Vitamins and Supplements
Millions take fish oil for brain health: A two-year trial found zero benefit
The omega-3s actually did reach the brain, which rules out the usual defense, and yet the researchers found nothing where they expected a change.
Vitamins and Supplements
7 warning signs your vitamin D may be dropping as the days get shorter
The body makes most of its supply from the sun, and once October ends the pipeline largely shuts down across much of the country.
Vitamins and Supplements
Taking melatonin every night for a year: a large study flags a serious heart signal
The bedtime supplement millions reach for is looking less harmless when the habit stretches past twelve months.
Vitamins and Supplements
7 common supplements to avoid if you take warfarin or a blood thinner
Some are in nearly every kitchen cabinet, and your doctor may have no idea you take them.
Diets
7 everyday foods that may gradually raise your risk of type 2 diabetes
They are not the chips and candy you would expect, and most of them are probably sitting in your kitchen right now.
Vitamins and Supplements
Millions take fish oil for brain health: A two-year trial found zero benefit
The omega-3s actually did reach the brain, which rules out the usual defense, and yet the researchers found nothing where they expected a change.
Vitamins and Supplements
7 warning signs your vitamin D may be dropping as the days get shorter
The body makes most of its supply from the sun, and once October ends the pipeline largely shuts down across much of the country.
Vitamins and Supplements
Taking melatonin every night for a year: a large study flags a serious heart signal
The bedtime supplement millions reach for is looking less harmless when the habit stretches past twelve months.
Vitamins and Supplements
7 common supplements to avoid if you take warfarin or a blood thinner
Some are in nearly every kitchen cabinet, and your doctor may have no idea you take them.
Belly fat plus low vitamin D may more than double your risk of dying early
A 6-year study of 5,520 adults over 50 links the combination to sharply higher mortality.
Eating more plants could cut 350 calories from your daily diet, no counting needed
A 16-week clinical trial saw people eat 357 fewer calories a day, without tracking a thing.
Cutting salt alone may not lower your blood pressure: here’s what to add
A new University of Vermont review says potassium is the missing half of the equation.
How eating chia seeds every day can affect your blood pressure and gut
A 2024 review of 10 trials points to modest but real cardiometabolic gains.
7 signs your body may be running low on vitamin B12, and who is most at risk
Early symptoms often look like normal aging. Four groups face the highest risk.
How too many supplements can affect your kidneys
Supplements can be helpful when your diet does not provide enough nutrients, but taking too many can cause problems. Experts say your kidneys may...