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too much caffein
September 28, 2021/Nutrition

Can You Really Have Too Much Caffeine?

… clear of energy drinks and energy shots, which can contain much more caffeine than a strong cup of coffee.Weight loss supplements can also contain caffeine, and an overdose could cause serious — and potentially deadly …

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August 9, 2021/Weight Loss

Do Fat Burners Melt Away Pounds? An Expert Weighs In

… that may promote weight loss,” she says.Coffee and green teaTo avoid excessive doses and possible side effects, Matteo advises steering clear of supplements containing caffeine or green tea extract. Instead, enjoy a couple of

Kratom powder in small bowl, with kratom leaves nearby
September 17, 2024/Wellness

Is Kratom Safe To Use?

… include:Constipation.Drowsiness and sedation.Dry mouth.Frequent urination.Hypothyroidism.Itching.Lower libido.Nausea and vomiting.Sweating.Weight loss.More serious side effects of kratom use can include:Addiction.Anorexia.Cardiac issues, such as heart …

Healthcare provider talking with patient with overweight in office
May 17, 2024/Weight Loss

The HCG Diet Is Ineffective and Unsafe

… or throwing a blood clot (venous thromboembolism) — another potentially deadly side effect.That’s a LONG list of complications to risk for the sake of weight loss — especially when the weight loss plan is ineffective …

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Person talking with doctor on a virtual call about vitamins
May 13, 2024/Nutrition

Yes, You Can Take Too Many Vitamins

… multivitamin.Vitamin B6 in high doses can cause irreversible nerve damage. Other side effects include:Ataxia (loss of control of body movements).Nausea and vomiting.Heartburn.Sensitivity to light.Vitamin CWhen most people think of

apple cider vinegar in a stoppered glass caraf with apples in background on wooden table.
July 18, 2023/Nutrition

What Apple Cider Vinegar Can (and Can’t) Do for You

… adding a tablespoon to a mug of warm water,” Czerwony advises. “This cuts down on the amount of acid hitting your teeth and throat.”Other possible side effects include:Low potassium levels: There are very …

close up of green coffee beans
December 15, 2023/Nutrition

Should You Go Green? What To Know About Green Coffee Bean Extract

Sure, you know that coffee comes from coffee beans. But how often do you really register that word, “beans”? That hot beverage you sip every morning is actually made from plants — and like so many …

Bowl of sea moss, with bowl of gel next to it
December 22, 2021/Nutrition

What Are the Benefits of Sea Moss?

A famous animated crab once sang, “The seaweed is always greener in somebody else’s lake.” But you don’t have to be a musically gifted crustacean to reap the benefits of sea moss, which …

Green tea extract in Pill formula
March 23, 2022/Diet, Food & Fitness

Is Green Tea Extract Beneficial?

Read the label on any energy drink and you’ll likely find green tea extract among the ingredients working to give you extra zip. But is this so-called “natural energy booster” really a fatigue …

using digestive bitters
March 7, 2022/Digestive

What To Know Before You Try Digestive Bitters

“Bitter” isn’t typically a glowing descriptor, but the benefits of digestive bitters might make you reconsider the word. Long used in traditional Chinese medicine, it’s pretty much exactly what it sounds like …

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