Nutritional supplements
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Pros and cons of taking a magnesium supplement
Magnesium supplements are popular but not risk-free. Fortunately food sources are easy to add to your diet.
Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know
Probiotics are foods or supplements that contain 'good' bacteria that might help treat or prevent illness. Should they be part of your diet?
Prenatal vitamins: OK for women who aren't pregnant?
Prenatal vitamins: Why they might not be suitable if you're not pregnant.
Pregnancy and hot tubs: What's the risk?
Understand the possible risks of hot tub use during pregnancy.
Pregnancy acne: What's the best treatment?
Learn about self-care and safe medications to treat acne during pregnancy.
Ovarian cancer: Still possible after hysterectomy?
Surgery to remove your uterus may affect your risk of ovarian cancer, depending on the type of procedure you had.
NSAIDs: Do they increase my risk of heart attack and stroke?
Common pain medications such as ibuprofen or naproxen sodium may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Multivitamins: Do young children need them?
Multivitamins: Are they good insurance for young children?
Menopause and high blood pressure: What's the connection?
For many women, menopause and high blood pressure seem to go together. Discover why.
Junk food blues: Are depression and diet related?
Depression and diet may be related, and junk food may increase the risk of depression.
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