Vitamin D and fish oil impact cancer mortality, heart attack outcomes
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 25, 2019
A nationwide trial of vitamin D and fish oil supplements has shown positive effects on some cancer and heart disease outcomes. But results are mixed.
Low levels of vitamins and antioxidants linked to frailty in adults over age 50
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 22, 2019
Results of a large new study tie frailty to low vitamin and antioxidant levels, suggesting a possible route to early intervention.
Tart cherry juice may help with memory retention, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 29, 2019
Daily intake of Montmorency tart cherry juice improves memory scores among older adults, according to dietary scientists.
Do supplements protect heart health? The evidence is unclear
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 10, 2019
There is little evidence that supplements protect heart health or improve cardiovascular outcomes, a data analysis has found.
Brain drain: Supplements have no effect on brain health, could be harmful
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 11, 2019
Popping a pill doesn’t work; dietary supplements have no effect on brain health, cognitive decline, dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, declares a sweeping new report.
Food for thought: Maybe actual candy bars would be a better dining option
By
John O'Connor
Jun 02, 2014
It was while my mother was struggling with small-cell lung cancer and trying to stay above the 100-pound mark (unsuccessfully), that she first encountered dietary supplements. It’s fair to say they...