Vitamins and Supplements
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Many take magnesium every day – experts warn of risks
Experts are now warning that a popular supplement may be dangerous if taken in excessive amounts.
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Do you take omega-3? Research explains who actually benefits from it
Many people take fish oil daily, but not everyone necessarily needs it.
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New study: Vitamin D may reduce diabetes risk in selected groups
New research suggests a possible link between vitamin D and the risk of type 2 diabetes.
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Are you taking the right type of vitamin D? Researchers offer new insights
Research shows that not all types of vitamin D work in the same way in the body.
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Dietary supplements for hair loss may interfere with cancer treatment
A widely used dietary supplement for hair loss may affect blood test results in cancer patients and thereby influence their treatment, new research shows.
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Many take magnesium every day – experts warn of risks
Experts are now warning that a popular supplement may be dangerous if taken in excessive amounts.
Body
Do you take omega-3? Research explains who actually benefits from it
Many people take fish oil daily, but not everyone necessarily needs it.
Body
New study: Vitamin D may reduce diabetes risk in selected groups
New research suggests a possible link between vitamin D and the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Body
Are you taking the right type of vitamin D? Researchers offer new insights
Research shows that not all types of vitamin D work in the same way in the body.
New study explores how a nutrient mix affects autism-related behaviors in mice
A new mouse study is giving researchers fresh clues about how certain nutrients might work together to influence brain development.
Health experts explain differences between common magnesium products
Many people take magnesium daily, but few realise how much the form of the supplement can change the way the body absorbs it.
Experts: Vitamin gummies are unnecessary for most children
Parents increasingly buy vitamin products designed to look like treats, yet specialists question whether the appeal matches the actual need.
Research: Bananas in smoothies may reduce nutrient absorption
The ingredients in smoothies require careful consideration to get the most out of their nutrients.
Birth control pills may affect mental health more than previously recognised
New research reveals that hormonal birth control may affect mental wellbeing differently depending on a woman’s genetic makeup.
This common vitamin could cut your skin cancer risk in half
A new large-scale study suggests that a simple, over-the-counter vitamin could play a major role in preventing skin cancer. Researchers found that taking vitamin...