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CL Answers (11)

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Which supplements can help lower cholesterol and keep my heart healthy? Are there any to avoid?

Information about heart health supplements & vitamins that help with cholesterol, including sterol esters, CoQ10, and vitamin D, and which may be bad for the heart, like calcium.

Which foods are a good source of B vitamins?

Find out which foods are a good source of B vitamins (like folate and B-12) and when you should take Vitamin B supplements.

Good Sources of B Vitamins -- selection of healthy foods including eggs, rice, nuts, seeds, salmon, chicken

Which supplements can help lower my triglycerides?

Find out whether fish oil supplements, or plant-based oil supplements, such as flaxseed oil and echium oil are best for lowering triglyceride levels. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.

Supplements to Lower Triglyceride Levels -- fish oil capsules and stethoscope

Which supplements reduce the risk of stroke? Which increase the risk of stroke?

Find out which supplements (may help reduce the risk of stroke/might increase the risk of stroke.)

How do I find the best quality olive oil and what are the health benefits?

Health Benefits of olive oil, including heart benefits, anti-inflammatory effects. Plus, how to choose a quality olive oil and cook with olive oil

Health Benefits of Olive Oil -- Pouring Olive Oil Into a Bowl

Are red yeast rice supplements legally permitted to contain statins, like lovastatin, since these are drugs?

Learn more about red yeast rice supplements and the varying amounts of lovastatin they contain.

My doctor warned me that red yeast rice can cause liver damage - is that true?

Can red yeast rice cause liver damage? More information on its effects, including possible danger to the liver and kidneys.

Is echium oil a good alternative to fish oil? I am allergic to fish.

Echium oil as an alternative to fish oil. Learn more for those with fish allergies, including information on omega-3 fatty acids.

What is serrapeptase and does it work?

Serrapeptase is a proteolytic enzyme. Learn more about it's effectiveness including evidence from clinical studies on pain and inflammation.

When taking a statin drug like Lipitor or Crestor, are there supplements I should avoid or take?

Learn about the interactions between certain supplements and atorvastatin (Lipitor), rosuvastatin (Crestor), and other cholesterol-lowering statins.

Statin Interactions With Supplements -- close-up of statin medication box and tablets

What are the health benefits of avocado oil? Is it healthier than olive oil? Which avocado oils are best?

Learn about the health benefits of avocado oil and how it compares to olive oil, evidence for heart health, osteoarthritis and other uses. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.

Health benefits of avocado oil - bottle of avocado oil
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Recalls & Warnings (58)

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11/06/2014

Seller of Prostate, Heart Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
8/02/2014

Judge Orders BioAnue To Stop Illegal Cancer and Disease Claims
8/09/2007

FDA Warning on Red Yeast Rice Products
11/06/2014

Seller of Cholesterol, Arthritis Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
5/17/2012

FDA Warns of Drug Ingredients in Three Sexual Enhancement Supplements
4/21/2012

FDA Finds Prescription Drug Analog in 3 Enhancement Supplements
4/03/2012

"France T253" Enhancement Supplement Contains Hidden Drug
9/13/2010

Supplement for "Increasing Desire" Recalled for Containing Drug
7/20/2010

Recall of ED Supplement Containing Drug
4/08/2010

Capsule for Men Spiked with Erectile Drug
7/23/2009

Six Male Enhancement Supplements Found Adulterated
11/03/2004

FDA Warns of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Prescription Drug
2/02/2021

FDA Warns Seller of Reishi Mushroom Supplements
2/09/2021

FDA Warns Seller of Vitamin D and More for COVID-19 Claims
7/30/2008

Recall of Viapro Capsules Due to Potentially Harmful Ingredient
4/07/2010

Nationwide Recall of Masxtreme Capsules Containing Drugs with Cardiovascular Side Effects
12/14/2009

Nationwide Recall of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Drug-like Compound
9/12/2010

Mr. Magic Male Enhancer Recalled

8/13/2010

Recall of Male Enhancement Supplement Sold in National Stores
2/24/2011

Recall of Counterfeit Extenze Tablets Containing Drugs
1/01/2011

Recall of Two Supplements Spiked with Erectile Dysfunction Drug
4/29/2014

Seller of B Vitamins, CoQ10, Amino Acids and Other Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
1/16/2014

Seller of Tea Supplements and Drinks Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
11/26/2012

Court Injunction Halts Sale of Cholesterol, CoQ10, Progesterone, Prostate Supplements and More
11/21/2012

Maker of Blood Pressure, Probiotic, Resveratrol and Hormonal Supplements Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
3/20/2007

Recall of Adulterated Sexual Enhancement Supplement
6/23/2003

FDA Warns Consumers Against Taking 6 Sexual Enhancement Supplements
5/29/2008

Recall of Virility Supplement
3/04/2008

Two Supplements Recalled for Containing Viagra-like Compounds
11/26/2007

Encore Tabs Recalled -- Contain Prescription Drug
3/08/2012

Rx Drugs Found in Weight Loss and Enhancement Supplements

3/02/2012

Recall of Enhancement Supplement for Men -- Contains Drug
2/16/2012

Recall of Enhancement Supplement for Women -- Contains Drug
2/07/2012

Drug-Laced Supplements and Drink Mixes Recalled

7/19/2011

Recall of Enhancement Supplement for Men - Contains Drug Compounds
12/21/2019

Supplement Company Continues to Make False Claims About Its Products, Says FTC
5/15/2018

Seller of Apple Cider Vinegar, Joint Supplements & More Warned for Drug Claims
2/10/2018

Warning to D-Limonene, Vitamin C Seller
8/01/2017

"Man of Steel" Sexual Enhancement Supplements Recalled

7/18/2017

Seller of "Super Strength Prostate Formula," Acai Berry Supplements & More Warned for Drug Claims
7/11/2017

FDA Warns Dr. Carolyn Dean of Drug Claims Made for Magnesium, Calcium & Other Mineral Supplements
6/21/2011

FDA Seizes Probiotics Over Marketing Claims
11/25/2007

Recall of Men's "Sexual Energy" Supplement Expanded to Include "Energy Max" Product
12/30/2007

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Several "Shangai" Sexual Enhancement Supplements
3/25/2008

FDA Warns of Sexual Supplements with Drug-like Ingredients
5/10/2007

FDA Warns of Two Supplements Containing Pharmaceutical-like Compounds
4/19/2007

Recall of Another Sex Enhancement Supplement

8/30/2012

FDA Warns of Medical Claims Made For Numerous Chinese Herbal Products
6/07/2013

Seller of Red Rice Yeast With CoQ10, Respiratory Supplement And More Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
7/29/2008

Recall of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Drug

7/28/2008

Seizure of Xiadafil VIP Tablets After Company Refuses Recall
6/15/2009

Sexual Enhancement Supplement Recalled -- Second Time Found with Drug-like Compound
10/06/2020

FDA Warns Seller of Red Yeast Rice, Vitamin D, Blood Pressure Supplements, and More
10/10/2003

Government Stops Sale of Supplements Claiming to Treat Obesity and Impotence

6/25/2014

Red Yeast Rice Product Recalled
7/13/2006

FDA Warns About Sexual Enhancement Supplements with Dangerous Ingredients
6/15/2003

FTC Alleges "Heartbar" Made Deceptive Claims About Effectiveness
5/28/2008

FDA Requests Recall of Xiadafil VIP Supplements
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Clinical Updates (5)

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Caution with Calcium for Women with High Cholesterol
A study in which women with high cholesterol  were given a daily calcium supplement showed a negative effect in those who were post-menopausal.  Get the details, including the calcium dosage used, in the updated Calcium Supplements Review>>

Taking Fish Oil with Sterols
A new study found that adding EPA and DHA from fish oil to a spread containing plant sterols is not a problem and may provide additional benefit for those with high cholesterol levels. For more information, including dosage amounts, see the update in the Review of Cholesterol-Lowerers >> 

Adding Vitamin D to Statin Treatment
A recent study among people taking statin medication for high cholesterol showed significant improvements in cholesterol levels when daily vitamin D was added as treatment. Improvements were greatest among those who began with lower blood levels of vitamin D. More details, along with our reviews of products similar to the one used in this study, are found in the Vitamin D Supplements Review >>

Eye Risk With High-Dose Niacin
Very high doses of niacin are sometimes used to lower high cholesterol, but there are risks -- including damage to the eye, as shown in a recent case. Get the details in the Niacin section of the B Vitamin Supplements Review.

Omega-7s to Lower Cholesterol?
Can taking sea buckthorn, a source of omega-7 fatty acids, lower cholesterol in people with high cholesterol levels? Find out what a recent study found in the Omega-7 Fatty Acids section of our Fish Oil Review. Also, see our Top Picks among fish oil supplements.
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