Category: Herbs & Supplements
Balm of Gilead
Balm of Gilead was mentioned in the Bible, but we don't know what was in it. It is supposed to relieve pain, but we don't know if it is effective; there are no controlled studies.
GOLO for Weight Loss
There are lots of testimonials from people who say they lost weight with GOLO, but its effectiveness is not supported by any scientific evidence.
Liver damage associate with turmeric ingestion
Reports of serious liver damage from turmeric supplementation are becoming more common
Facebook promoting dangerous and even banned supplements
A Consumer Reports analysis found little oversight of supplements marketed by Facebook.
Study – For Lowering Cholesterol, Statins Work, Supplements Don’t
A study comparing a statin drug and six common supplements to placebo shows that only the drug lowers bad cholesterol.
Alternative Reproduction?
Are there effective forms of SCAMs for birth control or reproduction? Of course not.
Study of Multivitamin Use and Memory
Routine multivitamins are likely not the best strategy for cognitive effects.
Adverse Effects from Dietary Supplements: A survey of the US Military
Over 26,000 US Service members completed a survey on the adverse effects associated with dietary supplements. Some categories of supplements are associated with substantial adverse events.
Does Vitamin D Prevent Autoimmune Disease?
A new study published in The BMJ suggests vitamin D might prevent autoimmune disease, but there are reasons to be cautious.
Can supplements improve memory and cognition?
Can you reduce the risk of cognitive decline with dietary supplements?