5 Supplements to Avoid If You Have Metabolic Syndrome, According to Dietitians

Weekend Doctor: Healthcare concerns of dietary supplements

By Tenna Rhonemus, BS Pharm, RPh, BCGP Pharmacy Supervisor of Outpatient Services, Blanchard Valley Health SystemSection: Health

5 Supplements to Avoid If You Have Metabolic Syndrome, According to Dietitians

These promise a quick fix, but research doesn’t support their benefits. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RDGetty ImagesKey PointsSupplements like chromium and niacin may do more harm than good for metabolic syndrome.Green tea, bitter melon and milk thistle supplements lack strong evidence and can interact with medications.Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise remain the most effective way to reverse risk factors.Knowing your numbe…

What Happens If You Take Quercetin Supplements

Health experts break down what happens when you take quercetin supplements for two weeks straight. Read more at SheFinds.com.

Do Supplements Actually Work? - Health News Hub

The promise of a supplement can be tempting — a quick fix to solve your health concerns. But the fine print? There’s a lot of it. We turned to Junelle Shepard, APRN, a primary care nurse practitioner with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group, for  answers. Here’s what you need to know. Virtual care - when and where you need it Download the app How do supplements work? Supplements give you nutrients like electrolytes, minerals or protein…