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Research Review

  • The Medicinal Properties Of Bay Leaves
    Bay leaves: not a hair hero, but a powerful ally against acne, inflammation, diabetes, and heart health woes! Delve into the proven benefits of this humble herb.

  • Green Coffee Bean Extract: Coffee Benefits Without The Coffee?
    Drink to your health: Coffee’s antioxidants reduce Alzheimer’s, diabetes risks; even moderate caffeine has benefits. Prefer no brew? Try green coffee extract—cholesterol’s foe and metabolism’s friend.

  • Holy Basil: What Does (And Doesn’t) It Do?
    Holy basil’s benefits scrutinized: from stress-relief myths to confirmed anticancer properties – get the real scientific scoop!

  • Beetroot For More Than Just Your Blood Pressure
    Beetroot: Beyond Blood Pressure! Boost insulin sensitivity, manage lipids, and combat diabetes and Alzheimer’s with this potent veggie. Plus, antioxidant benefits to fight cancer.

  • Kava vs Anxiety
    Dive into the science of kava’s anxiety-reducing potential and risks, examining short-term benefits, dosage, and safety concerns around liver health.

  • Dandelion: Time For Evidence On Its Benefits?
    Dandelion’s resurgence: A scientific dive into its diuretic, digestion-aiding, and potential liver health benefits.

  • Policosanol: A Rival To Statins, Without The Side Effects?
    Policosanol’s journey: From acclaimed cholesterol-buster to scrutiny and back, uncovering the truth behind this sugar cane extract’s lipid-lowering prowess.

  • Heavy Metal Detox In A Pill?
    Zeolite: A legit detox mineral for heavy metals and gut health or an overhyped health fad? We sift through the science.

  • The Dopa-Bean
    “Mucuna pruriens: A natural remedy for Parkinson’s with potential for treating depression and neurodegeneration. Yet, caution is advised for some mental health conditions.”

  • Castor Oil: All-Purpose Life-Changer, Or Snake Oil?
    Castor oil’s miracle fame tested: proven for skin and dry eyes, but no hair growth evidence. FDA-approved laxative, yet ineffective against thrush. Proceed with caution!

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