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May 2021 in “Austin journal of pharmacology and therapeutics” Physalis fruits have medicinal properties that can help treat various diseases and have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and antitumor effects.
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October 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Chewing betel nut may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, and saw palmetto can improve urinary symptoms in BPH with fewer side effects but may cause bleeding and allergic reactions.
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