Celebrating 13 Years of Nonprofit Independence
Menu
Shedding Light on the Risks
& Benefits of Medications 
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors
Menu
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors

Integrative Health

older women practicing tai chi

Can Tai Chi Help You Age Better?

Studies link tai chi to fewer falls, better balance, lower blood pressure, and relief from chronic pain — though the evidence is stronger for some benefits than others

Jun 29, 2026

8 Foods that Fight Insomnia

✅ This article was reviewed by Alison Acerra, MS, RDN, member of our MedShadow Medical Advisory Board. Has COVID-19 affected your nights as well as your days?

Oct 22, 2020

Stuck with Statins? Try a Plant-Based Diet to Cut Back

The solution to a lifetime of statins could lie in a diet based on vegetables, whole grains, beans and fruit. The medical community recommends statins as a front-line (first-choice) treatment for high cholesterol levels that…

Sep 16, 2020

Calcium Supplements: Pros, Cons & Expert Tips

Everyone needs calcium, right? It seems many people are concerned about avoiding osteoporosis. No one wants to break a bone or develop stooped posture. So should we all load up on calcium supplements?

Jun 1, 2020

Pros and Cons: Fish Oil Supplements

Fish oil supplements are among the most popular dietary supplements taken by Americans as nearly 8% of adults — roughly 19 million people — take them.

Jan 23, 2020

B Vitamins

The family of B vitamins are among the most used supplements among Americans. While there are a total of 8 B vitamins, people can take a supplement with just one of the vitamins or all…

Nov 10, 2016
RECOMMENDED:
FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: New Allergic Reaction Warnings for Osteoporosis and Hypoparathyroidism Drugs
FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: New Allergic Reaction Warnings for Osteoporosis and Hypoparathyroidism Drugs
FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: Stelara and Alpha-Gal Allergy; Seizure Medication Linked to Severe Skin Reactions
FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: Stelara and Alpha-Gal Allergy; Seizure Medication Linked to Severe Skin Reactions
FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: Migraine Drug Constipation Risk, Boxed Warning Update for Methotrexate
FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: Migraine Drug Constipation Risk, Boxed Warning Update for Methotrexate

What is unbiased drug-safety journalism worth to you?

We think it’s invaluable — and hope you agree. Our work is made possible by donations from readers like you.

Donate to MedShadow
trigger

What is Unbiased Drug-Safety Journalism Worth to You?

We think it’s invaluable — and hope you agree. Our journalism is made possible by donations from readers like you.

As a nonprofit, we don’t take a dime from pharmaceutical or supplement companies. That means we can report on the benefits, risks, and alternatives to prescription and over-the-counter drugs free from corporate pressure or influence.

trigger