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1/10/2023

More Vitamin D in Cereals

Be aware that more vitamin D can now be added to breakfast cereals and nutrition bars based on a recent FDA ruling. Get the details in the What to Consider When Buying section of our Vitamin D Supplements Review.

10/17/2023

Avoiding Counterfeits: 5 Brands Added

We've added information about how to purchase authentic products from Ancient Nutrition, Double Wood, KAL, Kyolic, and Twinlab to our article How to Avoid Buying Counterfeit Vitamins and Supplements, which now covers 27 brands.

11/03/2023

Avoiding Counterfeits: 5 Brands Added

We've added information about Bluebonnet Nutrition, Culturelle, GNC, New Chapter, and One A Day to our article Where to Safely Buy Real Vitamins and Supplements. The article now covers 44 brands.

3/27/2025

Nutrition Product Fixes Label

In response to our report that 8 of 9 nutritional yeasts incorrectly listed their nutritional content, one company is now fixing its label. For details, see the Update to our Nutritional Yeast Review, which includes our Top Pick among nutritional yeasts.

11/01/2024

COVID and Flu Home Tests Compared

There are now 38 different COVID-19 home antigen tests (7 that also test for flu), but we found big differences in how well they detect COVID (ranging from 59.7% to 96.6% sensitivity) and avoid false negatives. See our comparison chart and learn our Top Picks for testing for COVID and COVID/Flu.

Also, every U.S. household is now eligible to get 4 at-home COVID-19 tests. Find out how (unfortunately, you can’t choose the brand).

3/31/2022

Questions About Second Booster

Now that a second booster is available for those 50 and over, see our answers to these important questions:

Should you get a second booster now or should you wait?

Should you choose Pfizer or Moderna for the second booster?

11/01/2022

Protein & Nutrition Bars -- Watch Out for Weight Gain

Protein and nutrition bars can be a convenient way to get protein, fiber, and other nutrients, but they can lead to weight gain according to a recent study. The details are in our Protein and Nutrition Bars Review.

8/12/2025

Nutrition Bars and Weight Concern

Be aware that nutrition bars are often ultraprocessed foods that may not only contribute to weight gain but also interfere with losing weight, according to a recent study. For details, see our Nutrition Bar Review, which includes our Top Picks for protein and energy as well as among nut bars.

6/12/2025

Nutrition Bar Contamination

A separate research group recently tested popular snack and nutrition bars for contaminants. Learn which types of bars were most likely to be contaminated with lead, and whether BPA, phthalates, or glyphosate was found in the bars, in the Quality Concerns section of our Nutrition Bars & Cookies Review, which includes our Top Picks among bars.

3/31/2023

Olive Oil Review Expanded: Many Do Not Make the Grade

We tested three new olive oils based on reader requests, and the results are in! Our new tests included two olive oils that claim to be high in polyphenols, and the results were surprising:

-- One olive oil was rated so poorly by our professional taster it was considered to be "lampante" -- i.e., not fit for human consumption.

-- The other high-polyphenol oil delivered a good amount of polyphenols, rated well for taste, and is now our new Top Pick for a very high-polyphenol olive oil.

We also tested California Olive Ranch Global Blend but were somewhat disappointed.

See the results now for 13 popular olive oils in our updated Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review.

4/19/2024

How to Avoid Counterfeit Supplements: Deva Nutrition

We've added information about how to safely purchase Deva Nutrition products. Get the details for Deva, and 62 other popular supplement brands, in our article: Where to Safely Buy Real Vitamins and Supplements.

6/30/2023

Protein Powder vs. Bar

Is protein better absorbed from a drink made from protein powder or a protein bar? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Nutrition Bars Review.

Also see our Top Picks among protein powders and drinks and Top Picks among nutrition bars.

8/14/2021

J&J Vaccine and the Delta Variant

Did the J&J vaccine protect against severe Delta infection in the latest study? Find out now.

8/14/2021

COVID Vaccination During Pregnancy

Vaccination is now recommended during pregnancy. Get the latest details in our article about COVID Vaccines.

9/14/2021

Vaccines Compared: Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J

See which vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J) now appears to provide greatest protection against COVID-19-related hospitalization.

12/14/2021

Boosters for Adolescents

Some adolescents can now get a booster. Get the details.

10/02/2021

COVID Vaccine for Women Who Are Pregnant

Learn why vaccination is now recommended for women who are pregnant or who can become pregnant.

2/01/2022

Reinfection From Omicron

Be aware that if you had COVID-19 before Omicron, you’re a lot more likely to get reinfected now.

5/20/2022

At-Home Tests

You can now order 8 more COVID-19 antigen tests from the government. Get the details.

5/21/2024

How to Avoid Counterfeit Supplements

We’ve now collected information about how to safely purchase supplements online for 65 popular brands.

7/02/2024

How to Avoid Counterfeit Supplements

We now have information about how to safely purchase supplements -- and avoid counterfeits -- for 65 popular brands. See our article: Where to Safely Buy Real Vitamins and Supplements.

3/08/2024

Newly Approved Bone Health Supplement

We recently tested NuBest Tall 10+, a bone health supplement that contains calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K. It was Approved for Quality and is now in our Calcium and Bone Health Supplements Review.

The product was tested and Approved through ConsumerLab's Quality Certification Program.

3/12/2024

Low-Acid Coffee for Reflux?

Are “low-acid” coffees easier on the stomach or less likely to cause reflux than regular coffee? Find out now in our article about coffee.

Also find out how coffee affects:

• Heart attack risk
• Cholesterol levels
• Blood pressure
• Atrial fibrillation
• Dementia risk
• Cancer risk

2/21/2024

Forever Chemicals in Tea?

A recently published study found an association between intake of "unsweetened" tea and higher blood levels of PFAS ("forever chemicals"). Should you be concerned? See the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Green Tea Review, which includes our recent Top Picks among products.

Also find out if "plant-based" plastic tea bags may be less likely to release microplastics than regular plastic or nylon tea bags.

A new video explaining how to choose the best green tea is also now available.

1/05/2024

Probiotics in Hot Tea?

Some teas now include probiotics, but are probiotics likely to remain viable if steeped in hot water? Find out in the What to Consider When Using section of our Probiotic Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among probiotic supplements.

2/09/2024

Red Yeast Rice

Be aware that some red yeast rice products in the U.S. are higher strength than what’s now permitted in Europe. For details, see our Red Yeast Rice Supplements Review, which includes our Top Pick.

9/26/2023

COVID Tests

Each U.S. household can now order a set of four at-home COVID tests from the government. Get the details in our article about the best COVID tests.

10/06/2023

More Counterfeit Supplements Sold on Amazon

Counterfeit versions of supplements from Pure Encapsulations and Nature’s MD were recently sold on Amazon. Learn how to avoid counterfeits online, with specific information for 17 popular supplement brands (which now includes Jarrow, Natrol, and OmegaBrite).

10/13/2023

Just Added: CocoaVia, Designs for Health, Florastor, Walgreens, & More

We've added information for five more brands to our article about How to Avoid Buying Counterfeit Vitamins and Supplements. The list now covers 22 brands and continues to grow.

10/27/2023

Information to Avoid Counterfeits Added for 7 Brands

We've added information about how to safely purchase products from Bragg, Centrum, Gaia Herbs, Host Defense, Nutricost, Vital Proteins, and Vitamin Shoppe to our article about Where to Safely Buy Real Vitamins and Supplements. The list now covers 39 brands.

10/20/2023

Doctor's Best, Nature's Way, Nordic Naturals, Solaray and Vitacost

We've added information about how to purchase authentic products from each of these brands to our article How to Avoid Buying Counterfeit Vitamins and Supplements, which now covers 32 brands.

9/12/2023

Avoiding Counterfeits

We've added information from two major supplements brands, Carlson and NOW, about how they sell online and on Amazon. It's all in our article about How to Avoid Buying Counterfeit Vitamins and Supplements.

8/04/2023

Fruits & Veggies in a Capsule?

We said it was too good to be true, and now the distributor of a fruits & veggies supplement will pay over $1 million to settle a false advertising lawsuit. Get the details and our reviews of products sold by Balance of Nature, Juice Plus, Dr. Berg’s, and Nutrilite.

Also see our Top Picks among other greens supplements, including mixed greens powders, chlorella, and spirulina products.

5/26/2023

Centrum Silver for Memory?

A study now in the news reported improved memory with Centrum Silver. Get our take on the study in the What It Does section of our Multivitamins Review, which includes our Top Picks among multivitamins.

7/18/2023

Filtering Out Forever Chemicals

PFAS, or “forever chemicals” are now in many water supplies and can have adverse health effects. Recent tests show how effective water filter pitchers are in filtering them out. See the results and our suggested Top Pick among them in our Water Filter Pitchers Review.

5/19/2023

Ka'Chava Superfood

We just tested Ka'Chava Superfood, a popular protein powder that also contains vitamins and minerals. See the results now in our Protein Powders and Shakes Review. Also see our Top Picks among protein supplements.

3/24/2023

Cadmium Found in More Flaxseed Products

Due to high levels of cadmium, a toxic heavy metal, found in tests of flaxseed products reported in January, we purchased and tested seven additional products.

Four products could not be fully approved, due to cadmium contamination -- two of which also had incorrect nutritional facts.

However, three products were fully approved and have become Top Picks, including a whole flaxseed, ground flaxseed, and as a flaxseed cracker.

See the results now in our expanded Whole, Ground, Milled, and Cracker Flaxseed Review.

4/28/2023

Canned Fish Prices

We just updated the prices of products we've tested and found that prices of some (such as light tuna) are lower now. See the latest prices and our Top Picks for canned tuna, salmon, and sardines.

11/22/2022

Maqui Berry for Dry Eye?

Can supplementing with maqui berry extract (in products from LifeExtension, NOW, Swanson, and other brands) improve symptoms of dry eye? Find out what research suggests in our updated CL Answer about supplements for dry eye.

12/16/2022

Get More Home Tests

The U.S. government is now mailing addition rapid, home antigen tests at no cost. You can order them here. Learn more about antigen tests and see our Top Picks.

1/10/2023

Sesame as Allergen

If you are allergic to sesame, here's some good news: The presence of sesame in a product must now be listed on labels as a food allergen. However, be aware that sesame may not be listed on products already on store shelves. We've added details about this to our answer to the question: What are "hypoallergenic" supplements? How can I find hypoallergenic supplements on ConsumerLab.com?

5/20/2022

Pfizer Booster for Children

A Pfizer vaccine booster for children is now authorized by the FDA. Get the details in our updated article about COVID-19 Vaccines.

6/10/2022

Top Pick for Boswellia (Anti-Inflammatory)

We just tested two Boswellia extract supplements (containing the anti-inflammatory compound AKBA). One failed testing but the other passed and is now our Top Pick for Boswellia. The results are in our Joint Health Supplements Review, which include our tests of supplements with glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM and other ingredients.

3/31/2022

How to Get COVID Treatment Quickly

Antivirals work against COVID if given early. Some pharmacies can now give you antiviral medication without a prescription from your doctor if you test positive, saving valuable time. Learn how and find the location nearest you.

3/01/2022

Check Your Area’s COVID Risk

You can now check if your area in the U.S. is at High, Medium, or Low risk for COVID and the CDC's mask recommendations for your area. Check your community's COVID-19 level.

3/04/2022

Whey Protein From a Lab

Laboratory-produced whey protein is now hitting the market. How does it differ from milk-based whey protein? Find out in the ConsumerTips section of our Protein Supplements Review. Also, see our Top Picks among protein powders, shakes and drinks.

2/25/2022

Delaying Second Vaccine Shots

Some people may now consider delaying the second shot of Pfizer or Moderna until 8 weeks after their first shot. But not everyone should wait to get the second shot. Get the details.

10/14/2022

Side Effect of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil

A case of severe fluid buildup was recently reported in a woman taking low-dose minoxidil. Get the details, and learn what some doctors now recommend when starting low-dose oral minoxidil treatment in our article about hair treatments.

10/14/2022

Updated Booster for Younger Kids

The updated COVID-19 boosters are now authorized for younger age groups. Get the details in our article about COVID-19 vaccines.

10/21/2022

Novavax Booster

The FDA and CDC now allow the Novavax vaccine, which is protein-based rather than mRNA-based, as a booster. Find out who's eligible to get this booster in the Protein-based vaccine section of our article about COVID vaccines.

9/02/2022

Omicron-Targeting Boosters

The FDA has now authorized updated Pfizer and Moderna boosters. Find out who is eligible to get these shots and when, and learn who can still get the original boosters, in our updated CL Answer about COVID-19 vaccines.

6/28/2022

COVID-19 Tests for Sight Impaired

People with blindness or low vision can now order more accessible COVID-19 tests from the government. Get the details.

7/12/2022

How to Get Paxlovid Without a Medical Doctor

Pharmacists can now directly prescribe Paxlovid for people with COVID-19, but there are limitations. Find out what you need to bring to the pharmacy to get Paxlovid if you've tested positive and are at risk for severe COVID-19.

7/12/2022

Reinfection Risks

Learn how soon after COVID-19 you can get infected again with the Omicron BA.5 variant, which is now dominant in the U.S. and, as we have reported, is more transmissible than earlier variants.

Be aware that getting COVID-19 more than once has been associated with increased risk of developing a variety of health problems, according to recent research.

7/15/2022

New Cocoa Top Pick

We've just tested and Approved three CocoaVia products through our voluntary Quality Certification Program and one is now a Top Pick. Find out how these compare to other cocoa supplements, powders, dark chocolate bars, chips, and nibs – as well as our Top Picks among these, in our updated Dark Chocolate and Cocoa Review.

9/28/2021

Supplements During Chemotherapy?

If you are getting chemotherapy, experts now recommend avoiding acetyl-L-carnitine. Also, see what they have to say about using alpha-lipoic acid, vitamin B-12 and vitamin E.

8/31/2021

Delta Variant Accounts for Most COVID Cases

Be aware that the Delta variant, which is more transmissible than other variants, now accounts for more than 98% of COVID cases in the U.S. See the latest numbers.

10/16/2021

Moderna Boosters

A lower-dose Moderna booster vaccine is now recommended for some people. See details about who should get it and when it may be available.

10/16/2021

J&J Vaccine Boosters

A booster vaccine is now recommended for everyone who received a J&J vaccine at least two months ago and the booster will likely be available soon. However, be aware that a booster of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine may boost immunity more than a J&J booster, according to a recent study.

10/22/2021

Booster Availability

Boosters are now authorized for specific people who received the Moderna or J&J vaccines, in addition to the Pfizer vaccine. See the details.

10/22/2021

Mixing Boosters

If you are eligible for a booster, you can now choose any booster regardless of your original vaccine. This may be particularly helpful to those who received the J&J vaccine.

10/29/2021

Booster Recommended for People With Certain Mental Health Conditions

A booster is now recommended to people with certain mental health conditions. Learn what research prompted this change.

11/02/2021

Pfizer COVID Vaccine for Children

The Pfizer vaccine is now authorized for use in children ages 5 to 11. Get the details about its effectiveness as well as side effects and safety in children. Also, find out why availability of the vaccine may initially be limited.

12/24/2021

Symptoms of Omicron

The Omicron variant is now the most prevalent strain in the U.S. What are the most common symptoms of Omicron? See how much sooner symptoms start with Omicron.

11/23/2021

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Who is Eligible?

Anyone over age 18 is now eligible for a booster six months after full mRNA vaccination or two months after the J&J vaccine, but find out which people are specifically encouraged to get a booster.

1/21/2022

Rapid COVID-19 Tests At No Charge

People in the U.S. can now order 4 at-home rapid COVID-19 tests at no charge. Get the details.

4/14/2020

Zinc Concern

Zinc is a popular supplement right now due to COVID-19, but be aware that taking large doses of zinc for a long period of time can suppress the immune system by causing or exacerbating copper deficiency. Certain people may be more at risk for this. Get the details in the Cautions and Concerns section of the Zinc Supplements and Lozenges Review.

9/16/2012

Fish Oil Benefit Questioned

There are many potential benefits from supplementing with the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil, but the most widely-touted benefits -- reducing the risks of heart disease and stroke -- are now in doubt. Read about the latest studies in the update to the Fish Oil (EPA & DHA) Supplements Review, which includes our product tests and quality ratings. More >>

12/20/2011

Algal Oil vs. Fish Oil

Fish get their omega-3's from algae and many people are now doing the same by taking algal oil, but how does it compare to fish oil? Experts recently reviewed studies of algal oil and concluded that it boosts ("good") cholesterol but it also increases LDL cholesterol -- which is often thought of as "bad" cholesterol. But there's more to the story. Get the details in the recently updated Fish/Marine Oil Supplements Review, which includes our test results for algal, krill, and fish oil supplements.

11/20/2011

L-Tryptophan -- Still a Problem?

A woman in Illinois taking L-tryptophan for insomnia developed the same serious problems that resulted in L-tryptophan being temporarily removed from the market several years ago. Is L-tryptophan any safer now than it was before? For more information, see the update to the L-Tryptophan and 5-HTP Review Article.

1/28/2015

Pea Protein for Muscle

Like whey protein, pea protein is now being used in protein powders. A recent placebo-controlled study compared the two and suggests that pea protein is a viable option for increasing muscle mass. See the details in the Protein Supplements Review >> 

1/20/2016

Omega-3's May Be Important in Preventing Cognitive Decline

We have reported in the past that a certain combination of B vitamins slowed cognitive decline as well as brain shrinkage in older people. Now, further analyses finds that these benefits only occurred in people having certain blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids (as found in fish oil). Get the details in the B Vitamins Supplements Review >>

11/14/2017

How Much Tea Is Safe?

Green and black teas contain fluoride, which helps build teeth and bones, but excessive intake of teas can cause teeth and bones to become brittle ("fluorosis"). How many cups of tea are safe? Find out now based on recent tests of fluoride in green, black, and herbal teas in the "Concerns and Cautions" section of the Green Tea Review >>

3/02/2018

Calcium and Colon Polyp Risk

A large study evaluated the effects of taking calcium and/or vitamin D on the risk of developing precancerous colorectal polyps in people with previous polyps. While there was no effect during the study, a follow up study is now showing much higher rates of polyps among those who had taken certain supplements. Get the details in the What It Does section of the Calcium Supplements Review.

4/12/2016

Too Much Vitamin D Weakens Legs

In recent months we have reported that giving too much vitamin D to people who don't need it increases the risk of falls. A major study now shows that it also weakens leg muscles — apparently to the surprise of the researchers. Keep in mind that giving vitamin D to people who are deficient in it can decrease the risk of falls. Get the details in the Vitamin D Supplements Review >>

7/13/2019

Liver Toxicity With Turmeric

Although uncommon, there are now several recent reports of liver toxicity associated with turmeric or curcumin supplements. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of the Turmeric and Curcumin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for turmeric and curcumin.

4/06/2026

Lunakai Pro Women's Hair Growth & Restore

Lunakai Pro Women's Hair Growth & Restore was tested for its biotin content and checked for heavy metals, and is now included in our B Vitamin Supplements Review. It was tested and Approved for quality by ConsumerLab through our voluntary Quality Certification Program.

2/23/2026

Oats to Control Blood Sugar?

Europe now allows products to claim that beta-glucan from oats helps keep blood sugar in check after meals – but there’s a twist! Learn more in our Oats Review, which includes our Top Picks for rolled and steel-cut oats.

Also see how oats reduce cholesterol!

7/11/2025

Liposomal Vitamin C

We recently wrote about a liposomal "hydrogel" vitamin C product from Life Extension purported to have improved bioavailability, but we could not locate a supporting published study. Life Extension recently directed us to the study, now discussed in the Forms of Vitamin C section of our Vitamin C Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for vitamin C.

3/14/2025

Toxin in Flaxseed

Despite our showing high levels of the toxin cadmium in some popular flaxseed products, responses from brands show that many are not doing enough to address this problem. See our take on responses from Bob’s Red Mill, Carrington Farms, Nature’s Path, Organic Traditions, Premium Farms, NOW Foods, Nuts.com, Terrasoul, and Wegmans. Also, see which flaxseeds passed or failed our tests and our Top Picks for flaxseed.

6/24/2025

Cadmium & Lead in Popular Cocoa Powder

A separate testing group reported higher levels of cadmium and lead in a popular cocoa powder than we found in our 2022 tests. We now suggest caution with this product. Get the details in our Dark Chocolate and Cocoa Review, which includes our Top Picks among products. (Note: We will soon test cocoas and chocolates again. Product suggestions will be solicited from CL members in July.)

8/22/2025

Choline and Lecithin Supplements

We’ve updated our Choline and Lecithin Supplements Review to reflect the last supplement prices, including for products with phosphatidylcholine, CDP-choline and alpha-GPC. Brands include Double Wood, Bestvite, GNC, InnovixLabs, Legendairy, Natural Factors, NOW, Nutricost, Nuts.com, Perque, Puritan’s Pride, Solgar, Swanson, and Vitacost.

7/31/2025

Flaxseed Change

A CL member noted that the Trader Joe's Organic Flaxseed Meal that we tested now lists India as the country of origin and asked if this change should be of concern. For our take on this, see the Update in the Top Picks section of our Flaxseed Review.

11/10/2025

Do You Need Sunscreen in Winter?

Find out what’s now recommended in our article about sunscreen, which includes our list of preferred sunscreens.

11/08/2024

Warning Label on Sardines

A CL member asked why a popular brand of sardines now carries a California Prop 65 warning label. See our answer in our Canned Fish Review, which includes our Top Picks among products (including canned tuna, salmon, herring and sardines).

10/24/2024

Glucosamine Name Change

Following a legal settlement, a product tested in our Joint Health Supplements Review now identifies its glucosamine ingredient differently. For details, see the Update in the Review, which includes our Top Picks among joint health supplements.

10/25/2024

Keeping Up Vitamin D

With less daylight now in the Northern Hemisphere, it's a good time to consider ways to keep vitamin D levels up. In addition to supplements, foods like salmon can help – but how and when you consume these can make a big difference, as shown in a recent study. For details, see the Getting Vitamin D From Foods section of our Vitamin D Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for vitamin D.

Also see our Top Picks among canned and packaged fish products, including salmon.

8/18/2023

Brand Change at Walgreens

Walgreens has rebranded its "Finest Nutrition" supplements. Get the details in our B Vitamins Review.

4/28/2020

Early Sign of Thiamin Deficiency

Thiamin (vitamin B1) deficiency can cause lasting neurologic damage and affect heart function. It can occur with poor nutrition and as a result of taking certain diuretics. A recent case highlighted an early sign of thiamin deficiency that involves the eyes. We've added this information to the Thiamin section of the B Vitamin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Pick for thiamin and B complexes that contain thiamin. You can also get thiamin from a good multivitamin.

12/09/2012

Extra Protein Improves Strength

Whether you are trying to add muscle or just maintain it, a new report suggests that additional protein leads to further gains from resistance-type training. The analysis of 22 clinical studies shows that both young and old individuals who received additional protein from supplements or high-protein foods experienced significantly greater increases in muscle mass and strength than those not getting additional protein. Get the details, as well as our tests and reviews of protein powders and drinks, in the updated Protein Powders and Drinks Review (Including Sports, Nutrition, and Diet Products). More >>

4/14/2023

Many Prenatal Multis Found Lacking

As ConsumerLab has pointed out in the past, many prenatal supplements don't contain the right amounts of key ingredients. A recent analysis by nutrition experts of over 400 products on the market in the U.S. came to the same conclusion. Get the details in our Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplements Review, which includes our Top Pick prenatal multivitamin as well as our Top Pick overall multi and Top Picks by age and gender.

6/14/2022

Zinc Carnosine: A Better Zinc Source?

Is zinc carnosine more bioavailable than other forms of zinc? Find out what an expert nutrition panel recently concluded in our updated CL Answer about zinc carnosine.

12/08/2023

Calcium from Plant Milks?

There is growing research showing that the calcium in some plant-based milks is not absorbed quite as well as the calcium in cow’s milk. Learn more in the Key Differences with Plant-based Milks section of our Plant-Based-Milks Review, which includes our Top Picks for nutrition and for taste.

1/27/2025

Liver Concern With Provitalize

A CL member experienced elevated liver enzymes after taking Provitalize, a supplement promoted to help with menopausal weight gain and joint pain. Other cases have been reported. Get the details in our article about Provitalize.

Also see our Menopause Supplements Review and our take on other supplements promoted for menopause relief, including Happy Mammoth’s Hormone Harmony and The 'Pause Nutrition Supplements by Dr. Mary Claire Haver.

1/20/2025

Hormone Harmony Supplements?

Are Hormone Harmony (for menopause) and other Happy Mammoth supplements worth taking? We reviewed the evidence. See our conclusions in our article about these products.

Also see our take on The 'Pause Nutrition supplements by Dr. Mary Claire Haver.

11/04/2024

The ‘Pause Menopause Supplements?

Are The 'Pause Nutrition supplements by Dr. Mary Claire Haver (author of The New Menopause) worth the price? See our take on this line of supplements.

5/03/2024

Mislabeled Magnesium

In response to a lawsuit, a popular brand of supplements is now providing refunds to people who purchased one of its magnesium products. The suit alleged that the products were mislabeled regarding the form of magnesium they contained. See the Update in our Magnesium Supplements Review, which includes our Top Pick for magnesium.

Similarly, one of the magnesium products covered in our recent Review also seems to have its form of magnesium mislabeled despite providing the correct amount of magnesium. We have changed its status to Not Approved (see the Update).

In addition, a company that sells a magnesium supplement that was Not Approved by us responded to a question about this from a ConsumerLab member. The response suggests that the company does not understand that its product is mislabeled (see the Update).

2/22/2017

Does Your Multivitamin Have Too Much Folic Acid?

Folic acid is in multivitamins because it is provides the essential B vitamin, folate. Getting too much folate, however, carries risks. What most people don't know is that you actually get 70% more folate from folic acid than labels currently reveal and many supplements expose you to amounts of folate which are not only way above what you need but over the daily limit for tolerable intake. Companies now have until mid-2018 or later correct their labels, but until then you may be in the dark.

To find out which multivitamins exceed the tolerable limit for folate, see the update in the Multivitamins Review. You'll also learn how the daily requirements for many other nutrients have changed and differ from what labels currently tell you.

7/10/2014

Don't Be Fooled by "Good Source of Omega-3s" Claim

Over the years, ConsumerLab.com has pointed out that products sometimes claim to provide a percentage of the Daily Value (DV) of omega-3 or -6 fatty acids, even though no such Daily Value has been established. Now, the FDA has prohibited certain related statements on omega-3 supplement and food labels that could mislead consumers into thinking a product provides some percentage of this imaginary amount. Get the details, including what to watch out for on labels, plus our tests of fish oil and other omega-3 fatty acid supplements, in the updated Fish Oil and Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements Review (Including Krill, Algae, Calamari, Green-lipped Mussel Oil) >>