FDA cautions public on food, dietary supplement ads

By Sheila Crisostomo | October 27, 2013 - 12:00am

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday asked the public not to be lured by advertisements on television about food and dietary supplements that are based only on testimonies.

Probing the cancer therapeutic claims of dietary supplements

October 24, 2013 - 12:00am

Studies show a steady increase in cancer incidence around the world. The top sites for women include breast, cervix, uteri, and lung, while top sites for men include lung, liver, colon/rectum, and prostate.

Science and Environment

A one-stop shop for all health needs

September 3, 2013 - 12:00am

GNC is the world’s largest retailer and leading provider of products and services in the self-care and personal enhancement market.

Health And Family

FDA issues warning on chili-laced food supplements

By Mayen Jaymalin | July 22, 2013 - 12:00am

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday cautioned the public against consumption of food and dietary supplements with supposed therapeutic qualities.

‘Myths’ at ‘Facts’ sa constipation (3)

November 11, 2012 - 12:00am

Fact: Maaaring magdulot ng constipation ang isinasagawang medikasyon

FDA warns vs food, diet supplements anew

By Sheila Crisostomo | November 4, 2012 - 12:00am

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday reiterated its warning to the public that food and dietary supplements do not have therapeutic effects.

More regulation of supplements is needed

By YOUR DOSE OF MEDICINE | By Charles C. Chante MD | August 12, 2012 - 12:00am

This “large, well-designed, and well-conducted” trial adds to the existing evidence that certain supplements can be harmful, and the findings concur with those of other recent observational studies.

Vitamin supplements: Hype, hope or harm?

By Tyrone M. Reyes M.D. | August 7, 2012 - 12:00am

Consumer enthusiasm for supplements is overwhelming, with sales of all supplements, especially vitamins, enjoying a rapid, robust increase in the last 15-20 years, especially in developed countries.

Health And Family

Some herbal supplements may not be mixed with heart meds

July 18, 2012 - 9:11am

Taking certain herbal supplements along with your heart medications can be dangerous to your health.

Enchong Dee goes for clean, healthy living with Nutrilite

February 21, 2012 - 12:00am

What makes ABS-CBN Magic artist and ace swimmer Enchong Dee shine?

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