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U.S. Demand for Herbal Medicines Waning, But . . .
More multivitamins now include natural remedies, study finds

Many EU Cancer Patients Use Alternative Meds
Herbal treatments, homeopathy, vitamins and spiritual therapies popular

Health Tip: ’Natural’ Doesn’t Always Mean Safe
Herbal products can be dangerous

New Compounds Fight Malaria, Prostate Cancer
Agents that mimic Chinese herbal remedy kill parasites, cancer cells

Americans Turning to Alternative Medicine
Government survey finds 36% use non-traditional therapies

Salsa a Bacteria Stopper
Cilantro compound may protect against foodborne illness

St. John’s Wort Labels Can Be Inaccurate
They exaggerate levels of ingredient in the popular supplement

FDA Ban Doesn’t Block Cancer-Causing Plant Extract
Herbal products with artistolochic acid still available on Internet, study finds

Echinacea Products Often Mislabeled, Survey Says
Research shows some bottles didn't have any of the herb

Weighing In on Herbal Weight-Loss Products
Doctors say these 'natural' remedies don't work, and some products can pose health risks

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