Dr. Eric Verdin studies the biology of aging and how to get and stay healthy. He believes lifestyle factors play the biggest role in how long we live, and supplements could help too. Verdin explained why he takes vitamin D, vitamin B12, creatine, and omega3 fatty acids. A doctor who researches longevity shared the four … Read more
New study reveals low maternal vitamin D levels may ‘fast-forward’ fetal biological clocks, raising questions about long-term health risks and prenatal care strategies. Research: Maternal Vitamin D Deficiency Is a Risk Factor for Infants’ Epigenetic Gestational Age Acceleration at Birth in Japan: A Cohort Study. Image Credit: Fida Olga / Shutterstock In a recent study published in … Read more
Keloids are fibrotic scars that extend beyond the boundaries of the original wound, often causing physical disfigurement and emotional distress. These scars are driven by an overproduction of extracellular matrix components like type I collagen, linked to an imbalance in tissue repair mechanisms. Current treatments show limited efficacy due to an incomplete understanding of the … Read more
n### The Vital Role of Vitamin D: Why Daily Supplementation is Essential In a recent interview on Medika TV, Dr. Alexandru Onofrei, a renowned surgeon, emphasized the critical importance of vitamin D in maintaining overall health. He described it as “more than a vitamin,” highlighting its role as a hormone that significantly boosts immunity. … Read more
Lower serum vitamin D and zinc levels may be considered risk factors for alopecia areata, new findings suggest, suggesting that their measurement can serve as an indicator for alopecia risk and disease severity.1 These findings resulted from new research conducted for the purposes of making a thorough and systematic evaluation of any connections between alopecia … Read more
Are You Overdoing It? Popular Vitamin D Supplements May Pack a Risky Punch Many popular vitamin D supplements on the market contain doses far exceeding recommended daily limits, according to a new report from consumer advocacy group Ökotest. While the study originated in Germany, the findings raise serious concerns for American consumers, as many of … Read more
10 Superfoods Packed with Vitamin D to Fight Deficiency This Winter Vitamin D Rich Foods As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, our bodies may experience a decline in natural vitamin D levels. Known as the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is crucial for maintaining strong bones, promoting immune function, and reducing inflammation. While … Read more