Madely Health Headlines Commentary for February 2, 2010

 

 Study reviews the drug interactions between cardiac medications and herbal products: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Source:

Hidden Dangers of Herbal Meds Reviewed

Reference:

Use of Herbal Products and Potential Interactions in Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases

Comment:

There is excellent web site that reviews the scientific evidence for the efficacy of herbal remedies from an independent assessment perspective. It also evaluates the quality and ingredients of many products in stores with respect to labelling accuracy and ingredient composition. The web site is consumerlab.com.

Madely Health Headlines Commentary for January 25, 2010

 

 Safety Considerations and Potential Interactions of Vitamins: Should Vitamins Be Considered Drugs?: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Source:

Many parents unaware of the risks of vitamins

Reference:

Safety Considerations and Potential Interactions of Vitamins: Should Vitamins Be Considered Drugs?

Madely Health Headlines Commentary for December 30, 2009

 

 No evidence that Ginkgo Biloba prevents or slows cognitive decline: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Source:

Ginkgo Biloba Doesn’t Slow Mental Decline

Reference:

Ginkgo biloba for Preventing Cognitive Decline in Older Adults