Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Melatonin, Coenzyme Q10, and Cranberry Supplementation
Tracking # 20-601515
Course overview
The four supplements highlighted in the course are among the most popular in the United States, according to the 2012 National Health Interview Survey. The combination of glucosamine and chondroitin was the second-most popular dietary supplement choice for consumers. Coenzyme Q10 was number four in 2012, an increase from 2007 when it was not on the top 10 supplements list. Cranberry was the seventh-most popular supplement in 2012, maintaining its place among the top 10 supplements. Melatonin moved into the top 10 dietary supplements in 2012. It was ranked at number four behind fish oil, glucosamine/chondroitin, and probiotics. Each of these supplements is discussed individually.
Subject areas
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