A form of substance abuse rampant in this country is rarely discussed publicly or privately. It involves abusing legally sold dietary supplements — vitamins, minerals, herbals and homeopathic remedies — all of which can be sold over the counter without prior approval for safety and effectiveness. Although there was much publicity about the hazards of […]
Seniors flaunt their muscles (and Speedos) at drug-free events.
Probiotics, the potentially beneficial bacteria and yeasts available as diet supplements, may not be as helpful as widely believed.
The herbal supplement hawthorn extract is effective in treating symptoms of chronic heart failure, new research suggests.
Scouring remote regions for plants, oils and extracts can yield cures — and big profits — for pharmaceutical companies and indigenous tribes.
Nutritional supplements are generally not taken into account when health researchers try to get a snapshot of the nation’s nutritional habits, a new study finds.
As cancer patients increasingly embrace alternative therapies, oncologists are calling for well-designed clinical trials to determine if they are helpful or harmful.
Makers of vitamins, herbs and other dietary supplements taken by millions of Americans must meet new government standards.
A review of more than 700 studies has concluded that the herb has a substantial effect in preventing colds and in limiting their duration.
It can be found in health food stores all over, but is conjugated linoleic acid all it’s cracked up to be?
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