Nutritional supplements
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Prenatal vitamins: OK for women who aren't pregnant?
Prenatal vitamins: Why they might not be suitable if you're not pregnant.
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?
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.
Repeat C-sections: Is there a limit?
Repeat C-sections are common — but each C-section is generally more complicated than the last.
Sex and COVID-19: Can you get COVID-19 from sexual activity?
Find out whether COVID-19 can be spread during sexual activity and how to reduce your risk of getting the virus from a sexual partner.
Shingles vaccine: Can I transmit the vaccine virus to others?
A shingles vaccine uses only part of the varicella-zoster virus, so you can't infect others.
Silent heart attack: What are the risks?
This type of heart attack occurs with few, if any, symptoms. Find out more.
Starting solids: When is the right time?
Understand when to start feeding your baby solid foods.
Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Too much vitamin C: Is it harmful?
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but too much carries its own risks.
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