Cardiovascular Diseases
Berberine and Alpha Lipoic Acid: Do They Work Better Together?
What You Should Know
Berberine activates AMPK, signaling cells to absorb glucose and burn fat. Human trials show reductions in fasting blood…

How to Reduce ApoB Levels: Diet, Lifestyle & Supplements
Your ApoB came back elevated. Maybe your doctor flagged it. Maybe you ordered a panel yourself and the number surprised you — especially if your LDL…
Homocysteine Testing Guide: Ranges, Results and When It Matters
The homocysteine test measures a specific marker that reflects how well your body processes B vitamins and manages a cycle called one-carbon metabolism. When this system works efficiently, homocysteine levels stay low. When it doesn’t, levels…
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) Test: What It Means for Heart Health
Your doctor orders a standard cholesterol panel. Your LDL cholesterol comes back normal. You’re told your heart disease risk is low.
But what if that blood test missed something?
Growing evidence shows that traditional cholesterol tests can…
Glycated Serum Protein (GSP) Test: What You Should Know
Your doctor orders an HbA1c test and the results don’t match your daily glucose readings. Or maybe you have sickle cell trait and standard diabetes tests aren’t giving accurate information.
The glycated serum protein (GSP) test provides…
Uric Acid Test: Ranges, Results & What They Mean
Your physician orders routine blood work, and tucked away in the results is a line for uric acid. Most patients skip right past it, figuring it’s only a concern if they have gout.
Big mistake.
Getting your uric acid tested gives insight…
Is Ergothioneine the Next Big Longevity Nutrient?
Until recently, ergothioneine was an obscure amino acid derivative hiding in plain sight in everyday foods. Now some leading scientists are calling it a potential “longevity vitamin” because of how specifically the body absorbs and distributes…
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Levels: Normal, High and When to Test
C-reactive protein is produced by your body whenever there is inflammation. It’s an acute phase protein, which means it increases quickly in response to a problem and then subsides once the issue is resolved.
By knowing your CRP, you get an…
NAD+ and Heart Health: A Review
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally: 17.9 million people each year[1]. With aging populations and a rising tide of heart disease, scientists are searching for novel ways to support cardiac health.
One molecule…
Does Turmeric Lower Cholesterol Levels? What Science Says
High cholesterol affects nearly 94 million American adults. Many people seek natural options to support their cardiovascular health alongside conventional treatments.
Turmeric, a vibrant spice common in Asian dishes and used in traditional…
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