Weight loss supplements have a lousy track record. From the deaths and heart attacks attributed to fen-phen in the early 1990s to the recently banned ephedra, pills hyped to promote weight loss have pretty much proven to be useless at best and dangerous—even deadly—at worst. But new research shows there may be one pill out … Read more
Eating healthily and having a good diet is becoming more important for people, as they realize the benefits of looking after their body and mind. Because of this, the opportunity to sell health foods and supplements is bigger than ever. You don’t need to open a store on the high street; you can begin by … Read more
From omega-3s to prenatal vitamins, supplements can provide major benefits. But a new analysis from Consumer Reports reveals many ingredients found in popular supplements could seriously compromise your health. Unlike prescription drugs and OTC medicines like ibuprofen or aspirin, “supplements are not tested for safety and efficacy by the FDA,” say Ellen Kunes, who leads … Read more