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6 Tips to Balance Your Oral Microbiome (From an Oral Surgeon)
As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMF), I see the damage we do to our mouths everyday. Because the mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body, it’s important to be mindful of everything we put in our mouths — not just the products we consume. We call the group of microorganisms that […]
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Here’s What Happens When You Take Zicam
Cold and flu symptoms can throw your whole week out of whack: the sore throat, the coughing, the fatigue. In an age of space travel and FaceTime, you’d think we’d be able to cure a measly cold. And yet, here we are, sauntering through the drugstore. One of the go-to treatments for colds and flus is Zicam. It’s popular, it’s cheap, and it’s everywhere—does Zicam actually work?
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People Say Biotin Causes Weight Gain. Are They Onto Something?
As is so often the case with weight gain, the data surrounding the issue is complex. On one hand, excess B vitamin intake has been connected to obesity, and yet on the other, there’s evidence that biotin (which is part of the B vitamin complex) increases metabolism. So what gives—does biotin put pounds on, or […]
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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?
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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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
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?
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?
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
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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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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Welcome to Historic Health
I’m excited and honored to introduce Historic Health: a new platform for navigating emerging, alternative, holistic, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to shine a light on health and wellness topics that are often ignored, misunderstood, or cynically dismissed. We believe that new sources of physical progress, emotional wellbeing, and human longevity may come from […]
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