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Do You Take Multivitamins?
Sometimes multivitamins seem overhyped, but some folks use them as a safety if they feel they are not getting enough vitamins and minerals from their diet. So tell me . .
DrSugar Answers: What Is DHEA?
DrSugar is in the house and he's answering your health questions.
Dear DrSugar,
My mom was very fatigued most days, having to take naps between basic activities like shopping and putting away the groceries, until she started taking a DHEA supplement. Now she has more energy and makes it through multiple activities with no naps.
Adora: A Better Calcium Supplement
When I suggested that chocolate-flavored calcium supplements make a good substitute for dessert, many of you weren't so into the high-fructose corn syrup that comes with most calcium chews. But I'm still concerned about my daily calcium intake, and I still like a sweet bite after meals, so I was excited to discover Adora Calcium Supplements ($6 for a 30-piece bag).
These dark-chocolate supplements are free of corn syrup, as well as gluten, artificial sweeteners, and other weird stuff.
You Asked: Should I Take Time-Release Vitamins?
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Taking Vitamins May Shorten Your Life?
It seems that doctors, chiropractor and other health professionals are always encouraging folks to take a daily vitamin. If you're a person who downs a bunch of pills with her morning cup of coffee or OJ every morning, then you may be surprised to hear this horrible news — research shows that people who take antioxidant supplements, including vitamins A and E, may be unknowingly shortening their lives. Ironically quite the opposite of what they are hoping to do.
Healthy Eating Tip: Spend More on Veggies Than Supplements
When browsing a health-food store, it can be tempting to spend a good bit of time (and money) in the supplement aisle. While supplements are a good safety net for filling the nutrient gaps created by not eating all your fruits and veggies, you should not rely on them. Almost all nutritionists will tell you that supplements are a good supplement (hence the name) to fruits and veggies, but they pale in comparison to the real thing.
Drugs Manufactured in Filth
I hope you haven't been using any drugs or supplements made by General Therapeutics. U.S. marshals in St.
Label Able: USP Verified Supplement Mark
When shopping for supplements you want to select a brand that has the USP Verified seal. The seal is awarded to dietary supplements that have been tested by U.S. Pharmacopeia an independent not-for-profit organization.
Do you take nutritional supplements daily?
I was talking to a massage therapist recently and she believes all women should be taking a multi-vitamin, probiotics and fish oil supplements daily. How about you?
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Do you take nutritional supplements daily?
Antioxidants: Food IS Better Than Supplements
Have you all seen the report that antioxidants don't help you live longer? First let me clarify that the study was on supplements.
An analysis of dozens of studies illustrates that supplements of Vitamins A, C and E as well as beta carotene and selenium do not help people live longer.
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