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Study Sheds Light on the Placebo Effect of Medical Encounters
Researchers have found that a medical encounter may produce its own placebo effects that can bring about significant symptom improvement. April 2008
Botanical Research Centers Featured in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
The articles highlight different areas related to the centers' research into botanical use, safety, and efficacy. February 2008
Drinking Black Tea Shows No Impact on Cardiovascular Risk Factors
It is commonly believed that polyphenol antioxidants, found in tea, have a variety of health benefits, including cardiovascular benefits. However, randomized trials to date have yielded mixed results on the effects of tea on cardiovascular risk factors. February 2008
Pilot Study Provides New Insight on Effect of Ginkgo Extract on Dementia in the Elderly
Overall, in this study in the elderly, researchers did not find a reduction in progression to dementia in those using ginkgo versus those using placebo. February 2008