With summer upon us, some people may be hoping to shed a few kilos. Although a quick-fix can be tempting, to keep the weight off in the longer term, here's how to steer clear of the fads.
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State governments are leading the charge against opioid makers over their role in the epidemic. A team of researchers at Penn State examined just how much the crisis has cost them.
There's a lack of scientific evidence supporting claims that digital detoxes actually have any benefit to us.
Charcoal is more likely to rid your gut of vitamins and minerals than it is to boost your health.
A new pill may lower blood alcohol levels, helping a hangover and preventing alcohol overdose deaths.
The human body is a comprehensive, self-mending, self-detoxing apparatus that will perform its tasks regardless of whether you're undertaking a rigid detox cure, or a gourmet food and wine marathon.
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