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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.
Experts say this viral skincare trend may actually have real benefits
Experts say one viral skincare trend may be more than just social media hype.
Should you toss expired supplements? Here’s what pharmacists say
An expiration date doesn't always mean a supplement should be thrown away, according to pharmacists who say potency is often a bigger concern than safety.
Can fish oil protect your brain? New study provides answers
Many people take fish oil to keep their brains sharp as they age. New research raises doubts about how much it actually helps.
Feeling tired? You may be missing these key nutrients
Experts point to four nutrients that many people do not get enough of.
Older adults with low vitamin C levels showed more signs of cognitive decline
A new study suggests that a deficiency in a common vitamin may be linked to brain health.
This plant is often linked to liver cleansing – but what does science say?
A growing body of research is exploring why this traditional herb continues to attract attention for liver health.