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South African cactus used to develop appetite suppressant

The Sans bushmen of the Kalahari desert have long used a South African cactus to curb hunger and it is now being developed as an appetite suppressant.

Source: summary of medical news story as reported by Newsday

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About: South African cactus used to develop appetite suppressant

Date: 14 December 2004

Source: Newsday

URL: http://www.newsday.com/news/local/state/ny-bc-ct--childdeath-settle1214dec14,0,1069484.story?coll=ny-region-apconnecticut

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  • Medication and overweight
  • Medication and diet

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