Nutritional supplements
Learning Center
Fiber supplements: Safe to take every day?
Fiber supplements are one way to add fiber to the diet. Here are some tips for using them safely.
Does prickly pear cactus have health benefits?
Have you heard about prickly pear cactus? Find out about some surprising health benefits of this versatile plant.
Curcumin: Can it slow cancer growth?
Some research suggests that curcumin may help prevent or treat cancer.
L-arginine: Does it lower blood pressure?
This supplement may help some people lower their blood pressure. Learn who might benefit and who should stay away from it.
Gallbladder cleanse: A 'natural' remedy for gallstones?
A gallbladder cleanse is a popular alternative remedy for gallstones. But does it work?
Glucosamine: Does it protect cartilage in osteoarthritis?
Glucosamine manufacturers claim their products slow or stop cartilage damage in osteoarthritis.
Leg cramps during pregnancy: Preventable?
A Mayo Clinic specialist shares prevention and treatment tips for leg cramps during pregnancy.
Blighted ovum: What causes it?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains what's behind this type of early pregnancy loss.
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.
Ankle swelling during pregnancy: What helps?
Try these prevention and treatment tips for ankle swelling during pregnancy.
Refine Your Search
Type
- All
- Answer
Gender
- All
- Female
Age
- All
- 19 to 44 younger
- 45 to 64 middle
- 06 to 12 years elementary/preteen
- 03 to 5 years preschool
- 13 to 18 years teen
- 02 months to 2 years infant/toddler
- 65 to 80 older
- 80 and over
- 00 birth to 01 month newborn
- 16 months to 2 years toddler