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Vitamins and supplements

If you're popping pills to cure your ills, we can help you pick the right ones for the job.

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Vitamin D deficiency If there are so few symptoms of a vitamin D deficiency, how can we know if we’re getting enough?

10 common pharmacy products you don't need Which over-the-counter medicines, supplements and health products are best left on the shelf?

Omega 3 supplements Omega-3 is linked to many health benefits, but are fish oil supplements really the quick fix?

Memory-enhancing pills Will taking Omega-3, Ginko or Brahmi keep you sharp and safe from dementia?

Herbal memory boosters for exams Take with a grain of salt, and don't expect any miracles.

Glucosamine for arthritis Can glucosamine help relieve the pain of osteoarthritis? The jury is still out.

Dubious pharmacy products Our investigation found some pharmacies are selling 'health' products that simply don't work.

Should you take creatine? From boosting sports performance to the elixir of life, we look at the evidence behind the hype.

Iron – are you getting enough? Iron deficiency will leave you tired, run down and at risk of anaemia.

Protein powders – do they work? We weigh up the pros and cons of boosting your protein intake with supplements.

What are probiotics? Probiotic supplements are promoted for general good health, as well as treating various ailments. Should you take one?

Is it safe to use essential oils? Essential oil brands like Doterra are on the rise, but are they putting our health at risk?

Listed vs registered medicines - what's the difference? That number at the bottom of the label can tell you a lot about how effective a medicine may be.

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How much do you really know about the pills you pop?

Backaches can be a pain at best, and affect your quality of life at worst. We look at the options for managing back pain.

We help you understand your contraception options, their costs, and the outcomes and side-effects.

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