Tag: Nutritional Supplements
n-3 PUFAs Do Not Lower Risk for Early Preterm Delivery
Maternal supplementation with n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids did not lower risk
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Have Little, No Impact on Diabetes
Review indicates little to no effect on newly diagnosed diabetes, measures of glucose metabolism
Certain Dietary Supplements Tied to Dysphagia, Choking in Seniors
Most reports of swallowing complications involve multivitamins or calcium supplements
AHA: Prescription Omega-3 Fatty Acids Effectively Lower Triglycerides
4 g daily EPA+DHA or EPA only effective and safe for use as monotherapy or in combination
Most Supplements Offer Little Protection Against Heart Disease
Most had no significant effect on mortality, cardiovascular disease outcomes
Iron Intake May Not Improve Pregnancy Chances
Modest benefits seen from nonheme iron for women at risk for iron deficiency
Nutrient Intake Inadequate in Many Pregnant Women in U.S.
Almost all at risk for excessive sodium consumption
Dietary Supplements May Up Risk for Severe Medical Events
Increased risk seen in association with supplements sold for muscle building, energy, weight loss
Common Supplement Ingredient Could Harm Fetus, FDA Warns
Vinpocetine is a man-made compound used in some products sold as dietary supplements
Habitual Glucosamine Use Linked to Reduced Risk for CVD Events
Risks reduced for total cardiovascular disease events, CVD death, coronary heart disease, and stroke
