Today’s cardiometabolic care is moving beyond a singular focus on LDL cholesterol toward a more comprehensive therapeutic strategy. Properly formulated and prescribed, niacin merits renewed consideration as an evidence-based nutritional intervention that favorably impacts multiple lipid parameters associated with atherosclerotic CVD.
For more than 30 years, Isaac Eliaz, MD, MS, LAc, has investigated Galectin-3 and its role in inflammation, fibrosis, cancer, kidney injury, sepsis, and emerging therapeutic approaches.
Why do two patients with similar metabolic profiles sometimes respond so differently to the same GLP-1 medication? Galectin-3 may offer an important clue. This emerging biomarker provides insight into the inflammatory and fibrotic “metabolic terrain” that may influence GLP-1 treatment response.
A new study explores whether combining L-theanine and caffeine may help support selective attention and promote a state of calm alertness.
A new study suggests that specific ingredients in ultraprocessed foods may be linked to a higher risk of developing hypertension.
The gut is often where complex physiology becomes visible—not necessarily where it begins. Explore a structured laboratory and systems-based approach for identifying upstream drivers and sequencing care in gut-first presentations.
Nicotinic acid has a distinctive role in nutritional lipid support. By influencing free-fatty-acid release, hepatic triglyceride production, and VLDL synthesis, niacin works upstream in lipid metabolism. Published clinical research has also examined its effects on lipoprotein(a), an important largely inherited cardiovascular biomarker. This article explores niacin’s mechanisms, its relationship with NAD+, and how extended-release delivery may help address flushing and improve long-term adherence.
A randomized trial found that 100 mcg of vitamin K2 improved osteocalcin activation in healthy adults. But does that mean stronger bones?
Could essential oils support a healthier gut ecosystem? Learn how aromatic compounds may interact with microbial communities, support relaxation and parasympathetic activity, and contribute to a comprehensive approach to digestive wellness.
In clinical practice, practitioners often see patients with stress-related issues due to lifestyle, environment, and other common stressors. This frequently overlaps with occasional sleep issues, trouble focusing, and heightened reactivity. While many interventions exist, L-theanine—an amino acid naturally found in green tea—has demonstrated a unique ability to promote relaxation withoutRead
