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Tai chi gentle on diabetes

Health: The Pulse - 09/10/2008

Tai chi may help people with type 2 diabetes improve their physical and mental wellbeing, say Australian researchers.

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Will yoghurt cure thrush?

Yes, the lactobacillus in yoghurt kills thrush.
No, but a lactobacillus supplement will kill it.
No, neither yogurt nor a lactobacillus supplement will help.

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