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Caster Oil to Induce Labor

Old wives’ remedies include numerous do-it-yourself approaches to inducing labor, such as hot baths, enemas, herbs, sexual intercourse and castor oil. Castor oil, traditionally used as a laxative, has been the subject of study in some clinical trials. However, according to an article published in the May 2003 issue of “American Family Physician,” there’s no conclusive evidence that suggests castor oil is helpful.

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Nutrition for Skin Care

When it comes to healthy, glowing skin, what you put into your mouth is as important as what you put on your face. Skin reflects your general health, and nutrition plays a large part in determining how healthy you are. Diet affects your skin as well as your overall health, according to dermatologists at the Baylor College of Medicine. Healthy diet and nutritional practices can give your skin a healthy boost.

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How Long to Nurse a Child

If you’re breastfeeding, it’s important to know how long to nurse your child so as to get the optimal health benefit for your baby. Most current research on the health benefits of breastfeeding centers on the first six months to a year of life. After this point, the medical data on extended breastfeeding–breastfeeding beyond a year old–tapers off, and the decision to breastfeed becomes a personal one.