November 5, 2014

Different prescription and over-the-counter drugs can cause unsafe side effects when taken together, and the same can be true for dietary supplements. The FDA is warning that dietary supplements may increase or decrease the effect of your medication. Always be sure to tell your doctor about any supplements that you use. Source Link
 
America’s biggest bricks-and-mortar discounter appears ready to go toe-to-toe with online rivals like Amazon to get more holiday sales. Wal-Mart is testing a program that would match its prices to online retailers. Best Buy and Target already match online prices, and experts say Wal-Mart’s move could open the door to even more savings for holiday shoppers. Source Link

It might be better to make decisions after a good night’s sleep, but what about on an empty stomach? A study found that participants who skipped breakfast made better long-term choices than those who had eaten first. Researchers think that hunger and appetite may encourage people to rely on true gut feelings rather than impulsive choices. Source Link