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Turmeric as a Supplement: Not for Everyone

The natural plant turmeric has many curative powers but must be used carefully to avoid unintended, even dangerous, side effects. Even though it’s been called a “miracle root,” the “spice of life,” and a promising…

Mar 18, 2021

9 Facts About Your Acne Drug, Isotretinoin

The drug that clears acne, but was also linked to depression, suicidal thoughts and fetal deformities is still on the market in its generic form Accutane — the drug that cleared severe acne but was…

Nov 6, 2020

Pros and Cons: Fish Oil Supplements

Fish oil supplements are among the most popular dietary supplements taken by Americans as nearly 8% of adults — roughly 19 million people — take them.

Jan 23, 2020

Anxiety Meds: Options, Side Effects & Alternatives

In 2006, as she was preparing for her wedding, panic attacks began to take over Kara Baskin’s life. “I worried constantly that I was on the edge of bankruptcy, or dying of cancer, or that…

Sep 18, 2019

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