Sep 23, 2013 · ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic experts routinely recommend that older adults consider B-12 supplements or food fortified with this critical vitamin. The September issue of …

Feb 4, 2014 · Rarely, vitamin B-12 deficiency is a cause of dementia. As vitamin B-12 deficiency becomes more advanced, a shortage of red blood cells (anemia) or even white blood cells and …

Jun 26, 2019 · Low vitamin B12 levels can worsen some symptoms of Parkinson's disease, especially postural instability and cognitive impairment, which can lead to falls and injuries, …

Dec 28, 2022 · A calcium-rich diet is important to maintain optimal bone health and prevent osteoporosis. So, too, is vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium to be deposited into …

Oct 2, 2015 · In fact, several studies have shown that calcium combined with low daily doses of vitamin D reduces fracture risk and increases bone density." Calcium supplements, he says, …

Apr 25, 2017 · What do you recommend? ANSWER: Understanding how much vitamin D you need can be confusing because there are different recommendations about how much vitamin D …

Jan 4, 2013 · Vitamin B-12 — It's estimated that up to 15 percent of older adults are deficient in vitamin B-12. Since vitamin B-12 has not been shown to cause harm, even in large doses, it may …

Jun 11, 2019 · Do dietary supplements reduce your risk of dementia and improve brain health? The Global Council on Brain Health says they don't. In a new report, the organization …

Mar 12, 2016 · As you should with any vitamin or mineral supplement, get the facts before you start taking folic acid. In some cases, a supplement may be appropriate, but taking too much …

Mar 13, 2024 · Many people take collagen supplements, hoping to capture the fountain of youth. But can these products really reverse the aging process?