Barry Miller+FollowHow to Spot Fake Supplements FastEver wondered if your supplements are actually legit? Here’s what a doctor says: 1) Check the label—if you see chemical names in brackets, it’s probably synthetic. 2) Watch out for synthetic folic acid; your body prefers natural folate. 3) Go for whole food-based vitamins—they’re easier for your body to absorb. Bonus tip: Always talk to your doctor before starting anything new, and stick to trusted brands with third-party certifications. Don’t get duped by flashy claims! #Health #BodyHealth #supplements120Share
herreradennis+Follow4 Supplements That Actually Help Depression?Tired of hearing about miracle supplements for depression? Turns out, only FOUR have real science behind them: St. John’s wort, saffron, probiotics, and vitamin D. The rest? Not so much. If you’re already on meds, definitely check with your doc before adding anything new. And don’t expect supplements to replace therapy or meds—they’re more like a possible boost, not a cure. Anyone else surprised by which ones made the cut? #Health #MentalHealth #Supplements542Share
rachel60+FollowTurmeric Supplements Nearly Ruined Her LiverWho knew a daily turmeric pill could land you in the hospital? Katie Mohan started taking turmeric for joint pain after seeing it hyped online, but ended up just one step away from liver failure. Turns out, her 'natural' supplement had over 10x the safe daily dose! Docs say supplement-related liver injuries are on the rise, and turmeric is a top culprit. Just because it’s natural doesn’t mean it’s safe—always check those doses! #Health #BodyHealth #Supplements166Share
Joel Sweeney+FollowFDA Flags Canned Sweets & Supplement ScamsDid you hear the FDA just called out two companies for some wild food safety fails? One’s canned desserts from Pakistan could risk botulism because they skipped proper heat checks (yikes), and a Utah supplement brand is making sketchy drug claims without proof. Both got slapped with warning letters and have to clean up their act fast—or risk getting banned from the U.S. market. Always double-check what you’re buying! #FoodSafety #FDA #Supplements #Health #BodyHealth71Share
reyesbrian+FollowThe Scary Truth About ‘Gas Station Heroin’Those colorful little bottles at gas stations aren’t just energy shots—many actually contain tianeptine, aka ‘gas station heroin.’ It’s not FDA-approved, can be addictive, and has sent people to the ER with seizures and heart issues. The wild part? You never really know what’s in the bottle. Some states are banning it, but it’s still popping up everywhere. If you see Zaza, Tianaa, or Neptune’s Fix, maybe skip it—your body will thank you! #HealthWarning #Supplements #Tianeptine #Health #BodyHealth43Share
Kevin Craig+FollowSupplements You Might Be OverdoingTurns out, popping too many vitamins isn’t always a good thing! An internal medicine doc on TikTok just called out 4 supplements you should NOT overuse: Vitamin D (can mess with your kidneys), Calcium (can harden arteries), Vitamin E (raises bleeding risk), and Vitamin B6 (can cause nerve issues). Basically, more isn’t always better—especially if you’re not deficient. Always check with your doc before adding new supplements to your routine! #healthtips #supplements #wellness #Health #BodyHealth345Share
wilsonjames+FollowAre Your Vitamins Hurting Your Liver?Turns out, some everyday meds and even those 'natural' supplements could be messing with your liver—big time. A new study says cases of drug-induced liver injury are on the rise, and it’s not just prescription meds to blame. Herbal stuff like turmeric, kratom, green tea extract, and Garcinia cambogia have all been linked to liver problems. Scary part? Even FDA-approved meds can do damage, especially if you already have liver issues. Time to double-check those labels! #HealthAlert #LiverHealth #Supplements #Health283Share
Jacqueline Howard DDS+FollowYour Vitamins Might Be Hurting Your Liver?!Turns out, some of the meds and supplements we pop every day—like acetaminophen, NSAIDs, turmeric, and even green tea extract—could be secretly damaging our livers. Experts say drug-induced liver injury is on the rise, and it’s not just from prescriptions. Herbal and dietary supplements are a big culprit, especially since they’re not as tightly regulated. If you’re taking any of these, maybe double-check with your doc before refilling that pill organizer! #HealthAlert #Supplements #LiverHealth #Health165Share
April Anderson+FollowTurmeric Supplement Scare: What Happened?Ever thought a 'healthy' supplement could land you in the hospital? Robert Grafton tried a turmeric-based liquid supplement he saw online, hoping to boost his liver health. Instead, he ended up with drug-induced liver injury—his symptoms were so bad, he thought it was cancer. Turns out, he was taking way more curcumin than experts recommend. Docs say just because it’s natural doesn’t mean it’s safe. Always check those dosages and talk to your doctor before adding new supplements! #HealthWarning #Supplements #LiverHealth #Health200Share
Jennifer Wilson+FollowAre Your Supplements Harming Your Liver?Turns out, those 'healthy' herbal supplements everyone’s popping—like turmeric, green tea extract, and ashwagandha—might be doing more harm than good. Liver damage cases linked to these supplements have shot up 8x since the '90s! Even scarier: half the time, what’s on the label isn’t even what’s in the bottle. Docs say most people don’t even tell them what they’re taking. Next time you reach for that “natural” pill, maybe double-check what’s actually in it! #HealthAlert #Supplements #LiverHealth #Health72Share
