FDA 101: Product Recalls
What Is a Recall? A recall is an action taken by a company to correct or remove from the market an FDA regulated product that violates U.S. laws and regulations. Recalls may be initiated voluntarily by a company, or at the request of the FDA. Recalls are important because they protect the public from products […]
CDC: About Blood Cholesterol
KEY POINTS What is cholesterol? Blood cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance made by your liver. Blood cholesterol is essential for good health. Your body needs it to perform important jobs, such as making hormones and digesting fatty foods. Your body makes all the blood cholesterol it needs, which is why experts recommend that people eat […]
FDA: Safely Treating Molluscum, a Common Skin Condition
If you’re bothered by bumps on your skin, don’t try to diagnose yourself or treat your condition with products that haven’t been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Instead, visit a health care professional for a proper diagnosis and to make a treatment plan. One common condition that some people try to self-diagnose […]
CDC: Can People With Diabetes Have Dessert?
KEY POINTS The dessert dilemma You’ve heard the saying, “Life’s too short, eat dessert first.” With so many delicious options out there, it can be tempting. But living with diabetes can make indulging in your favorite sweet treat a little more complicated. If you have diabetes, too many carbohydrates (carbs), found in sugary and starchy […]
FDA: Do Not Use – Black Salve is Dangerous and Called by Many Names
You may have seen websites selling certain salves or creams (commonly known as “black salve”) claiming to treat or cure cancer, boils, moles and skin tags (benign, or non-cancerous, growths of the skin). These claims are false. Salve products containing corrosive ingredients, including black salve, are dangerous and are not approved by the U.S. Food […]
CDC: Eating Out
WHAT TO KNOW If you’re like three in five Americans, you eat dinner out at least once a week. And as you’ve probably noticed, restaurant portions have gotten a lot bigger. Without a plan in place, that can be a recipe for overeating. Try these tips for making healthier choices. Plan ahead Decide what you’re going to […]
FDA: ADVANCE KING may be harmful due to hidden drug ingredient
The Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to purchase or use ADVANCE KING, a product promoted and sold for joint pain on various websites, including www.naturistastore.com, and possibly in some retail stores. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that ADVANCE KING contains dexamethasone, diclofenac, and methocarbamol not listed on the product label. Although dexamethasone, diclofenac, […]
CDC: Carb Counting
WHAT TO KNOW Many people with diabetes count carbohydrates, or carbs, to make managing blood sugar easier. If you take mealtime insulin, you’ll count carbs to match your insulin dose to the carbs in your foods and drinks. What are the different kinds of carbs? There are 3 types of carbs. Sugars include the natural sugar […]
FDA: Products Claiming to “Cure” Cancer Are a Cruel Deception
Beware of products claiming to cure cancer on websites or social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram. According to Nicole Kornspan, M.P.H., a consumer safety officer at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), they’re rampant these days. “Anyone who suffers from cancer, or knows someone who does, understands the fear and desperation that […]
CDC: 3 Ways to Help Manage Your Child’s Type 1 Diabetes
WHAT TO KNOW Life changes in many ways when your child is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It can all seem overwhelming at first, but it will get easier with time and knowledge. Try these approaches to help make daily diabetes care more manageable from day 1. 1. Learn everything you can Treatment options, blood sugar highs […]