Headlines recently claimed that vitamin D can slow aging. Those claims come from a new analysis tied to the large VITAL trial. The results sound promising at first glance, but the actual findings are more nuanced. To understand what this...
A brand-new analysis made a bold claim: there is no clinical evidence to support collagen supplements for preventing or treating skin aging. When I first saw it, I was excited. I have taken collagen for years, and the abstract made...
One in three people who break their hip will be dead within one year. After 10 years, only 8.5% will be alive compared to 39.8% in the general population. Those numbers are terrifying, and during my time as an orthopedic...
Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals in the human body, playing a role in over 300 enzyme reactions. It's involved in muscle and nerve function, blood pressure regulation, blood sugar control, protein synthesis, and even the production of...
Collagen is simple, safe, and widely available—but can it really improve skin health? According to new research, the answer is yes. Not only does collagen supplementation improve hydration, elasticity, and skin structure, but recent studies are also beginning to clarify...
There’s been a lot of hype around vitamin D over the years, with many claiming it can prevent everything from colds to cancer. But most of the research so far has been underwhelming. Now, a new study shows there may...
It might come as a surprise, but several widely used supplements could be silently doing damage to your health. In fact, five specific supplements have been shown in human research to provide little benefit and, in some cases, may increase...
Berberine is often hailed as “nature’s metformin,” with claims ranging from weight loss and blood sugar control to cholesterol reduction and even cancer prevention. But how much of this is marketing—and how much is backed by science? In this article,...
For years, creatine has been a favorite among athletes for building strength and muscle mass. But recently, researchers have started uncovering new benefits that go far beyond the gym—especially in areas like brain health, aging, and cardiovascular function. While fitness...
