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.
Simple Ways to Boost Your Vitamin D Levels Naturally
When the days get shorter and colder, some people struggle to get enough vitamin D.This vital nutrient plays a key role in bone...
Cheap Supplement Could Cut Your Risk of Dying From Heart Disease by 27 percent
A new large-scale study has revealed that a cheap supplement could significantly reduce the risk of dying from heart disease.We break down the...
Taking too many vitamins? Here’s what really happens to your body
Vitamins may seem harmless – even healthy – but in large doses, they can quietly wreak havoc on your body. Here are 10 surprising...
Here’s what could change in your body if you use creatine every day
Creatine isn't just for gym buffs anymore. From students to seniors, more and more people are adding it to their daily routine—and for good...
How to Properly Take Your Vitamins and Supplements
Even though it’s tempting to think that just taking a pill will cover all your needs, many factors affect how your body absorbs vitamins...
Experts say your vitamins work best if you take them at this time
Many people take vitamins and minerals daily, but did you know that timing and combinations can make all the difference? Here’s how to get...