Are Melatonin Supplements Safe?
Over-the-counter melatonin (“anti-gonad hormone”) supplements tend not to contain what they say they do, and...
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Friday Favorites: Caffeine Shampoo and Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth
I cover natural topical treatments for hair growth, including pumpkin seed oil, caffeine, green tea, pyrithione zinc, ginger, Chinese knotweed, and rosemary.
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How to Treat Jet Lag with Light
Use cheat sheets to figure out exactly when and how to treat jet lag using...
Does Coffee Affect Cholesterol?
New data suggest even paper-filtered coffee may raise “bad” LDL cholesterol.
How to Shop for, Handle, and Store Chicken
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Is Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity Real?
There have been at least 46 studies involving more than a thousand people to see...
Smoking Marijuana vs. Using a Cannabis Vaporizer
Cannabis vapor has less tar, but may contain more ammonia. What happens to respiratory symptoms...
Effects of Smoking Marijuana on the Lungs
There is unequivocal evidence that regular cannabis smoking causes acute lung inflammation, but what are...
Benefits of Cabbage Leaves for Relief of Engorged Breasts
Cabbage is put to the test in a randomized controlled trial.
Benefits of Blueberries for the Brain
Blueberries can significantly improve cognitive performance within hours of consumption.
Benefits of Lentils and Chickpeas
Lentils and chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are put to the test.
A Workplace Wellness Program That Works
What is the return on investment for educating employees about healthy eating and living?
CHIP: The Complete Health Improvement Program
Learn about this community-based education program informing physicians and patients alike about the power of...
