mə-ˈdis-nəl
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as in healing
tending to cure disease or restore health
even in Roman times the hot mineral springs of Bath, England, were believed to possess medicinal properties
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as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind
if gin and tonic is the medicinal potion that he claims, then he's done a lot of self-medication of late
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mə-ˈdis-nəl
as in drug
a substance or preparation used to treat disease
the discovery that the plant is a potent medicinal once it has been refined
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Recent Examples of medicinal
Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Dec. 2024
Customer reviews show that these CBD treats are extremely popular and helpful, not only with medicinal issues but with behavioral problems as well.
—Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2024
Instead of taking medicinal sleep aids, experts emphasized other methods to help kids fall asleep, like establishing a bedtime routine and limiting screen time before bed.
—Hannah Singleton, Health, 20 Nov. 2024
Renowned for nutritional and medicinal properties, these tiny superfoods resemble blueberries.
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Turmeric is a spice used in cooking and has also been used for medicinal purposes.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Dec. 2024
Customer reviews show that these CBD treats are extremely popular and helpful, not only with medicinal issues but with behavioral problems as well.
—Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2024
Instead of taking medicinal sleep aids, experts emphasized other methods to help kids fall asleep, like establishing a bedtime routine and limiting screen time before bed.
—Hannah Singleton, Health, 20 Nov. 2024
Renowned for nutritional and medicinal properties, these tiny superfoods resemble blueberries.
—AFAR Media, 23 Dec. 2024
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For the last two seasons, Conner has been relatively healthy in offensive coordinator's Drew Petzing's run-heavy offense.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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Covering your head in winter keeps your hair healthy, frizz-free and also maintains style.Felicity Carter, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Another Florida native, Moody also spent time with the United States Attorney's Office prosecuting drug, firearm and fraud offenses.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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Bar state and local governments from issuing public health guidelines that ban the prescribing of off-label drugs.Haley BeMiller, The Enquirer, 22 Dec. 2024
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With travelers increasingly seeking restorative experiences, Réveillon Carneiros answers that call.Corein Carter, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Here’s why trying to get all your rest in condensed chunks is actually counterproductive, plus how to make both your breaks and your everyday life more restorative.Erica Sloan, SELF, 19 Dec. 2024
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The wireless earbuds offer pretty good sound quality and effective noise cancellation, though not quite as good as the second-gen AirPods Pro.Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 20 Dec. 2024
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Shoes with good cushioning and substantial arch support can help take some pressure off your heels and alleviate that discomfort.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
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These places benefit from healthcare infrastructure, access to essential medicines and reliable emergency services.Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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The team found evidence of four different plants that are associated with ancient Maya medicine and divination rituals.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 26 Dec. 2024
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Her research, which uses the Hebrew Bible and other holy books from antiquity loosely as botanical reference guides, tests local species for their remedial properties and for potential use as alternative food crops.Franz Lidz, New York Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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There’s an increasing trend of remedial media literacy among modern audiences.Ryan Easby, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2024
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Swiatek appealed that provisional suspension within 10 days, arguing that her melatonin medication was contaminated.James Hansen, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
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There are a variety of treatments, including counseling, medications and support groups, to help people who want to end that dependency.Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Dec. 2024
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These findings highlight the role of perfectionism and negative thinking in how social media affects body image, pointing to potential areas for therapeutic interventions.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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In specific medical conditions, high doses of vitamin C may be needed to achieve an adequate therapeutic effect.Trang Tran, PharmD, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Medicinal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medicinal. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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