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.

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.

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.

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.

A once-weekly menopause patch just got a lot cheaper to access

The weekly patch tackles two of menopause's toughest problems at once, and the long-standing price gap may finally start to close for millions of women.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New study: Vitamin D may affect people with inflammatory bowel disease

A new study suggests that vitamin D may influence the immune system in people with inflammatory bowel disease.

Scientists find link between daily vitamins and slower aging

Researchers say a simple daily supplement may have a surprising effect on how quickly the body ages.

New study: Dietary supplement may help patients with heart disease

Researchers in Japan have been studying a rare type of heart disease that does not respond well to standard treatment.

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.

Do you take omega-3? Research explains who actually benefits from it

Many people take fish oil daily, but not everyone necessarily needs it.

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.