Dietary supplements used by 58 percent of U.S. adults, CDC report finds
Apr 18, 2023
Among adults, use increases along with income and education, while older adults are more likely to take multiple supplements.
New FDA initiative seeks to boost clinicians’ dietary supplements knowledge
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
Jun 03, 2022
Educational supports for healthcare providers include a continuing education program on the benefits and risks of dietary supplements.
Cranberry supplements may aid memory in older adults
May 24, 2022
Improvement in neural functioning also seen during 12-week intervention
Lower-limb muscle function may get a boost from daily dose of leafy greens
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 25, 2021
Nitrate supplements have been shown to improve muscle and vascular function, but a new study shows that the same benefits can be had from consuming a small daily serving of leafy green vegetables.
Higher vitamin D dose may not equal greater bone health benefits in older adults
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 09, 2020
A new investigation revealed that 1,000 IU/day of vitamin D supplements were no better at preventing falls in seniors than a lower dose of 200 IU/day. Higher doses were also linked to serious falls and...
Omega-3s may not protect the heart, study of frail elderly finds
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Alicia Lasek
Nov 18, 2020
A daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids does not lower cardiac event risk in the frail elderly, and may be ineffective for cardiovascular prevention overall, investigators say.
Evidence fails to support vitamin D screenings in asymptomatic adults, task force finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 24, 2020
Vitamin D treatment in adults with low levels but no symptoms of deficiency has no effect on most health outcomes, including fractures, depression and diabetes, a new analysis shows.
Omega-3 fatty acids cut heart attack deaths by 35 percent, Mayo Clinic finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 21, 2020
Omega-3 supplements should be a standard preventive treatment for people with cardiovascular disease or who are recovering from heart attack, a new study reveals.
Is mental health affected by diet? Evidence is mixed, review finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 05, 2020
Diet can significantly effect mental health and wellbeing, but many dietary recommendations aren’t backed by solid evidence, a new study reveals.
Vitamin D and fish oil impact cancer mortality, heart attack outcomes
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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.