weight gain? You may be better off watching your diet.
Vitamin B-12 injections for weight loss: Do they work?
Vitamin B-12 injections — A weight-loss shot sounds appealing, but does it work?
Protein shakes: Good for weight loss?
Protein shakes aren't a magic bullet for weight loss. Here's why.
Apple cider vinegar for weight loss
Proponents tout apple cider vinegar as a weight-loss aid, but there's little proof that it works.