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Misusing Supplements? Expert Warns of Risks and Tips

3/12/2026

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  • Dietary supplements can be ineffective or cause side effects if not taken correctly.
  • Erin Shaughnessy, a pharmacy expert, notes common misuses of iron, melatonin, magnesium, vitamin D, and fiber and advises consulting healthcare providers for guidance on supplement interactions, especially if you are on anticoagulants.
  • Iron absorption decreases when iron is taken with food.
  • Melatonin should be consumed with an evening meal.