Supplements for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
From NIH/National Eye Institute The Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2) established that dietary supplements can slow progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the [...]
Dietary Supplements and Increased Risk of Severe Medical Events in Young Adults
Node Smith, ND Consumption of dietary supplements sold for weight loss, muscle building, and energy was associated with increased risk for severe medical events in children and young adults [...]
US Cannabis Regulation: What It Means for Naturopathic Doctors
Docere Shaon Hines, ND Much confusion exists regarding Cannabis, marijuana, and hemp. A better understanding of the terminology will help you to understand the legality. The terms “Cannabis” and [...]
Pharmaceuticals Found in Many Over-the-Counter Dietary Supplements
Node Smith, ND It is estimated that more than half of the adult population of the United States uses dietary supplements. This includes vitamins and mineral supplements, isolated plant [...]
Regulation & Quality Control Challenges in the Dietary Supplement Industry
Naturopathic Perspective Michael Traub, ND, DHANP, FABNO Despite the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s June 2007 publication of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for dietary supplements1 [...]
Probiotics Could Help Prevent Osteoporosis in Elderly Women
Node Smith, ND A recent study revealed for the first time that probiotics can have a positive effect on bone health. The research, conducted at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden has [...]
