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Your supplements might not contain what's on the label. The US's leading expert shared 3 tips for buying safe products that are right for you.
Dietary supplements aren't FDA-approved like drugs. The director of the Office of Dietary Supplemen…
Kim Schewitz  Â
3 common myths about supplements that prevent people from improving their health, according to the US' top expert
Doing your homework before taking a supplement is crucial, but that doesn't mean they can't play a …
Kim Schewitz  Â
A guaranteed basic income program helped a millennial afford a crib for her newborn when her income dipped during maternity leave
Tatiana Lopez, 39, is a new mom. She's receiving a $500 monthly guaranteed basic income through Fli…
Allie Kelly  Â
These 13 states — including Florida and Texas — opted out of a $2.5 billion federal food program that would help feed low-income kids this summer
Tens of millions of children face increased hunger during the summer months without the certainty o…
Erin Snodgrass  Â
Here's where funding comes from for guaranteed basic-income programs giving money with no strings attached to low-income Americans
Basic income programs in San Antonio, Austin, Denver, and Atlanta draw funding from federal relief,…
Allie Kelly,Noah Sheidlower  Â
4 useless supplements you're likely already getting enough of through your diet, according to nutrition experts
Taking additional vitamin C and zinc will likely not prevent a cold, and Americans who take supplem…
Allana Akhtar  Â
11 popular weight loss supplements and the scientific research behind them
There are thousands of studies on the various weight loss supplements you can buy. Here we round up…
Rebecca Strong,Samantha Casse…  Â
How do vitamin B12 injections work, and who can actually benefit from them?
Doctors prescribe vitamin B12 shots for people with a B12 deficiency or those with an underlying co…
Rebecca Strong,Kailey Proctor  Â
Pepper: Spice, flavor, and wellness unveiled
Pepper, scientifically known as Piper nigrum, is one of the world's most popular and widely used sp…
A Gen Xer who barely lives above the poverty line sells plasma to cover her rent because she doesn't qualify for government assistance: 'There's a lot of praying and just hanging on.'
Lisa Kelley, 47, lives just above the poverty line but can't qualify for government assistance, so …
Allie Kelly  Â
5 science-backed benefits of zinc, including improved memory and attention
Zinc is an essential mineral that benefits brain health, the immune system, eye health, and mood.
Ashley Laderer,Samantha Casse…  Â
The most common side effects of supplementing with ashwagandha - and who should avoid this medicinal herb
Ashwagandha is an herb that may reduce anxiety and stress, but it does come with some unwanted side…
Lia Tabackman,Samantha Casset…  Â
Chris Hemsworth's 'Thor' trainer says protein shakes and creatine are a waste of time if you want to build muscle and burn fat
Protein supplements can give you an edge, but only if you've already nailed down eating well and wo…
Gabby Landsverk  Â
5 science-backed benefits of ashwagandha and how to take it
Ashwagandha is a type of herb that can improve cognitive functioning, help build muscle, and ease s…
Lia Tabackman,Samantha Casset…  Â
4 signs a diet program is a waste of money, according to a dietitian with Chris Hemsworth's fitness app
Diets to lose weight or build muscle can do more harm than good if they're overly restrictive or ba…
Gabby Landsverk  Â
What is collagen? How this supplement may strengthen skin, bones, and joints
Collagen is the main protein our bodies use to give our bones, skin, ligaments, and tendons their s…
Stacy Lu,Kailey Proctor  Â
Are you getting enough fiber? How to tell if you should be taking a fiber supplement
Fiber supplements can help ease constipation and improve satiety which may help you reach your weig…
Anika Nayak,Samantha Cassetty  Â
6 benefits of collagen supplements including younger looking skin and stronger bones
Our bodies produce less collagen as we age. Therefore, collagen supplements may improve signs of ag…
Stacy Lu,Debra Jaliman  Â
A complete guide on pre-workout - the energy-boosting supplement used by exercise enthusiasts and gym rats
Pre-workout supplements may boost your athletic performance and energy, but for the average gym-goe…
Ava English,Samantha Cassetty  Â
Why you shouldn't take vitamins and supplements past their expiration date
While the FDA doesn't require companies to list the expiration date of vitamins and supplements, th…