Glucosamine Supplement Tied to Lower Mortality
Regular use tied to a 65% risk for cardiovascular death
Regular use tied to a 65% risk for cardiovascular death
Supplements that have been associated with acne are those containing vitamins B6/B12, iodine, whey protein, and “muscle building supplements.”
Five unapproved pharmaceutical drugs ID’d in supplements marketed to improve memory, cognition
Current evidence inadequate to determine benefits and harms of screening for vitamin D deficiency
Significant reductions in risk seen for MI, fatal MI, and coronary heart disease events and mortality
Positive links seen for dietary and circulating vitamin C with muscle mass in middle- and older-aged adults.
Annual recurrence rate reduced with vitamin D, calcium supplementation versus observation.
Incidence and recurrence of depression, change in mood scores did not differ from placebo for adults ≥50.
Dietary supplements are usually advertised as safe despite limited or no data to support their efficacy or safety, and they are often taken without the supervision of a healthcare provider.
Ninefold increase observed in likelihood of patients speaking to their neurologist about CAM use.