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Rue References

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Castor Oil References

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Grapefruit References

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Basil and Epilepsy

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Eucalyptus and Peppermint Oil in Children

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Lavender oil and Breast Swelling in Young Boys

  1. Henley DV, Lipson N, Korach KS, Bloch CA.Prepubertal gynecomastia linked to lavender and tea tree oils. N Engl J Med. 2007 Feb 1;356(5):479-85.
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Ocotea and Diabetes

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Home Remedies for Sinus Pressure

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The Supplement You’ve Never Heard of: Fulvic and Humic acid

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