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September 2000; Volume 3; 108
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Twelve weeks of aerobic exercise in previously sedentary women did not improve menopausal symptoms, but did modestly improve perceived sleep quality.
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One dose of Rhodiola rosea minimally, but statistically, improves endurance exercise.
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Spinal manipulative therapy provides benefits in one aspect of pain sensitivity for people suffering from low back pain.
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Probiotic therapies appear to be safe and may be helpful for various health problems.
The strongest evidence is for use as an adjunctive supportive therapy forgastrointestinal-related disorders.
Although direct colonic probiotic delivery therapies appear promising, further research is needed.
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A meta-analysis and a clinical trial, both published recently, found that the evidence of cardiovascular benefit with increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is weak at best. Large study samples make these results compelling, but caution is warranted in interpreting and applying them in practice.
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Marcolina ST. Valerian root for insomnia. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:77-80.
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Bufford H, Assefi N. Acupuncture for the treatment of dysmenorrhea. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:83-86.
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La Puma J. Hepatotoxicity linked to weight-loss supplement. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:86-87
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La Puma J. Alternative therapies in dermatology. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:88.
