Tryptophan for Sleep: Night Waking, Dose and Safety
A review found a benefit for time awake after falling asleep. Only four articles supplied its pooled analysis, and its dose categories need careful interpretation.
The library
Every article, in one place.
Breath & MouthEvidence check
Ultrasonic Denture Cleaners: What Improved in the Trials?
Plaque removal, sore tissue and bacterial counts are different outcomes. Check what was measured before paying for a home cleaning bath.
PeriodsExplainer
Von Willebrand Tests During Heavy Bleeding: Ask About Follow-Up
Acute bleeding and anemia can affect clotting-protein levels. A normal-looking report needs to be read alongside the test names, timing and bleeding history.
Bladder & Pelvic FloorEvidence check
Lactin-V for Recurrent UTIs: The 2011 Trial
A trial left prevention uncertain.
Menopause & HormonesEvidence check
Magnesium Oxide for Hot Flashes: Four Trial Checks
The breast-cancer study compared oxide with placebo.
PeriodsEvidence check
Uzara for Period Pain: Four Trial Checks
A small comparison leaves important questions.
PeriodsEvidence check
Damask Rose for Period Pain: Four Trial Checks
This comparison did not establish equal benefit.
HairEvidence check
Essential Oils for Alopecia Areata: A 1998 Trial
The blend study has conflicting denominators and a later allocation clarification.
Odor & SweatEvidence check
Topical Botulinum Toxin: A 2007 Sweat Study
Ten paired underarm comparisons.
Breath & MouthEvidence check
Alpha-Lipoic Acid for Burning Mouth: Four Trial Checks
What improvement meant in one two-month study.
Breath & MouthEvidence check
Amlexanox Canker-Sore Film: Four Trial Checks
A short study needs careful outcome labels.
Breath & MouthExplainer
Bethanechol After Radiation: Symptoms and Saliva
What a three-month dry-mouth study can establish.
