There’s good news on cholesterol: Americans have been doing an admirable job of lowering our overall levels of the artery-clogger. Between 2005 and 2016, the average level of “bad” LDL cholesterol dropped 21 points among people taking cholesterol medications. But before you bust out the sausage-and-cheese biscuits, note that nearly 25 million U.S. adults still … Read more
Americans may love to eat junk, but we’re nearly as passionate about doing penance, with more than half of us scarfing down dietary supplements on a regular basis. From herbal remedies to energy boosters, vitamins and weight-loss pills, supplements form a massive global industry — one that’s expected to reach $200 billion in value by … Read more
There’s something fishy about fish oil. The wildly popular supplement — which is on track to reach an estimated $2.4 billion in worldwide sales by 2030 — might not provide any health benefit, according to scientists. But that hasn’t stopped manufacturers from making outrageous claims on the packaging for fish oil supplements. A recent study … Read more
People with indigestion are often advised to stay away from spicy foods — but turmeric might be the exception. The golden-orange spice — commonly added to curry dishes, tea, rice, soup, smoothies and marinades — has been proven to have a wide range of health benefits. And now, researchers have discovered that turmeric can treat … Read more
G – ops! Gwyneth Paltrow amused fans this week after seemingly putting zero effort into what appeared to be an endorsement on TikTok for a new probiotic dietary supplement. At the beginning of the bizarre video, Paltrow, 50, lifts the tiny green capsule to her lips before spitting it back into her hand. “So this … Read more
Eat your broccoli. Leafy greens rich in vitamin K — like broccoli and spinach — could be helping to keep your lungs healthy, a new study published in the journal ERJ Open Research revealed. A group of scientists in Denmark found that people with low levels of vitamin K were more likely to have poor … Read more
For those itching to forego a 10-step regimen, ingestible skincare supplements are an alluring proposect. The once-daily capsules claim to promote a healthy glow from the inside out, with ingredients such as collagen, antioxidants, probiotics and ceramide promising clear skin. The sell of the pills hinge on emerging research about the gut-skin axis, or how … Read more
The beauty buffs are buzzing. Adult women on TikTok are claiming that bee pollen supplements have made their breasts grow — but experts are dubious. Influencer Ivey Cross went viral with over 1.3 million views on TikTok after she claimed that she noticed her bra getting tighter several weeks after adding the supplement to her … Read more
Nearly 60,000 canisters of a supplement Jennifer Aniston promotes have been recalled due to potential contamination. Vital Proteins is voluntarily recalling its 24-ounce canisters of Collagen Peptides powder for fear that pieces of a broken blue plastic lid contaminated the product. The “Friends” actress is a spokesperson for the Chicago-headquartered company, which said the affected … Read more
This might be a tough pill to swallow. A so-called weight-loss supplement has captivated users eager to slim down for summer, but experts warn that relying on the quick-fix capsule could be dangerous. TikTokers are obsessing over berberine, a plant-derived compound that studies suggest exhibits anti-inflammatory properties, inhibits growth of certain cancer cells and lowers … Read more
Forego forgetfulness with one daily habit. Memory loss with aging could be curbed with the regular use of multivitamins, a new study suggests. Findings from the COSMOS-Web study, published Wednesday in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggest a link between daily multivitamin supplement use and slowing the cognitive decline that accompanies aging. “Cognitive aging … Read more
This is quite the wake-up call. Emerging research out of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has revealed that sleep aid gummies boasting melatonin may contain alarming amounts of the hormone — much more than the manufacturers claim. One brand tested contained more than 300% of the melatonin promised per serving, according to the … Read more