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Hopi candles
Tallaght
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Has anyone used these to cleanse the ears ? I have had a mixed response so far.
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They're dangerous quackery of the highest order
https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm200277.htm
Even the Hopi Indians are upset that their name is associated with this!!
https://www.earwaxclinic.co.uk/do-ear-candles-workHopi Ear Candles
Where do Ear Candles Originate From?
They are often known as Hopi Candles, which refers to the Hopi tribe of North America but the Hopi people are actually quite upset that their name is being used for marketing purposes, mostly because it's a lie. They deny any association with ear candling. There are various other claims such as the ancient Egyptians and South Americans used them but there is no real evidence for this either.How to find a dentist.
1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.0 -
I found that there is no scientific evidence that ear candling pulls out debris from the ear canal. Some tests shows that there aren't reduction in earwax after candling. In some cases, there are even and increase in wax because of the wax deposited by the candles.The First Amendment freedom of religion is as important today as when the Bill of Rights was first written.0
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