What Jordanians Really Use to Lose Weight: Herbs and Supplements
Researchers surveyed over 1,100 people in Jordan to find out which herbal products and supplements they use to lose weight. They discovered that green tea, …
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What Vitiligo Patients Really Use to Treat Their Skin
Researchers surveyed over 200 people with vitiligo—a skin condition that causes white patches—to learn what treatments they actually use. They found that 41% …
Read MoreMost Parents of Kids With Cancer Try Alternative Medicine—But Don't Tell Doctors
A new study found that most parents of children with cancer and blood disorders are using complementary medicine—things like special diets, supplements, …
Read MoreAcupuncture Helped a 90-Year-Old With Severe COVID Gut Problems
A 90-year-old man with severe COVID-19 developed a serious condition where his colon became dangerously swollen without any physical blockage. Standard …
Read MoreCBD May Help Stop Colon Cancer Before It Starts
Researchers discovered that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound from cannabis plants, might prevent colon cancer from developing in its early stages. Using …
Read MoreWhy People Using Alternative Medicine Report Lower Life Quality
Researchers surveyed over 4,000 German adults to understand how traditional and alternative medicine use relates to overall health and quality of life. They …
Read MoreSpirulina May Protect Muscles Better Than Cholesterol Drugs
Researchers compared spirulina, a type of blue-green algae, with simvastatin, a common cholesterol medication, to see which better protects muscles in people …
Read MoreVaginal Bacteria May Help Fight Drug-Resistant Infections
Researchers discovered that a natural compound produced by helpful bacteria found in the vagina might help antibiotics work better against dangerous …
Read MoreA Turkish Plant May Fight Intestinal Parasites Better Than Medicine
Researchers tested a plant extract from Turkey called Allium tuncelianum to see if it could treat a common intestinal parasite infection in rats. The parasite, …
Read MoreWhy Germans Choose Alternative Medicine: What Patients Really Want
Researchers in Berlin interviewed 20 people who use traditional and complementary medicine to understand why they choose these treatments. Most participants …
Read MoreMany Older Cancer Patients Try Alternative Treatments
Researchers in South Korea surveyed 420 older cancer patients to learn about their use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)—treatments used …
Read MoreHow Acupuncture May Help Reduce Weight in Obese Rats
Researchers tested whether acupuncture could help obese rats lose weight and improve their metabolism. They compared acupuncture treatment to a weight-loss …
Read MoreGarlic-Based Copper Particles Fight Tough Lung Infections in Mice
Researchers created tiny copper particles using garlic extract and tested them against a dangerous bacteria called Pseudomonas aeruginosa that causes lung …
Read MoreCan Alternative Treatments Help Kids With ADHD?
Researchers looked at 133 scientific studies to find out what complementary therapies (treatments used alongside or instead of traditional medicine) might help …
Read MoreWhy Some Parents Try Alternative Treatments for Autistic Kids
Researchers studied nearly 800 families with autistic preschoolers to understand why some parents use alternative treatments like special diets and supplements …
Read MoreCan Ancient Chinese Treatments Help Kids Lose Weight?
Researchers looked at studies about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatments for overweight children. They reviewed three major studies that included 68 …
Read MoreNatural Plant Peptides Help Chickens Fight Intestinal Infection
Researchers tested whether a natural supplement made from cottonseed could help chickens recover from a common intestinal infection called coccidiosis. They …
Read MoreNew Probiotic Byproduct Fights Antibiotic-Resistant Skin Infections
Scientists discovered that a substance created from a helpful bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus paracasei BGP1 can kill dangerous germs that don't respond to …
Read MoreDoes Amethyst Really Help You Stay Healthy? A Science Test
Researchers wanted to know if carrying an amethyst crystal could help people make better health choices after the holiday season. They gave 38 healthcare …
Read MoreSpecial Acupuncture and Diet Plan Helped 3 People with Stomach Problems
Researchers studied three people with functional dyspepsia, a condition that causes ongoing stomach pain and discomfort without a clear medical cause. Each …
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