Vitamins and Supplements
Nutrition
New study casts doubt on fish oil’s blood pressure benefits
New research suggests fish oil may not lower blood pressure as much as many people believe.
Nutrition
Taking magnesium? Experts have an important warning
Millions take magnesium for better sleep and less stress, but experts say many people may be expecting more than the science can deliver.
Vitamins and Supplements
A daily vitamin D supplement may cut your risk of autoimmune disease by over 20%
A five-year trial in 25,871 adults offers the strongest evidence yet.
Vitamins and Supplements
FDA: 25 weight-loss supplements sold as tejocote root contain a toxic plant that can stop your heart
A single seed of the plant is thought to carry the punch of 100 digoxin heart pills.
Vitamins and Supplements
If you take ACE inhibitors for blood pressure, these foods could raise your potassium dangerously
Millions take this drug class, and a few everyday foods can quietly push potassium too high.
Nutrition
New study casts doubt on fish oil’s blood pressure benefits
New research suggests fish oil may not lower blood pressure as much as many people believe.
Nutrition
Taking magnesium? Experts have an important warning
Millions take magnesium for better sleep and less stress, but experts say many people may be expecting more than the science can deliver.
Vitamins and Supplements
A daily vitamin D supplement may cut your risk of autoimmune disease by over 20%
A five-year trial in 25,871 adults offers the strongest evidence yet.
Vitamins and Supplements
FDA: 25 weight-loss supplements sold as tejocote root contain a toxic plant that can stop your heart
A single seed of the plant is thought to carry the punch of 100 digoxin heart pills.
Avoid eating green leafy vegetables if you’re taking these medications
Many people taking medication believe that as long as they eat “healthily,” there is no cause for concern. This is often where the surprise arises.
Why multivitamin use could matter for blood pressure in older adults
A daily multivitamin may not change blood pressure for everyone, but new research suggests it could quietly matter for some older adults over time.
Study shows multivitamins support blood pressure only in specific groups
As hypertension rates continue to rise among older adults, new findings offer a more nuanced perspective on whether daily multivitamins affect blood pressure.
Can you eat eggshells? Science says yes – under certain conditions
Can crushed eggshells really boost your health? New research explores their nutritional promise.
New tests reveal concerning levels of lead in protein powders
Recent laboratory analyses indicate that certain protein supplements may contribute additional lead to consumers’ overall exposure, posing potential health risks.
New study highlights possible link between obesity and lower choline levels
A well-known nutrient is coming into focus after new findings point to a possible link between obesity and early changes in brain function.