Belch it from the rooftops. Scientists in Germany recently published findings from a study that fraternity houses have been informally conducting for generations. They purchased 65 different beers from local supermarkets and tested them for their health benefits — in particular their vitamin B content. Beer, whether it’s alcoholic or not, is rich in essential nutrients, … Read more
Beautiful skin does come from within… the skin of a certain superfood. Researchers from the University of Otago in New Zealand have found a direct correlation between collagen production and the amount of vitamin C in our daily diets. The study, published in the International Journal of Investigative Dermatology, found that vitamin C levels in skin cells … Read more
Health officials in the Land Down Under are cracking down on a popular supplement. Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) announced this week that it will roll out new sales restrictions and labeling rules for vitamin B6 products, warning that prolonged high doses can cause potentially dangerous side effects. “You can have too much of a … Read more
Vitamin D is known to be essential to many aspects of human health — but a new study suggests that taking a certain form of it can have a negative effect. The more potent and longer-lasting form, vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is produced naturally when the body is exposed to sunlight and is also found in animal products, while … Read more
Previous research has linked a common vitamin to a slowdown in aging — and now a new Harvard study appears to confirm those findings. The study, which was published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that taking a daily vitamin D pill prevented telomeres from shortening, a hallmark of aging. Telomeres, which are often compared … Read more
Researchers are over the moon about a special form of vitamin D for autism. Studies indicate that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) tend to have lower levels of vitamin D compared to their peers — the so-called “sunshine vitamin” is crucial for fetal brain development. Unfortunately, research exploring the effects of traditional vitamin D … Read more
Vitamin D is widely known for boosting bone health, muscle strength and immune function, but it also has a range of other benefits — including cancer prevention. A new study published in the journal Nutrients suggests that the common vitamin is effective in preventing and treating colorectal cancer. Hungarian researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 50 previous studies … Read more
Previous research has shown that vitamin D deficiency can increase the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) — and a new study suggests that supplementing it in high doses could help reduce symptoms. The study included 303 adults in France who had experienced clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) — which is a single, initial period of neurological symptoms that could lead … Read more
Doctors in West Texas are seeing measles patients whose illnesses have been complicated by an alternative therapy endorsed by vaccine skeptics including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary. Parents in Gaines County, Texas, the center of a raging measles outbreak, have increasingly turned to supplements and unproven treatments to protect their children, many of … Read more
A new report from Kayak.com is revealing the predicted travel trends that could dominate the next five years. One standout from the booking platform’s “What the Future Report” is “Vitamin T” — the “T” stands for travel — a concept that represents people vacationing for wellness experiences in hopes of extending their lifespans. “By 2030, ‘Vitamin T’ … Read more
Astronaut Kellie Gerardi is counting down to lifting off. Gerardi made headlines in 2023 when she went to space aboard a Virgin Galactic suborbital flight, becoming one of less than a hundred women to slip the surly bonds of Earth. Not to mention, she’s built up quite a following on TikTok. Now she is slated to return to … Read more
QUESTION: Hi Dr. Zac, am I being hoodwinked into buying vitamin supplements, or do they actually work? I’ve been feeling constantly tired despite getting enough sleep, and I suspect I might be low on iron. I’ve looked into supplements, but there are so many options. I’m even being targeted on social media with subscription services, based on … Read more
Google searches for “does vitamin A help with measles” have skyrocketed by more than 5000% over the past month as the highly contagious virus continues to spread across the country. The surge in online interest comes after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. touted vitamin A as a potential treatment for the … Read more
The days are shorter, you’re hibernating inside — and there’s a good chance you’re not getting enough vitamin D. About 40% of Americans aren’t. But in case you’re waiting for a sign from your body to pick up a supplement, an expert has broken down the symptoms that may spell danger for your vitamin D … Read more
High doses of vitamin C could be a new breakthrough in treating cancer. The University of Iowa Health Care Carver College of Medicine has shared results from a randomized, phase 2 trial testing the impact of adding high-dose vitamin C to intravenous chemotherapy treatments for pancreatic cancer patients. The researchers found that administering 75 grams of … Read more
Just what the doctor ordered? Vitamin patches are designed to deliver nutrients to the bloodstream through the skin — they have become all the rage among people who can’t swallow pills, forget to take them or have digestive issues. One market research firm projected the global vitamin patch industry will grow from $6.6 billion to … Read more
Experts are sounding the alarm after a man recently died from a Vitamin D overdose. David Mitchener, 89, passed away in suburban London, England, after taking high levels of the supplement for nine months prior to his death. Members of the local medical community are now taking the opportunity to warn the public of the … Read more
Vitamin D — “the sunshine vitamin” that our bodies make when we’re exposed to sunlight — is critical to our health. It’s essential for healthy bones and teeth, inflammation regulation, immune system support, and other tasks. A new report, presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 conference, suggests the current US recommended dietary allowance (RDA) … Read more
Are you in the dark about your vitamin D levels? Experts are shedding light on whether or not you might be lacking an important vitamin when the days get shorter. Vitamin D is important for multiple bodily functions and is most responsible for helping the body absorb calcium, essential for strong and healthy bones, according … Read more
According to a new study from Tufts University, adults who suffered from varying rates of cognitive decline had better cognitive function with higher levels of vitamin D in their brains. People get vitamin D from sun exposure, foods (such as fatty fish), and supplements. A new study, the first to examine vitamin D levels in … Read more