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Alkaline water: Better than plain water?
Health claims about alkaline water abound, but plain water is usually best.
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.
Triple X syndrome
Females with this genetic disorder have three X chromosomes instead of two. Symptoms can be mild or include developmental delays and learning disabilities.
Sex during vaginal infection: Is it harmful?
Vaginal infection makes intercourse painful and weakens your resistance to sexually transmitted infections. Consider waiting.
Carpal tunnel exercises: Can they relieve symptoms?
Carpal tunnel exercises may be helpful, but they aren't used alone.
Butter vs. margarine: Which is better for my heart?
Margarine usually tops butter for heart health. But not all margarines are created equal.
Taurine in energy drinks: What is it?
Energy drink ingredients can cause concern for some who consume these beverages.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG): Is it harmful?
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) can trigger headaches and other symptoms in some people.
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