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Colloidal Silver: Is It Safe?
Colloidal silver is often marketed as a cure-all product. But does it work? And is it safe?
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Health Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo biloba has been pushed as a way to improve memory and ward off dementia. Learn more about this supplement.
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Ashwagandha Benefits
Ashwagandha might help with stress and arthritis and may even have cancer-fighting effects. Learn more about this herbal supplement’s potential benefits.
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Phosphorus in the Body and Foods Containing It
Phosphorus is in almost everything you eat and drink. No wonder you have more of it in your body than almost any other mineral.
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Copper and Your Health
What can copper do for you? Find out how getting this mineral in certain foods can help your health, and learn whether you're getting enough.
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Health Benefits of Moringa
Moringa oleifera is sometimes called "the miracle tree." Find out more about this tropical plant, and see if the benefits live up to the claims.
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Bach Flower Remedies: Uses, Effectiveness, Side-Effects
Can a few drops of a flower essence treat pain, stress, and anxiety? Some people think so. Get the scoop on Bach flower remedies, including if they’re safe and how to use them.
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What Is Kava Kava?
Kava kava has been used in traditional Pacific Island medicine and ceremonies for hundreds of years. WebMD explains what conditions it treats, and whether it's safe.
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What Is ZMA?
ZMA is a supplement that includes zinc, magnesium aspartate, and vitamin B6. WebMD discusses what the research shows about ZMA health claims.
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Garcinia Cambogia: Safe for Weight Loss?
Garcinia cambogia, a tropical fruit, is a popular weight-loss supplement, especially with people who have diabetes. Is it safe and effective, or is it a diet pill scam?
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Chlorophyll: Uses and Risks
WebMD looks at the uses and risks of the supplement chlorophyll.
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Slippery Elm: Uses and Risks
WebMD looks at the uses, risks, and effectiveness of the supplement slippery elm, which some people use to treat cold symptoms.
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Tyrosine: Uses and Risks
WebMD looks at the uses and risks of the supplement tyrosine, which some people use for the genetic disorder called PKU.
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Saffron: Uses and Risks
WebMD looks at the uses and risks of the supplement saffron.
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Senna: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement senna, which some people take to help treat constipation.
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Theanine: Uses and Risks
WebMD describes the uses and risks of the supplement theanine, which is found naturally in tea leaves, especially green tea.
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Is Glucosamine Good for Joint Pain?
WebMD describes what the latest research shows about using a supplement called glucosamine to treat painful joints.
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Red Raspberry: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement red raspberry.
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Pycnogenol: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement pycnogenol.
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Nattokinase: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement nattokinase.
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N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC): Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement N-acetyl cysteine (NAC).
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Prickly Pear Cactus: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement prickly pear cactus.
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Iodine: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of iodine supplements.
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Ginger: Health Benefits & Side-Effects
Ginger is a root with purported healing properties and health benefits, but overuse comes with risks. Learn more about ginger supplements.
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Gymnema: Uses and Risks
WebMD explains the uses and risks of the supplement gymnema.
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