Milk and cookies might be a famous combination, but there’s little evidence so-called lactation biscuits can promote milk flow in breastfeeding mothers.
Who wouldn’t want a quick fix?
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We asked an immunologist to assess the evidence for a popular cold and flu herbal remedy. She concluded there isn’t enough evidence to support its use.
Black salve doesn’t only destroy cancerous cells.
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Complementary medicines are increasingly invoking traditional use when the science does not add up. Horseradish and garlic products provide a good example.
Is it necessary to take supplements for sperm health, and do they work?
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Manuka honey has a lot of evidence-based benefits, and a lot of rubbish claims too.
Don’t believe the hype. Band-Aids might protect minor cuts but there’s no publicly available evidence they speed up healing.
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The root of the black cohosh plant has a long history of use in Europe and became popular around the world after receiving German approval as a non-prescription drug for hot flushes in 2000.
We’ve all heard the recent hype about A2 milk, but what is it? And is it better for us?
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Despite several safety recalls of this brand of dietary weight-loss supplements over the past decade, “Hydroxycut” is one of the biggest sellers in its market.
You’ve probably seen ads and testimonials for this stuff … but what does the evidence say about its effectiveness?
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