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Alkaline water: Better than plain water?
Health claims about alkaline water abound, but plain water is usually best.
Axona: Medical food to treat Alzheimer's
Axona — Can a supplement treat Alzheimer's disease?
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.
CBD: Safe and effective?
Interested in using CBD? Here's what you need to know about the risks and benefits of using this drug.
Caffeine: Is it dehydrating or not?
Caffeinated drinks usually won't dehydrate you, but water is still your best option.
Candida cleanse diet: What does it treat?
Candida cleanse diets that replace processed food with fresh foods improve health but don't necessarily stop yeast overgrowth.
Coconut oil: Can it cure hypothyroidism?
This oil has been touted by some as a cure for hypothyroidism. Truth or hype?
Coconut water: Is it super hydrating?
This drink is promoted as "super hydrating." But is it really any better than plain water?
Coffee and health: What does the research say?
Has coffee gotten a bum rap? Can it be part of a healthy diet?
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