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Caution with ZMA

July 25, 2024
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Zinc magnesium aspartate (ZMA) is promoted among athletes for improving athletic performance and regulating sleep, but this supplement may actually reduce sleep time, according to a recent study. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Magnesium Supplements Review which includes our Top Picks among magnesium supplements.

Light Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis?

July 25, 2024
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Does light therapy reduce pain and improve function for people with plantar fasciitis, a common cause of foot pain? Find out our article about red and near infrared light therapy?

Beta-Alanine for Exercise Performance?

July 25, 2024
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Does supplementing with beta-alanine improve exercise performance or reduce fatigue following high-intensity interval training? Find out what a recent study showed in the "Is Beta-alanine Better than Carnosine?" section of our article about Carnosine.

Whitening Toothpaste vs. Gel

July 25, 2024
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Can toothpastes containing hydrogen peroxide whiten teeth as effectively as a whitening gel? Find out what a recent study showed in the chemical whiteners section of our article about toothpastes and other dental products, which includes our Top Pick whitening toothpaste and Top Pick whitening strip.

Lead in Cinnamon

July 25, 2024
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Another brand of cinnamon has been found to be contaminated with very high levels of lead. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Review, and see our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices (which we tested for lead as well as other toxic heavy metals and potential contaminants.)

Statin Interaction With Herb

July 25, 2024
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An herb often promoted for libido may negatively interact with some statins and other medications. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Sexual Enhancer Supplements Review.

Near Infrared Light for Cognition?

July 22, 2024
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Find out if near infrared (NIR) light therapy improved cognitive function in healthy people or those with dementia in our article about red and NIR light therapy.

Also, learn whether red light therapy is beneficial for actinic keratosis (scaly patches on the skin caused by long-term sun exposure).

Ocuvite for Macular Degeneration?

July 22, 2024
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Do Ocuvite supplements provide the same ingredients shown to slow the progression of macular degeneration? Find out in our Vision Supplements Review.

Betaine for Reflux?

July 22, 2024
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Does betaine hydrochloride reduce acid reflux (heartburn) and is it safe? Find out in our article about supplements that may help or worsen acid reflux.

Also see our tests and Top Picks among alginate supplements which may help with acid reflux.

Possible Risk With Beetroot

July 22, 2024
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Beetroot supplementation may have caused adverse reactions in two men performing underwater diving. Get the details and learn about other potential safety concerns in our article about beetroot juice and supplements.