FDA: Mixing Medications and Dietary Supplements Can Endanger Your Health
Dietary supplements may contain ingredients that can have strong effects in the body. Talk with a health care professional before taking supplements. When you take prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications, do you also take a vitamin, mineral, or other dietary supplement? Have you considered whether there is any danger in mixing medications and dietary supplements? […]
FDA: Apetamin, An Illegally Imported Weight Gain
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reviewed several incidents of serious adverse events associated with the use of Apetamin, which is being marketed illegally for weight gain and figure augmentation. Apetamin is not an FDA-approved product. It is manufactured overseas and illegally imported into the U.S. Although the FDA restricted importation of Apetamin, the product […]
FDA: 6 Tip-offs to Rip-offs: Don’t Fall for Health Fraud Scams
A health product is fraudulent if it is promoted to treat a disease or condition, but not scientifically proven safe and effective for that purpose. Bogus product! Danger! Health fraud alert! You’ll never see these warnings on health products, but that’s what you ought to be thinking when you see claims like “miracle cure,” “guaranteed […]
FDA: Laser Toys: How to Keep Kids Safe
When not used properly, laser toys and laser pointers can damage a person’s eyes. The FDA has tips to keep you and those around you safe. Many kids (and parents) who have seen Luke Skywalker battle Darth Vader with a light saber think lasers are cool. What they may not know is this: When operated […]
FDA: Fragrances in Cosmetics
Many products we use every day contain fragrances. Some of these products are regulated as cosmetics by FDA. Some belong to other product categories and are regulated differently, depending on how the product is intended to be used. Here is information about fragrances that people often ask about: How to Know If a Fragrance Product […]
CDC: Prediabetes – Your Chance to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
KEY POINTS What is prediabetes? With prediabetes, blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Prediabetes is a serious health condition that increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. The good news? If you have prediabetes, the CDC-led National Diabetes Prevention Program lifestyle change […]
FDA: Biosimilar and Interchangeable Biologics
Biosimilars are a type of biologic medication that are safe and effective for treating many illnesses. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved biosimilar medications to treat conditions such as chronic skin and bowel diseases, arthritis, kidney conditions, macular degeneration, and some cancers. But what are biosimilar and interchangeable biologic medications? To answer that […]
CDC: 6 Tips for Eating Healthy on a Budget
AT A GLANCE Eating healthy when money is tight can be challenging, especially if you’re living with a costly condition like diabetes. These tips can help. Good nutrition is key A diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins is important for good health, especially if you have diabetes. Healthy eating is key to […]
CDC: Fiber – The Carb That Helps You Manage Diabetes
KEY POINTS Health benefits of fiber We all need fiber to keep our internal plumbing humming like a fine-tuned engine. But most US adults only get about half the fiber they need each day. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. It helps you avoid constipation, but […]
FDA: Is It Really ‘FDA Approved’?
“FDA approved!” Maybe you saw those words on a company’s website or in a commercial promoting a product or treatment. Some marketers may say their products are “FDA approved.” But how can you know for sure what the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved? The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by regulating […]