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Do any supplements help with pancreatitis? Do any cause pancreatitis?
Find out if supplements including digestive enzymes, antioxidants, or medium-chain triglycerides are beneficial for chronic pancreatitis, and learn which supplements might worsen symptoms.
Clinical Update
9/29/2023
Supplements for Pancreatitis?
Can digestive enzyme supplements work as well as prescription enzymes for chronic pancreatitis, and can any other supplements help? Find out, plus, learn if any supplements can cause pancreatitis, in our new article about supplements and pancreatitis.
Product Review
L-Arginine Supplements Review
Choose the Best L-Arginine Supplement. Find Out Which L-Arginine Supplement Passed CL's Tests.
Product Review
Apple Cider Vinegar Review — Bottled Liquids and Supplements
Find the Best Apple Cider Vinegar and Avoid Fakes.
Clinical Update
5/01/2018
Can L-Arginine Cause Pancreatitis?
Although uncommon, there have been reports of acute pancreatitis occurring in conjunction with L-arginine use. Get the details and learn about other possible side effects of arginine in the Concerns and Cautions section of the L-arginine Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
10/24/2019
Caution With Elderberry
Although rare, a case of acute pancreatitis was reported after the use of a popular elderberry extract supplement. Get the details in our updated answer to the question: Do any supplements help prevent or treat a cold?
Clinical Update
5/06/2017
Trouble Reported With Saw Palmetto
A 64 year-old man developed pancreatitis and heart block (dangerously slow heart rate) after supplementing with saw palmetto, according to a recent report. For details, see the "Cautions and Concerns" section of the Prostate Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
12/06/2022
Digestive Enzymes – Prescription vs. Supplements
A CL member with chronic pancreatitis asked about alternatives to costly prescription enzymes. See our Digestive Enzyme Supplements Review for information about prescription enzymes as well as supplements similar to prescription products.
Clinical Update
9/13/2024
Possible Caution With Apple Cider Vinegar
Acute pancreatitis was recently reported after regular use of an apple cider vinegar supplement. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Apple Cider Vinegar Review, which includes our tests of apple cider vinegar products and our Top Picks among them.
Clinical Update
4/27/2026
Caution With Blood Sugar Supplement
A woman developed pancreatitis shortly after taking a “blood sugar support” supplement containing chromium picolinate. Get the details in our Chromium Supplements Review + our Top Picks for chromium picolinate.
CL Answer
Do any supplements help for flu?
Which supplements may help prevent or reduce symptoms of colds or the flu, including vitamin D, ginseng, NAC, and elderberry.
Product Review
Chromium Supplements Review
Chromium Supplements Review. Best Chromium Supplements Identified -- By Strength.
Product Review
Elderberry Supplements Review
Find the Best Elderberry Supplement. Tests and Reviews of Popular Elderberry Supplements & CL's Top Picks.
CL Answer
Lovaza, a prescription omega-3 fish oil, is very expensive. Can I get the same omega-3 oils from a supplement that costs less?
Lovaza fish oil (prescription) vs. over the counter fish oil supplements. Understand the differences in cost and benefits before you buy.
CL Answer
Do any supplements help prevent or treat a cold?
Are there supplements that can help prevent or treat cold symptoms? Learn more about zinc, probiotics, vitamin C and more.
