The Weekly Health Roundup: December 3, 2023

B vitamins for stroke prevention and kidney disease treatment, meat and dairy fighting cancer, and the fertility power of nuts. Every week we discover inspiring, informative, and sometimes shocking health-related news. From new studies to insightful analysis, here is what you need to know this week:

New developments in vitamin B12, CBD, oral health, and taurine. Every week we discover inspiring, informative, and sometimes shocking health-related news. From new studies to insightful analysis, here is what you need to know this week:

Take a stroll down any supplement aisle and you’ll find a sea of fish oil supplements (pun definitely intended). But upon closer look, you’ll notice there are cod oil supplements in addition to fish oil.  Does this distinction matter or is it just a marketing ploy? Both typically come in capsule or liquid forms and […]

The supplement industry is always buzzing about B-complex vitamins, and for good reason. But a special type of B-vitamin is making people rethink their routines: P5P. Short for pyridoxal-5-phosphate, P5P is the active form of vitamin B6. Normally, when you ingest vitamin B6 through food or supplements, your liver has to convert it to P5P […]

Acne: it’s not just a nightmare for teenagers. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it’s the most common skin condition in the United States, with 50 million Americans suffering symptoms from pesky pustules to painful cysts.  While there is no one-size-fits-all cure, treatments abound. From special diets to birth control pills to topical ingredients […]

Welcome to “My Supplement Formula,” our interview series that explores how high achievers use nutrition to unlock their potential. Check in each month to get an exclusive look into the supplement routines of the world’s greatest athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs.

[Note: We are committed to publishing emerging developments, studies, and opinions on the edges of health. This is a guest post by Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD. All opinions expressed by guest contributors are solely the writer’s own, and are not reflective of the opinions of Historic Health.] Dr. Thomas E. Levy is a board-certified […]

Testosterone—the primary male sex hormone—is like jet fuel for men’s health and vitality. It’s no wonder guys are willing to try all sorts of pills, powders, and therapies to salvage (and boost) this hormone. In fact, the global testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) market recently passed $2 billion. But could boosting your T levels be as […]

Zinc is a nutrient found in cells throughout the human body. It’s a trace mineral, which means the body needs very small amounts. Zinc is essential for more than 100 enzymes to carry out their function.