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Relaxity - The Solution to Stress Relief?
A blend of herbs and amino acids, Relaxity promises to tame your tension and help you better handle everyday stress. Find out if this supplement's health claims hold up, and discover other all-natural ways to relax and recharge.
Are My Supplements Safe?
Whether you're looking to manage a chronic condition or stave off a cold, there's more to choosing a supplement than simply finding a product that helps you meet your health goals. To select a supplement that's truly health-boosting, brush up on the top five safety concerns associated with supplement use.
10 Common Herb Mistakes - And How to Avoid Them
Are you unwittingly making mistakes that could harm your health?
Chamomile
What is chamomile? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Chickweed
What is chickweed? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Cat's Claw
What is cat's claw? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Astragalus
What is astragalus? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Artichoke
What is artichoke? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects?
Cranesbill
What is cranesbill? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Eyebright
What is eyebright? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Vitex
What is vitex? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Wild Yam
What is wild yam? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Yellow Dock
What is yellow dock? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects?
Peppermint
What is peppermint? Why do people use it? What are the side effects and safety concerns?
Herbs Kudzu and St. John's Wort and Alcohol Intake
Preliminary studies suggest that two herbs, kudzu (Pueraria lobata) and St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum), may help with alcohol intake.
Althaea
What is althaea? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Angelica
What is angelica? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects?
Allspice
What is allspice? Why do people use it?
Ashwaghandha
What is ashwaghandha? Why do people use it? What are the side effects and safety concerns?
Barberry
What is barberry? Why do people use it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Balsam of Peru
What is balsam of peru? Why do people use it? What are some of the possible side effects?
Laetrile / Amygdalin
What is laetrile, also known as amygdalin? Why do people take it? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Krill Oil
What is krill oil? Why do people use krill oil? What are the possible side effects and safety concerns?
Fucoxanthin
What is fucoxanthin? Why do people use fucoxanthin? Can it help with weight loss? What are the benefits and side effects?
Vinpocetine
What is vinpocetine? Why do people use vinpocetine? What are the side effects and possible safety concerns?