• Do You Need a Dopamine Detox?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Jan 20

    Do You Need a Dopamine Detox?

    You refresh your Instagram feed. You check your email (again). You polish off a pint of ice cream. Netflix autoplays yet another episode. All of these stimuli give you quick hits of pleasure, but over time may leave you scatter-brained and stressed. That’s partly because your brain is getting flooded with dopamine. In case you […]

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  • There’s a War on Seed Oils. Are They Actually Bad For You?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Jan 17

    There’s a War on Seed Oils. Are They Actually Bad For You?

    If you go down the rabbit hole of health content, it’s only a matter of time before you find shocking news about a product you probably have in your pantry: seed oil. These oils—made from plants like canola and corn—are cheap, versatile, and found everywhere from gourmet restaurants to fast food chains. They flew under […]

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  • High Vitamin B12 Levels and Cancer: Is There a Link?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Jan 11

    High Vitamin B12 Levels and Cancer: Is There a Link?

    If you’ve heard rumblings about a potential link between vitamin B12 and cancer, you might be tempted to throw your supplements out the window. Not so fast, though—this is likely a matter of correlation, not causation. 

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  • NMN Supplements Were Called the “Fountain of Youth.” Then the FDA Banned Them.
    By Historic Health Staff
    Jan 04

    NMN Supplements Were Called the “Fountain of Youth.” Then the FDA Banned Them.

    Look around and you’ll find all sorts of techniques people use to look and feel younger. But if you’re after more sustainable results, there’s one anti-aging product that’s sparking a global conversation: nicotinamide mononucleotide, or NMN.

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  • 4 Nutrient Deficiencies That Can Cause Canker Sores
    By Historic Health Staff
    Dec 28

    4 Nutrient Deficiencies That Can Cause Canker Sores

    1 out of every 5 people get canker sores at some point in their life, making them one of the most common oral health conditions. Despite their prevalence, the medical community still hasn’t pinpointed what causes them. Some say it’s genetic, others say the immune system is to blame. But there’s one potential cause of […]

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  • Creatine Deficiency and Autism: Is There a Link?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Dec 23

    Creatine Deficiency and Autism: Is There a Link?

    When you hear about creatine, you might think of bodybuilders with bulging muscles. However, the conversation is shifting from the weight room to the laboratory as researchers explore a (potential) link between creatine and autism spectrum disorder.

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  • Vitamin D Injections are Popular Online—But What Do Scientists Say?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Dec 20

    Vitamin D Injections are Popular Online—But What Do Scientists Say?

    Despite interest in health and wellness rising, it’s estimated that at least 42% of the US population doesn’t get enough vitamin D. Insufficiency and outright deficiency in the so-called sunshine vitamin (based on our ability to synthesize vitamin D through the absorption of UVB rays) is a growing global problem.

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  • ​​6 Signs Your Immune System Is Strong Enough
    By Historic Health Staff
    Dec 16

    ​​6 Signs Your Immune System Is Strong Enough

    Until the first sign of a sniffle, it’s easy to take your good health for granted. But as you reach for the zinc and vitamin C, you might find yourself wondering: Is falling prey to a cold just a bit of bad luck, or the sign of a deeper-rooted immune issue?

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  • My Supplement Formula: Sara Quiriconi
    By Historic Health Staff
    Dec 13

    My Supplement Formula: Sara Quiriconi

    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.

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  • What are Macronutrients, a.k.a. “Macros”?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Dec 07

    What are Macronutrients, a.k.a. “Macros”?

    Have you recently heard someone talking about “counting macros,” and wondered what they were talking about? When we talk about macros, we’re talking about macronutrientsL a category of nutrients that your body simply can’t live without.

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  • Immunity Shots: Is This Health Hack Worth the Hype?
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 28

    Immunity Shots: Is This Health Hack Worth the Hype?

    As flu season gets into full swing, you might be on the lookout for new ways to boost your immune system. Most of us know about flu shots, but there’s another type of shot that could help you stave off sickness—and it doesn’t involve a needle. We’re talking about immunity shots. Convenient, tasty, and packed […]

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  • Micronutrients 101: Your Essential Guide
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 28

    Micronutrients 101: Your Essential Guide

    You may think you’ve never heard of micronutrients. But have you heard of vitamins and minerals? That’s what we’re referring to when we use the term “micronutrients.” The “micro” in the name refers to the amount our bodies need to function properly (read: not very much). 

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  • Zinc
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Zinc

    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.

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  • Calcium
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Calcium

    Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. It’s most often associated with healthy bones and teeth, although it also plays an important role in blood clotting, helping muscles to contract, and regulating normal heart rhythms and nerve functions.

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  • Chromium
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Chromium

    Chromium is an essential mineral that the human body needs in trace amounts. Chromium enhances the action of insulin, the hormone that helps blood sugar enter cells so it can be used for energy. It is also involved in the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrate, proteins, and fats.

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  • Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)

    Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, keeps blood and nerve cells healthy, helps make DNA, and plays a key role in energy production. Vitamin B12 is naturally found in most animal foods. It can also be added to foods or supplements.

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  • Vitamin B9 (Folate or Folic Acid)
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Vitamin B9 (Folate or Folic Acid)

    Vitamin B9 (commonly known as “folate”) is naturally present in many foods. Folate is primarily needed to make DNA and other genetic material. It also enables cells to divide. A form of folate, called folic acid, is used in fortified foods and most dietary supplements.

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  • Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Vitamin B7 (Biotin)

    Vitamin B7, more popularly known as biotin, is a water-soluble B vitamin found naturally in some foods and also in supplements. Like other B-vitamins it helps enzymes to break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins in food. However, its key function is to help regulate signals sent by cells and the activity of genes.

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  • Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

    Vitamin B6 is naturally present in many foods and required by the body for more than 100 enzyme reactions involved in metabolism. It also assists brain development during pregnancy as well as immune function.

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  • Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 23

    Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

    Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) is one of eight B vitamins and an essential nutrient that is naturally present in a wide variety of plant and animal foods. The main function of this water-soluble B vitamin is in the synthesis of coenzyme A (CoA) and acyl carrier protein which aids fatty acid synthesis.

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