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Alternative Medicine Blog with Cathy Wong October 2006 Archive

By Cathy Wong, About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine since 2000

What are Hoodia's Side Effects?

Monday October 23, 2006
A reader asks, "What are the side effects of hoodia, if any? Most articles I've read about hoodia say it's gentle and safe and I can't seem to find any ... Read More

Is There a Natural Alternative to Sleep Medication?

Friday October 20, 2006
Sleep medication is appropriate in certain situations, and many of the newer medications have fewer side effects. If you're currently taking sleep medications, I'd suggest talking with your doctor about ... Read More

DHEA is no Fountain of Youth, Study Finds

Thursday October 19, 2006
The supplement DHEA, widely marketed as an anti-aging supplement, has been found to be no better than placebo at slowing markers of aging. The study, published in the October 19 ... Read More

How to Use Herbs Safely

Sunday October 15, 2006
When it comes to the herbs you're taking, are you unwittingly making mistakes that could harm your health? Here's a rundown of the 10 most common herb mistakes. Related Articles: Herbs and ... Read More

What is Policosanol?

Sunday October 8, 2006
Policosanol is a sugar cane-derived dietary supplement touted as a natural remedy to lower cholesterol. But did you know that most of the promising research on the supplement was conducted ... Read More

Yoga for Back Pain - The Supported Bridge Pose

Sunday October 8, 2006
The supported bridge pose takes the pelvic tilt a step further by putting it in space. By elevating the pelvis we remove the familiar support coming from the floor, calling ... Read More

What is Red Yeast Rice?

Sunday October 1, 2006
Red yeast rice is a nutritional supplement that is marketed to lower cholesterol. It's a substance made by fermenting a type of red yeast called Monascus purpureus over rice. Red ... Read More

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