We think of antioxidants as being protective against free radicals, disease and against aging – but can you get too much of a good thing? This article looks at the role antioxidants play in health and why antioxidant supplements may actually be harmful.
You need calcium and vitamin D in your diet for bone health. Some people take calcium and vitamin D supplements to make sure they’re getting enough – but is this a good idea? A new study calls this into question, especially in older women. Find out why dietary calcium sources are best and why it’s important to check a vitamin D level.
Iron is a critical part of the hemoglobin molecule that carries oxygen to tissues during exercise. A group of researchers recently looked at the role iron plays in exercise performance in women. Can iron supplements help women athletes perform better? Find out what research shows.
If you’re concerned about getting enough amino acids in your diet, you really only need to make sure you’re taking in an adequate amount of protein every day. If you regularly eat meat, fish, poultry and eggs, or if you drink milk or eat cottage cheese, you likely don’t need to supplement with amino acids for nutritional purposes.
Most of the supplements you see advertised for weight loss have no benefits, and at worse, they may be dangerous. On the other hand, certain dietary components do seem to have an impact on fat loss. An example? Vitamin D and calcium. Find out what recent research shows about how they influence fat loss.
Insulin resistance is a growing problem in this country. It’s also a precursor to type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Fortunately, there are drug-free ways to improve the way insulin functions in your body. Here are four supplements that may help.
If you have hypertension, there’s a chance you’ll need medications to keep your blood pressure under control, but some people are able to do control their blood pressure naturally by modifying their diet and lifestyle. Are there vitamins and supplements that can help? Here are five supplements to discuss with your doctor
