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Hidden Corticosteroids Found in Skin Creams

October 12, 2026
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Six over-the-counter skin creams were recently discovered to contain a highly potent dose of a prescription corticosteroid that should not be applied to the face. Get the details in our article about supplements for eczema.

How to Reduce Microplastics in Your Tea

October 12, 2026
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Plastic tea bags can release microplastics into your tea, but a new study showed a quick thing you can do to reduce the plastic by more than 75%. Find out in our Green Tea Review, which includes our Top Picks for green tea in bags, loose tea, matcha, bottled tea, and supplements.

Two Vision Supplements Approved

October 08, 2026
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Two lutein-containing supplements for vision were recently tested and APPROVED for quality in our Vision Supplements Review: GNC Eye Health Formula and MacuHealth (which includes meso-zeaxanthin). GNC was tested through our voluntary Quality Certification Program.

Cadmium Found in Popular Bread

October 08, 2026
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“Concerning” levels of cadmium were reported in a popular sprouted grain bread we recently tested. But how concerned should you be? Find out in our Low-Carb and Keto Breads and Bagels Review, which includes our Top Picks for low-carb breads and bagels.

Red Yeast Rice Seller Explains Dip in Strength

October 05, 2026
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After our report of a 60% drop in the strength of a popular red yeast rice supplement, the distributor acknowledged the problem, its plan going forward, and the lot numbers consumers should look for. See the Update in our Red Yeast Rice Supplements Review.

Does Sugar Really Increase UTIs?

October 05, 2026
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Find out if eating less sugar lowers the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in our article about UTIs, which also discusses supplements for UTIs.

Could Your Toothpaste Be Causing Mouth Blisters?

October 05, 2026
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A common ingredient in toothpastes for sensitivity may actually cause blistering for some people, according to a new study. Get the details about this and other ingredients that can irritate the mouth in our article about toothpaste, which features our Top Picks for deep stains, cavity prevention, sensitivity, remineralization, bleeding gums, dry mouth, and bad breath.

Shakeology Protein Powders Tested & Approved

September 28, 2026
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We tested four Shakeology protein powders in our Quality Certification Program, and all earned our Approval. See how these and 29 other products performed in our Protein Powders and Shakes Review + see our Top Picks for protein powders and shakes.

Check Your Cholesterol Supplement Lot

September 24, 2026
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Our tests found that the dose of cholesterol-lowering compounds in a popular supplement dropped 60% in less than a year. Check the lot-identification details in our Red Yeast Rice Supplements Review to see whether you have an older or newer lot.

Cadmium in Cocoa: What the Label May Not Tell You

September 24, 2026
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A cacao powder we found high in cadmium appears to acknowledge the issue — while possibly sidestepping a warning label. Get the details in the Update in the Cocoa Powders and Dark Chocolates Review, which includes our Top Picks for cocoa and dark chocolate.