|
- Colon cleansing: Is it helpful or harmful? - Mayo Clinic
Colon cleansing can be dangerous Coffee enemas have been linked to many deaths And in general, colon cleansing also can cause less serious side effects These include cramping, bloating, diarrhea, upset stomach and vomiting For some bowel conditions such as colitis or a blocked intestine, colon cleansing can lead to worse symptoms
- Detox foot pads: Do they really work? - Mayo Clinic
No trustworthy scientific evidence shows that detox foot pads work Most often, these products are stuck on the bottom of the feet and left there overnight Makers of detox foot pads claim that the pads draw out harmful substances in the body called toxins during sleep Toxins include heavy metals
- Gallbladder cleanse: A natural remedy for gallstones?
Proponents claim that gallbladder cleansing helps break up gallstones and stimulates the gallbladder to release them in stool Although olive oil can act as a laxative, there's no evidence that it's an effective treatment for gallstones Also, people who try gallbladder cleansing might see what looks like gallstones in their stool the next day
- Skin care: 5 tips for healthy skin - Mayo Clinic
Daily cleansing and shaving can be rough on your skin Follow these tips for gentle skin care: Limit bath time Some experts say it's ideal to bathe for no longer than five minutes at a time Use warm water rather than hot water Don't use strong soaps Strong soaps and detergents can strip oil from the skin Choose mild cleansers instead
- Nonprescription acne treatment: Which products work best?
Try cleansing cloths or towelettes These are gentle alternatives to cleansers and washes Cloths with an open weave are good for dry, sensitive skin Cloths with a tighter weave are better at removing dead skin cells If you wear makeup, remove it at the end of the day Use just the right amount
- Juicing: What are the health benefits? - Mayo Clinic
Juicing is no healthier than eating whole fruits and vegetables Juicing often involves using a machine to take out the juice from fresh fruits or vegetables
- Milk thistle - Mayo Clinic
Milk thistle is a plant named for the white veins on its large prickly leaves One of the active ingredients in milk thistle called silymarin is extracted from the plant's seeds
- Contact us - Mayo Clinic
Addresses, phone numbers and electronic contact form for Mayo Clinic campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota
|
|
|