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New subjects for chelation study

11/6/2009

A controversial $30 million US study of an alternative therapy called chelation has resumed enrolling volunteers with a history of heart attack.

 
 
 

Acupuncture soothes heartburn

10/6/2009

Acupuncture can help ease symptoms in pregnant women with upset stomachs, a small new study from Brazil shows.

 
 
 

Meditation: insomnia help?

9/6/2009

Meditation may be an effective behavioural intervention in the treatment of insomnia, according to the latest research.

 
 
 

Why turmeric helps us heal

8/6/2009

Modern technology has revealed the ancient secret behind the healing power of turmeric, a spice regarded as "holy powder" in India.

 
 
 

Comfrey relieves back pain

28/5/2009

Topical treatment with comfrey root extract ointment can markedly reduce acute upper and lower back pain, according to a report.

 
 
 

Meditation improves memory

22/5/2009

A certain type of meditation may help the brain retain images for short periods, says a new study on visual-spatial abilities.

 
 
 

Acupuncture eases labour pain

18/3/2009

Women who have acupuncture during labour and delivery are less likely to need pain medication or invasive pain relief methods such as epidurals.

 
 
 

Hoodia claims retracted

3/2/2009

A company marketing a hoodia skin gel has agreed to stop claiming that there is scientific proof that the plant aids weight loss.

 
 
 

Blow for menopause sufferers

28/1/2009

A review of a number of herbal remedies commonly used to control menopause symptoms reveals little evidence that they are effective.

 
 
 

Detox products debunked

7/1/2009

While detox has become something of a buzzword, the science behind it is flimsy and few companies know what they mean by the term, say UK scientists.

 
 
 
 

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