Nutritional supplements
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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.
Ocular migraine: When to seek help
Flashes of light, zigzagging patterns and temporary blindness — what does it all mean?
Breastfeeding strike: Why do babies refuse to nurse?
Understand why babies sometimes refuse to breastfeed and what you can do about it.
Macrocytosis: What causes it?
Enlarged red blood cells (macrocytosis) can be due to many factors.
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?
VLDL cholesterol: Is it harmful?
Like LDL cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol is considered a type of 'bad' cholesterol.
Baby fat: When is it cause for concern?
Find out when your baby's weight might be of concern and how to promote a healthy weight.
Multivitamins: Do young children need them?
Multivitamins: Are they good insurance for young children?
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