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Add antioxidants to your diet
Antioxidants may play a role in preventing heart disease, cancer and other diseases. See which foods are abundant in antioxidants.
Petroleum jelly: Safe for a dry nose?
Rarely, inhaling petroleum jelly for prolonged periods can cause lung inflammation (lipoid pneumonia).
Melatonin side effects: What are the risks?
Melatonin is generally safe for short-term use but can cause side effects.
How many hours of sleep are enough?
Wonder how many hours of sleep are enough? A Mayo Clinic specialist offers guidelines.
Caffeine: Does it affect blood sugar?
For some people with diabetes, one cup of coffee may raise or lower blood sugar. Learn how caffeine can affect blood sugar.
Coping with anxiety: Can diet make a difference?
Coping with anxiety is a challenge. Eating habits may play a role.
Honey: An effective cough remedy?
A study in children with the common cold suggests that honey may help calm coughs.
Blood pressure medication: Still necessary if I lose weight?
Losing weight may reduce or end the need for blood pressure medicine.
Grass-fed beef: What are the heart-health benefits?
Grass-fed beef may have heart-health benefits that conventional beef doesn't. Find out more.
Body lice
Body lice are tiny insects that live in your clothing and feed on your blood. Find out how to treat and prevent this itchy nuisance of a bug.
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