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Walking: Is it enough for weight loss?

Answer | Updated on December 8, 2018.

Walking and a prudent diet can put you on the path to sustainable weight management.

Prolotherapy: Solution to low back pain?

Answer | Updated on May 25, 2018.

Prolotherapy may help low back pain, but proof remains elusive.

Electric toothbrush: Better than a manual toothbrush?

Answer | Updated on August 16, 2017.

Find out the possible benefits of using an electric toothbrush.

Uncircumcised penis: Is special care needed?

Answer | Updated on February 8, 2018.

Know how to wash an uncircumcised penis.

Acupuncture for back pain?

Answer | Updated on April 23, 2019.

Acupuncture for back pain — Can acupuncture treatments relieve back pain?

What is BPA? Should I be worried about it?

Answer | Updated on June 11, 2019.

BPA stands for bisphenol A, a chemical used in some plastics and resins. See what products contain BPA and explore options to reduce your exposure.

Fasting diet: Can it improve my heart health?

Answer | Updated on January 9, 2019.

Periodically following a fasting diet may have heart-health benefits. Find out more.

Coffee and health: What does the research say?

Answer | Updated on March 4, 2017.

Has coffee gotten a bum rap? Can it be part of a healthy diet?

Beta blockers: How do they affect exercise?

Answer | Updated on January 26, 2019.

If you take beta blockers, you may need to adjust your target heart rate.

Calcium supplements: Do men need them?

Answer | Updated on October 5, 2018.

Do guys need calcium supplements for bone health?

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