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Caution With Apple Cider Vinegar

July 29, 2025
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Although rare, liver injury has been reported with consumption of apple cider vinegar. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Apple Cider Vinegar Review, which includes our Top Picks for apple cider vinegar.

Metals in Plant-Based Protein

July 29, 2025
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Plant-based protein powders tend to contain higher amounts of lead and cadmium than whey-based products, according to a recent study. However, they may also contain significant amounts of essential minerals. Get the details in our Protein Powders, Shakes and Meal Replacements Review, which includes our Top Picks among protein supplements.

When Magnesium Labels Mislead

July 29, 2025
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Two popular magnesium supplements were NOT Approved in our Magnesium Review as we suspected the presence of the cheaper "oxide" form of magnesium instead of the claimed "glycinate" or "aspartate" forms. One of the companies recently admitted this. For details, see the Update. Also see our Top Picks among magnesium supplements.

Does This Toothpaste Really Remineralize?

July 29, 2025
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The claim that a hydroxyapaptite toothpaste “remineralizes” teeth has been challenged. Find out what a review board concluded in the enamel section of our article about toothpaste, which includes our Top Picks among toothpastes.

Arthritis Supplements Caution

July 25, 2025
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Some "natural" arthritis pain supplements actually contain a prescription medication linked with serious side effects. Get the details, including the names of products containing the ingredient, in our article about supplements for arthritis.

Ginger for Joint Pain?

July 25, 2025
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Does taking ginger extract reduce joint pain or stiffness? See what a recent study found in the Osteoarthritis section of our Ginger Supplements Review, which includes our Top Pick for ginger supplements, chews and spices.

Spermidine for Gray Hair?

July 25, 2025
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Does taking spermidine slow or reverse graying hair? Find out what research suggests in our article: Can any supplements reverse gray hair?

Also see our article about supplements for hair growth.

Sunscreens We Prefer

July 25, 2025
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Find out which two of the following three brands of sunscreen have products that made our list of more than 20 preferred sunscreens and which did not:

Lead in Toothpaste

July 25, 2025
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A remineralizing toothpaste with hydroxyapatite was recently reported to contain an amount of lead several times the "Action Level." Should you be concerned? Get our take on this in the toothpastes for restoring enamel section of our article on dental products, which includes our Top Picks among toothpastes.

Lactoferrin for Dry Eye?

July 22, 2025
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Lactoferrin is a natural component of tears, but can taking lactoferrin as a supplement relieve symptoms of dry eye? Find out in our article about the health benefits of lactoferrin. Also learn about other supplements, eye drops, and lifestyle modifications for dry eye.