They say beauty is only skin deep, but true beauty starts at the cellular level, far below the skin’s surface. Every year, consumers spend billions of dollars on skincare products in hopes of achieving more beautiful skin. According to industry…

Acid reflux, clinically known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition affecting up to 20% of the US population. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, the tube that connects the throat to…

Amino acids are fundamental molecules that provide the building blocks for proteins, Proteins are large and complex molecules that are essential to human life. In humans, proteins are formed from about 20 amino acids that link together in molecular chains,…

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder whose prevalence is on the rise world-wide, affecting nearly one million people in the United States alone. This debilitating condition affects mostly females (75%) and is more common among people of northern European…

Vitamin D is an important fat soluble vitamin that your body makes and stores when you expose your bare skin to the UV-B rays of natural sunlight. Yet despite an abundance of sunlight in most parts of the world, vitamin…

Winter’s onset is all fun and games until we get past the holidays. From there, it’s a long stretch to Spring, especially if you live in Northern latitudes. Short days, cold weather and gray skies are all key features of…

Glutathione (GHS) is a potent super-antioxidant found in every cell of your body. Well-known for its immune-boosting power to help fight disease, GHS also has potent anti-aging properties that protect your skin and support mitochondrial function in systems throughout your…

Diabetes mellitus (type 2 diabetes) is a serious metabolic condition that, if left unchecked, can dramatically undermine your health and reduce your quality of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 15% of the US population over…

Any invasive surgical procedure comes with inherent risks, ranging from minor infections to major systemic reactions. To minimize risks and enhance surgical outcomes, doctors provide patients with preparatory guidelines such as pre-hab exercises, nutritional guidelines, and other advice to optimize…

Testosterone is a potent androgen that plays multiple roles in the metabolic health of  both men and women, although female testosterone levels are much lower. Normal testosterone levels for adult males range from 800-1,200 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL), while normal…