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Grape Juice Prevents Stomach Flu?

4 January 2017

A bit of evidence suggests that compounds in grapes may have antiviral properties, but no...

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Should You Apply Vicks VapoRub to Children’s Feet?

20 March 2007

No substantive evidence documents that the application of Vicks VapoRub to the soles of childrens'...

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Scientists Find an Australian Berry That Can Cure Cancer in 48 Hours?

7 December 2016

A chemical isolated from an obscure Australian berry has shown potential as a tumor-killing agent,...

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Soap in Bed Combats Leg Cramps?

25 May 2005

Old home remedy holds that placing a bar of soap between your bedsheets will help...

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Marmite Cures Premature Ejaculation? New research suggests a connection between Vitamin B12 deficiencies and premature ejaculation, but no research...

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Dandelion Root Kills 98% of Cancer Cells in 48 Hours?

29 September 2016

Dandelion root is being studied for possible anti-cancer properties, but there's absolutely no proof it...

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Kratom Banned by the DEA?

7 September 2016

The DEA announced the popular herbal analgesic kratom would be reclassified as a Schedule I...

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Is Coffee an Effective Protective Measure Against Mosquitoes and Zika?

9 August 2016

As fears about Zika have escalated, coffee has been touted as a potential mosquito-repelling measure....

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Okra Cures Diabetes? Rumor claims drinking water in which okra has been soaked overnight will make 'diabetes go...

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Is Pineapple Juice Five Times More Effective Than Cough Syrup?

10 March 2015

A study did not prove that pineapple juice is 'five times more effective than cough...

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Is Oil Pulling Effective for Curing Medical Ailments? Rumor: Swishing plant oils in your mouth ameliorates a variety of medical ailments.

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Facts on Honey and Cinnamon

16 March 2011

An article that extols the purported medical virtues of honey and cinnamon exaggerates their benefits.

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