Nutritional supplements
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Eye dilation: Necessary with every eye exam?
Eye dilation is part of a comprehensive eye exam. How often you need it depends on your age and health risks.
Blood glucose monitors: What factors affect accuracy?
Consider these factors when measuring blood sugar levels with blood glucose monitors.
Cholesterol level: Can it be too low?
A high cholesterol level is unhealthy — rarely, very low cholesterol may pose risks, too.
Cholesterol ratio or non-HDL cholesterol: Which is most important?
Non-HDL cholesterol may be more important than cholesterol ratio.
Too much vitamin C: Is it harmful?
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but too much carries its own risks.
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?
Vitamin D toxicity: What if you get too much?
Understand the risks of too much vitamin D, including a toxic reaction.
Thyroid peroxidase antibody test: What is it?
A thyroid peroxidase antibody test can help determine the cause of thyroid disease.
Calcium supplements: When should they be taken?
Timing matters when taking these supplements. Learn how to take them.
Do the benefits of vitamin C include improved mood?
You know vitamin C helps fight the common cold. But did you know that vitamin C might also help improve your mood?
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