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Policies & Important Stuff
Ever wonder if all those old home remedies your grandmother used really work? Some of them don’t but a few of them work quite well. Come with us as we separate the truth from the old wives’ tales.
Monday
24Aug2009

Does Milk Thistle Really Cleanse Blood?

Does milk thistle really cleanser your blood?”

No, milk thistle, or Silybum marianum, won’t actually “cleanse” your blood but it seems to support the health of the organ that does—your liver.

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Thursday
20Aug2009

Propolis for Heat Stroke

“Can taking bee propolis really protect you from heat stroke and would you recommend it for kids in sports?”

Propolis might offer some protection, at least in theory.

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Wednesday
19Aug2009

Is Black Tea Good For You?

“I know everybody’s talking about green tea but what about black tea? Does it have any health benefits?”

Yes, it does, and for people who just can’t develop a taste for the green stuff, black tea is absolutely a healthy alternative

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Tuesday
18Aug2009

Arnica for Pain

“Does arnica gel actually work for pain and if it does, is it true you shouldn’t use it on raw skin?”

Gels and creams made with arnica, which is known botanically as Arnica montana, may actually help reduce some types of pain, especially if the pain is associated with (or caused by) inflammation.

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Tuesday
21Jul2009

Chewing More to Lose Weight

“Does chewing your food more really help you lose weight?”

Actually, it seems to. To more correct, chewing your food slowly seems to make you feel fuller with less food.

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