Supplement Research Update

Aug 30, 2019

Do Supplements Have Nutritional Benefits?

Question: I take it that herbs or fruit extracts that come in supplement pills, by definition are considered as having some pharmacological properties to them, correct? Can one then also speak of herbs providing some sort of nutrition to the body, meaning providing nutrients to the body, not just acting like a natural drug?

Statin Drugs and Blood Sugar

Question: You frequently talk about some of the risks (such as muscle pain) associated with statin drugs used to lower cholesterol. I recently heard that their use increases blood sugar levels. Is this true?

Fruit Juice Can Be as Harmful As Soda

Question: I have read that sodas with sugar are harmful but recently my uncle said he had read that fruit juices are also not healthy and can raise blood sugar too high. What is your opinion on this?