Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10, also called ubiquinone) is a vitamin-like substance that’s present in foods and is also produced by your cells to help convert food
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FDA and CPSC Product Recalls
Catch the tail end of a news report on a drug you’re taking? If there’s something to worry about, chances are the U.S. Food and
Breastfeeding and Over-The-Counter Drugs
Breast milk is the perfect food for babies. It contains all the nutrients your baby needs in just the right balance, and it passes along
What is SAM-e?
SAM-e (pronounced “sammy”) is short for S-adenosylmethionine and has become a big seller in the supplement industry. The compound supposedly eases the symptoms of both
Risky Supplements (Overview)
Are all herbal remedies safe? No. Many herbal remedies can improve your health when used wisely. But even some of these have the potential for
Herbal Weight-Loss Pills
Can dietary supplements help me lose weight? “Eat! Eat! Eat! And Always Stay Thin! No Diet, No Exercise!” Sounds great, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, you’ll have
DHEA
What is DHEA? DHEA is the most abundant steroid hormone in our bodies. (Hormones in this category include estrogen, testosterone, and cortisone.) DHEA, short for