Vitamins and Supplements

The best natural supplements become drugs.

Why did this person develope renal failure?

One reason to recommend vitamin C is for skin health and chronic wound healing.

In addition to concerns about contamination, some products made by these companies that are labeled as homeopathic do not deliver any benefit, yet may potentially be harmful, according to the FDA.

Four case studies focus on vitamins and supplements.

Be aware of the higher concentration of rabies immune globulin and new units of measure for OTC vitamins A, D, and E.

Probiotics are misuderstood in their mechanisms of actions.

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Having a pharmacy that truly matters can make all the difference in the world to your patients, and to your bank account.

Patients have probably heard about probiotics and their role in maintaining digestive health, but they may be unaware of how to use them.

The immune system is essential for our survival and has several critical functions that protect the human body, It guards against damage, disease, and infectious organisms, including bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses in the environment.

As researchers continue to look for factors that may influence the development of osteoarthritis, a recently published review examined the role of fat-soluble vitamins in managing this condition.

Tallin's nearly 600 year old pharmacy Raeapteek offers an in depth view into the practice of pharmacy in Estonia.

Study: Vitamin E was related to significant reductions in blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin compared with the placebo.

A recent systematic review has shed light on increased glucose intake in the modern diet and the effects on mechanisms in the body.

Pharmacists are in a pivotal position to guide women seeking advice about prenatal health and supplements.

The much-hailed Mediterranean diet is rich in antioxidants and polyphenols.

Long-term use of dietary supplements may improve C-reactive protein, HDL cholesterol, serum homocysteine, blood pressure, and incidence of diabetes.

Benefits of fish oils may be reduced in obese patients due to high inflammation levels.

Humans operate on a diurnal pattern and need sleep for brain development, physical and mental health, and cognitive function maintenance

Although researchers have conducted no clinical trials to evaluate the vocal benefits of vitamin B12, the singing community at large endorses the energy boosting and anxiety fighting effects of the supplement.

Helping patients choose the best probiotics for their needs: an update

Researchers are learning more about the preconception period and factors that affect the ability to conceive, particularly the use of prescription medication and supplements.

Planning and consuming a diet that meets all of the recommended dietary guidelines for Americans is a challenge for most people.

Hacking the brain to work better and faster has been a hot topic, but research shows that nootropics products may fall short.

Inadequate vitamin D during pregnancy may lead to children having stunted social and motor skills.