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Is swimming a good exercise to help you lose weight?
18/02/2010
It's often said swimming is the best exercise you can do. But what if you're swimming with your waistline in mind?
Can chewing gum help prevent tooth decay?
04/02/2010
Does chewing gum really helping to protect your teeth? Or is it just a bad habit that annoys those around you?
Can raspberry cordial kill stomach bugs in contaminated water?
21/01/2010
Some people swear raspberry cordial can prevent stomach bugs in humans and animals, but what does the science say?
Can wearing sunscreen regularly be a health risk?
16/12/2009
We've all heard the slip, slop, slap message, but can wearing sun screen be worse for you than not wearing it?
Should you always avoid alcohol when taking antibiotics?
03/12/2009
What's your experience of bad drug reactions?
Can eating a curry bring on labour?
18/11/2009
What techniques have you heard can bring on labour?
Can you exercise too much?
05/11/2009
What's your experience of getting your exercise level 'just right'?
Can you die from a 'broken heart' when someone you love dies?
22/10/2009
What's your experience of bereavement's effect on health?
Does crossing your legs give you varicose veins?
08/10/2009
What's your experience of varicose veins?
Are oysters an aphrodisiac?
24/09/2009
What works as an aphrodisiac for you?