Healthy diets
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DASH diet: Healthy eating to lower your blood pressure
This way of eating can help control blood pressure and boost health in other ways. It's easy to get started.
DASH diet: Guide to recommended servings
Use this chart of DASH diet recommended servings by food group to plan healthy meals and snacks.
Mediterranean diet for heart health
This heart-healthy eating plan emphasizes healthy fats, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds.
Zinc for colds: The final word?
Everyone's heard of taking zinc for colds. But does it really work?
Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid?
Valerian — Can this sleep aid help you sleep better?
High cholesterol treatment: Does cinnamon lower cholesterol?
Can cinnamon lower cholesterol?
Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?
How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.
High-dose vitamin C: Can it kill cancer cells?
High-dose vitamin C has been touted by some as an effective alternative cancer treatment.
Natural remedies for depression: Are they effective?
For some people, certain herbal and dietary supplements seem to help with depression, but more studies are needed on their effectiveness and side effects.
Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know
Probiotics are foods or supplements that contain 'good' bacteria that might help treat or prevent illness. Should they be part of your diet?
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