Supplemental Melatonin: Immune Response and Inflammation
Melatonin is important for setting your circadian rhythm and for immune health. Dig into the details on melatonin supplements, scientific research, and more.
Supplement Research
Do you ever wonder if supplements actually work?
My goal here is to present unbiased research on natural supplements and to explore how genetic variants impact the effect of supplements. We are all unique, so the articles explain how the supplements are absorbed, transported, and metabolized.
Where to start?
- Lithium orotate and B12
- Nattokinase and Lumbrokinase for dissolving clots
- Luteolin as an antihistamine and for brain fog
- Berberine: research on the absorption and benefits
Latest articles about Supplement Research:
Hesperidin: An anti-inflammatory and immune boosting citrus flavonoid
In a nutshell, the anti-inflammatory flavonoid found in citrus called hesperidin may help with cardiovascular health and preventing neuroinflammation. Learn more about this flavonoid found in citrus fruits.
Lithium Orotate: Mood, Alzheimer’s, and Aging
Studies show that lithium in ground water is linked to lower levels of Alzheimers, depression, and aggression. Find out how lithium may be important in Alzheimer’s prevention.
Vitamin D, Genes, and Your Immune System
Vitamin D is more than just a ‘vitamin’. It is actually a hormone essential to many processes in your body – including your immune system. Learn how vitamin D helps the immune response to coronavirus, flu, and other respiratory viruses.
Fisetin: Antioxidant and Senolytic
Fisetin is a natural flavonol found in several types of fruits and vegetables and may prove to be a critical anti-aging component. In several recent studies, fisetin clears out senescent cells holding a lot of promise for healthy aging. Learn more about the newest research into this possible longevity compound.
Metformin: Longevity research and genetics
A decades-old diabetes drug now holds promise for increasing healthspan. Research shows that metformin may reduce the risk of some of the diseases of aging, thus increasing the number of years someone is healthy.
Plant Sterols for Lowering Cholesterol? Depends on Your Genes
Plant sterols are known as a ‘heart-healthy’ way to lower cholesterol. But, it turns out that they may only lower cholesterol only in people with certain genetic variants. Check your genes to see if adding plant sterols is worthwhile for you.
Will taking vitamin E increase your risk of cancer?
Vitamin E is an antioxidant often recommended as a supplement to prevent everything from heart disease to skin aging. But does everyone actually benefit from vitamin E supplements?
Is the nootropic drug modafinil likely to work for you?
Modafinil is being used as a nootropic drug that increases alertness and gives a sense of well-being — to some users. Like most drugs, individual results seem to vary. Discover if this could be a viable option for you.