Patients with HIV regularly used St. John’s wort to ease depression until just recently when it was found that St. John’s wort dramatically reduced blood levels of Crixivan.  Crixivan is an important HIV drug and protease inhibitor.  At the low levels of concentration, AIDs patients are likely to become resistant to Crixivan.

Some preliminary studies suggest the omega-3 fatty acids may help with mood stabilizing.  Alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid are well known essential fatty acids.  They are essential because they are necessary for life and cannot be made in our own bodies.  We have to get them from foods or dietary supplements.

Energy drinks are becoming more and more popular especially with young adults.  There is health risks associated with drinking energy drinks, especially if excessive amounts are consumed or mixed with alcohol. 

There are three supplements that have been documented for their ability to enhance joint health regardless of your age.  They are:

Dietary supplements are some of the hottest selling items available today.  More than half of the United States adult population use dietary supplements.