Protein powders may seem like a convenient way to get extra nutrients, but they also have some potential risks to be aware of.

It’s worth the weight — loss, that is. Despite their blockbuster popularity, GLP-1 medications come with a handful of side effects, mainly along the lines of gastrointestinal issues like nausea and ...

A massive review of 23 randomized trials found that statins do not cause the vast majority of side effects listed on their labels. Memory problems, depression, sleep issues, weight gain, and many ...

The long list of side effects marked on the packaging of statins can be a turn-off for those who might benefit from the cholesterol-lowering drugs. But a new study found only a few of those side ...

Benefits of statins greatly outweigh risks, study leader says Wrongly attributed side effects may discourage use by patients and doctors Regulators should change statin labeling, researchers say Feb 5 ...

The long list of side effects associated with statins is vastly overstated, according to the most rigorous assessment of the evidence to date. This is prompting calls for the drugs’ packaging to be ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Far fewer people who could benefit from statins ...

Statins do not cause the majority of the conditions that have been listed in their package leaflets, including memory loss, depression, sleep disturbance, and erectile and sexual dysfunction, ...

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro deliver results, yet patients often struggle with side effects that can derail their progress or compromise their health. At Paun Family ...

Q. When I was first prescribed metformin, I didn’t notice any side effects. Before long, though, I started having diarrhea every day, and I couldn’t leave the house after taking my pill each morning.

The popularity of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs has seen a seismic shift in just over a year. Not long ago, they were primarily used for diabetes. But now, that’s changing. In some markets, such as the US, ...

Magnesium citrate helps relieve occasional constipation by increasing water in the stool. Higher doses can cause side effects like diarrhea, cramps, or nausea. People with certain health conditions ...