What to know about the safety of this popular supplement for arthritis
New reports link the common arthritis supplement glucosamine to an increased risk of death and faster dementia progression.
The brief
Glucosamine, a popular supplement used for joint health and arthritis, has been tied to a higher risk of death and the accelerated progression of dementia. Coverage from MSN and Money Talks News emphasizes the link between the supplement and faster dementia progression.
The Washington Post and Kenosha News are also reporting on the safety of the supplement, with the latter noting it is probably not helpful for dementia. Future attention will likely focus on the safety implications for those using the supplement for arthritis and the specific risks associated with dementia progression.
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Quick answers
Which supplement is being linked to health risks?
Glucosamine, a supplement used for joint health and arthritis.
What are the reported risks associated with this supplement?
According to coverage, it is tied to higher death risk and faster dementia progression.
Is the supplement helpful for treating dementia?
Kenosha News reports that the supplement is probably not helpful for dementia.
Coverage (4)
- Zorba Paster: Supplement for joint health probably not helpful for dementia Kenosha News · 1d ago
- A Common Joint Supplement Is Now Tied to Faster Dementia Progression Money Talks News · 1d ago
- Glucosamine tied to higher dementia progression, death risk MSN · 1d ago
- What to know about the safety of this popular supplement for arthritis The Washington Post · 1d ago broke it first
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