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A Single Cup of Peppermint Tea Sharpens Memory in New Clinical Trial

A single cup of peppermint tea improved memory in four cognitive tests and increased brain blood flow in a small 25-person clinical trial.

WHO Launches Ambitious 10-Year Plan to Integrate Traditional Medicine Into Global Health Systems

WHO unveils a 10-year plan to integrate traditional medicine into global health systems, backed by 179 nations and evidence-based standards.

The Great Alternative Medicine Divide: Who Wants Science and Who Doesn't

New research reveals 70-80% of alternative medicine practitioners resist scientific testing while 35-45% of the public supports rigorous evaluation.

Why Major Media Outlets Keep Promoting Acupuncture Without Showing the Science

Major publications like National Geographic are publishing acupuncture stories that lack rigorous evidence, following a pattern of promoting ancient practices...

The Belly Button Oil Trend: What Traditional Medicine Claims vs. What Science Actually Shows

An ancient wellness practice of applying castor oil to the belly button is gaining attention, but experts warn most health claims lack scientific evidence and...

When Alternative Cancer Treatments Replace Standard Care, Survival Rates Plummet: What a Major Study Reveals

A study of 2 million breast cancer patients found that those relying solely on alternative therapies instead of proven treatments face mortality rates similar...

The $504 Billion Alternative Medicine Boom: Why Mainstream Healthcare Is Finally Taking Notice

The complementary and alternative medicine market is projected to reach $504.59 billion by 2030, growing at 17.4% annually.

The Migraine Remedy Trap: Why 'Natural' Doesn't Always Mean Safe or Effective

Many migraine sufferers turn to herbal remedies and supplements, but science shows mixed results. Here's what actually works and what's just wishful thinking.