Articles by Cynthia Borda

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Vitamin B12 as a Cause of Gout

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Cynthia Borda

While a number of things increase your risk for gout, you do not need to throw out your vitamin B-12 supplement.

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Side Effects of Glucosamine Chondroitin on the Liver

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Cynthia Borda

Glucosamine chondroitin is a popular combination supplement for joint pain, but its effect remains controversial. A small number of cases of hepatitis occurring while on glucosamine or glucosamine chondroitin have been reported, resulting in an assumed causal relationship.