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Carnosine for Vegetarians?

June 16, 2025
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Does taking L-carnosine improve exercise performance or reduce muscle fatigue among vegetarians and vegans? Find out in our article about L-carnosine.

Also see: Top 8 vitamins and nutrients for vegetarians and vegans

Bigelow Tea False Claim

June 16, 2025
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A jury recently awarded consumers of certain Bigelow teas $2.3 million after finding a "Manufactured in the USA" claim to be false. Get the details in our Green Tea Review, which includes our Top Picks among popular green tea bags, loose tea, matcha tea, and bottled tea.

When SPF 50 Is Recommended

June 16, 2025
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Skin care experts typically recommend using sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, but even higher SPF sunscreen might be better in some cases. Find out why in our article about sunscreens and also see our list of higher SPF sunscreens that we prefer.

Should You Check Your Omega-3 Level?

June 16, 2025
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There are several tests to measure omega-3 fatty acid levels in your blood (e.g., Omega-3 Index, OmegaCheck, and OmegaScore). Find out how they compare and if it’s worth using any of them in the ConsumerTips section of our Fish Oil Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among fish oil supplements.

Olive Oil: Too Much of a Good Thing?

June 16, 2025
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Replacing less healthy fats in the diet with olive oil may be beneficial for heart health and maintaining a healthy weight, but recent studies suggest less benefit for cholesterol levels with too much olive oil, which may also stimulate fat cell production. Learn more in our Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review, including exactly how much olive oil may be beneficial. Also see our Top Picks for extra virgin olive oil.

Saccharin & Cancer

June 12, 2025
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Does saccharin cause cancer? A link between saccharin and bladder cancer has been debunked. Interestingly, preliminary research suggests saccharin may have anticancer effects. Get the details, and learn more about the pros and cons of saccharin in our article about sweeteners, which includes our Top Picks.

Does Amla Increase Urination?

June 12, 2025
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A CL member reported that taking amla increased urination. Is this a known effect of amla? Find out in our article about the health benefits and safety of amla.

Probiotic for Preventing Diarrhea

June 12, 2025
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Did taking a probiotic during antibiotic treatment reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea in kids? Find what a recent study showed in the Diarrhea section of our Probiotics Supplements Review, which includes our Top Pick for preventing antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

Vitamin D for Memory?

June 12, 2025
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Does taking vitamin D improve memory in people with age-related cognitive decline? Find out what a recent study showed in the Memory and cognitive decline section of our Vitamin D Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for vitamin D.

Also see: Do any supplements, foods or lifestyle modifications help with brain function, like memory and cognition?

False Claims by Red Light Therapy Company

June 12, 2025
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False claims appear to have been made by the maker of BIOMAX 900, according to a recent report. For details, see our article about red light therapy devices, which includes a report of a side effect experienced with the device.