if some dietary supplements can transmit the human form of mad cow disease

April 2001

People are asking if some dietary supplements can transmit the human form of mad cow disease.

MANY products are derived from animal parts...glucosamine...chondroitin...melatonin...minerals...even gelatin for capsules.

So far these products have not caused problems in North America. Most melatonin is synthetic. Glucosamine usually comes from shellfish.

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Cardiology Plavix (clopidogrel) and ASA is more effective than ASA alone for treating unstable angina
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if some dietary supplements can transmit the human form of mad cow disease