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Touted as a natural remedy for conditions like asthma and allergies, belladonna contains chemicals that may harm your health.

Turmeric—a key ingredient of curry—shows promise as an all-natural cancer fighter.

Found naturally in plants, phytoestrogens may help protect against breast cancer, bone loss, hot flashes, and high cholesterol.

Boosting your brain levels of the amino acid GABA may help ease anxiety and protect against depression.

Widely used to flavor beer, hops may help you sleep more soundly and cool hot flashes.

Pygeum, a natural remedy sourced from an African plum tree, may ease symptoms associated with a common prostate condition.

Should you take vitamin C supplements? Here's a look at the science behind their power to protect against cancer and the common cold.

Research suggests that loading up on lycopene — an antioxidant abundant in tomatoes and watermelon—may help protect against certain types of cancer.

Do you find that it works better in some recipes but not others? Share your tips with other About.com readers here and find about other people's successes and failures cooking with erythritol.

Calendula (Calendula officinalis L.) is a flower widely used to treat skin conditions. Also known as marigold, calendula is generally applied topically when used for health purposes. Rich in nutrients like lutein and beta-carotene, calendula has been found to contain anti-inflammatory compounds.

Studies show that Pycnogenol - a natural remedy extracted from the bark of pine trees - may help soothe menstrual pain, boost cardiovascular health, and fight asthma symptoms.

Schisandra, an herb long used in traditional Chinese medicine, may help build your body's resistance to the harsh effects of stress.

Some studies suggest that spirulina may boost your defense against allergies and diabetes, as well as protect against oral cancer, though research is limited.

Find out how quercetin - a plant-based antioxidant and anti-inflammatory - may help keep your blood pressure in check and ease allergy symptoms.

Here's a look at the science behind omega-3 fatty acids, said to fight heart disease, cancer, and a host of other health problems.

Rich in health-boosting compounds, soy may help protect your heart and cool hot flashes.Rich in health-boosting compounds, soy may help protect your heart and cool hot flashes.

Studies show that grape seed extract may help boost heart health and protect your brain from the effects of aging.

Supplement manufacturers claim that bitter orange can boost weight-loss efforts, but science shows that this herbal remedy may threaten heart health.

Studies suggest that the herb thunder god vine may help fight rheumatoid arthritis - but could also cause serious side effects.

One of the most popular scents in aromatherapy, rose essential may help relieve stress, anxiety, cramps, and hot flashes.

Long used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat alcoholism and other issues, kudzu may offer headache relief and protect heart health.

An herbal remedy long used in traditional African medicine, umcka may help you kick the common cold and other respiratory troubles.

An antioxidant-rich herbal remedy, hawthorn may benefit people with conditions like chronic heart failure and high blood pressure.

Information about guarana, a popular ingredient in energy drinks, sodas, and herbal weight loss pills.

Fact sheet about the health benefits and side effects of goji berries.

Information on tart cherries, including health benefits, research, and safety.

Information about the medicinal uses of the herb white willow bark, side effects, drug interactions, and research.

Information about the medicinal benefits of capsaicin cream, research, side effects, drug interactions, and more.

Mangosteen juice has become a popular health drink. Find out what mangosteen is and get information about the health benefits and side effects of mangosteen.

Mangosteen juice has become a popular health drink. Find out what mangosteen is and get information about the health benefits and side effects of mangosteen.

What are energy drinks? Do they really boost energy? Are they safe?

Information on the health benefits and side effects of activated charcoal.

Information on the health benefits and side effects of bentonite.

Information on the health benefits and side effects of the herb senna.

Information on the health benefits and side effects of the herb cascara sagrada.

Information on the health benefits and side effects of the psyllium.

Information on the health benefits and side effects of the herb rhubarb.

Need information on a certain herb, vitamin, or nutritional supplement? Get the quick facts with this A-Z herb and supplement directory, written by Cathy Wong, Alternative Medicine Guide.

Rich in essential fatty acids, borage oil may help ease inflammation and relieve rheumatoid arthritis.

Lutein supplements deliver a powerful antioxidant shown to protect against major eye diseases like cataracts and macular degeneration.

Some studies suggest that bacopa—an herb long used in the traditional medicine of India—may help sharpen memory and protect against Alzheimer's disease.

Often called "red tea," rooibos is an antioxidant-rich herbal infusion that may offer several health benefits.

Some research suggests that whey protein may help boost muscle mass, as well as keep blood pressure in check and preserve bone health.

Available in supplement form, chokeberry extract may help combat oxidative stress and stave off major diseases.

Rich in antioxidants, oolong tea may shield your heart health and help you shed pounds.

A natural remedy known to soothe pain, clove shows promise for prevention of lung cancer. Find out whether clove has been proven to treat or prevent certain health conditions.

Some research suggests that cocoa extract can help fight heart disease.

Also known as black cumin, nigella sativa shows promise as a natural treatment for asthma and high blood pressure.

Early research shows that maitake (a medicinal mushroom) may help boost immune defense, keep blood pressure in check, and protect against diabetes.

Get the science behind claims that chlorella supplements can promote detox and protect against cancer.

Early research suggests that shiitake may rev up your immune system and boost your cancer defense.

Some studies suggest that colostrum supplements can help rev up your immune system and boost your exercise performance.