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July 13, 2010
Effects of Sage Aroma on Mood and Memory
British researchers tested whether the aroma of sage and other herbs affected mood or cognitive perf...

July 08, 2010
Antioxidant Properties of Ginger and Cumin
A test tube study that looked at the antioxidant properties and chemical composition of ginger and c...

July 05, 2010
Garlic and Blood Pressure Clinical Trial
Australian researchers look at the effect of garlic extract on blood pressure.

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