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What doctors wish patients knew about vitamins and supplements

With more than 100,000 different supplements available, it is unclear what is safe to take. Three physicians aim to clear things up about vitamins and supplements. 

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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From kimchi to kefir: What to tell patients about fermented foods

Fermented foods come with multiple health benefits, but patients should check food labels for a key phrase and watch out for added salt and sugar.

Prevention & Wellness
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What doctors wish patients knew about sodium consumption

Sodium isn’t just lurking in heavily salted snacks. Two physicians discuss where sodium resides and which choices to make to avoid it in excess.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of July 21, 2025

In the news: FDA panel discusses risk of SSRIs during pregnancy, how the pandemic aged our brains, eating eggs may protect against Alzheimer’s and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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What doctors wish patients knew about the impact of caffeine

Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much may pose a danger to your health. Four physicians share what to keep in mind.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of June 9, 2025

In the news: Salmonella outbreak tied to egg recall, impact of transportation modes on dementia risk, mental health recovery after COVID and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of May 19, 2025

In the news: Surgeons perform first human bladder transplant, dietary fiber may help reduce stroke risk, FDA clears Alzheimer’s blood test and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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To improve patients’ dietary habits, keep cultural traditions in mind

Patients are more likely to eat healthier when presented with dietary options that align with their cultural traditions, says AMA member Stephen Devries, MD.

Prevention & Wellness
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Long COVID news, measles in Texas, RSV vaccine for moms, food recalls and rural health care access [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the 2025 measle outbreak, COVID-19, RSV and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast