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Why aromatherapy is showing up in hospital surgical units
Aromatherapy from plant-based scents may just have a place in the science of health and healing.
Kratom for opioid withdrawal: Does it work?
Kratom is promoted as an aid in overcoming withdrawal from opioid medications, but research suggests that it leads to more health problems than it solves.
Mindfulness exercises
Engaging with the world around you can lower your stress. Here's how to practice mindfulness meditation.
Home birth: Know the pros and cons
Understand the possible risks and how to plan and prepare for a home birth.
Cholesterol-lowering supplements may be helpful
Diet and exercise are proven ways to reduce cholesterol. Cholesterol-lowering supplements might help, too.
Alternative cancer treatments: 11 options to consider
Alternative cancer treatments may help you cope with cancer treatment side effects such as fatigue, pain, sleep problems, and nausea and vomiting.
Diabetic neuropathy: Can dietary supplements help?
Along with a healthy diet, some vitamin and antioxidant products might play a role in preventing or slowing this common diabetes complication.
Labor positions
Learn about positions that might help you relax and ease pain during labor.
Kratom: Unsafe and ineffective
Users revere kratom for mood enhancement and fatigue reduction, but safety issues and questions about effectiveness abound. Learn more before trying it.
Signs of labor: Know what to expect
Know exactly what to expect as your due date approaches and your body prepares for delivery.
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