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What is L-Theanine? Benefits, Dosage and Side Effects
If you have ever noticed that a cup of green tea leaves you in a different state than coffee — calmer, yet equally alert — you have probably already felt the effect of L-theanine without realizing it. This amino acid, found almost exclusively in the leaves of Camellia...
Niacinamide: what it is, benefits and how to use it
If you have checked the ingredient lists of your skincare products in recent years, chances are you have seen this name come up again and again in serums, moisturizers, and even cleansers. Niacinamide has gone from being a niche active ingredient to one of the most...
What is Ashwagandha? Benefits and Contraindications
If you've heard about ashwagandha in recent years, it's no coincidence. This supplement of Ayurvedic origin has gone from the shelves of specialty health stores to the aisles of major supermarkets in less than a decade, and the interest it generates is more than just...
What is HDL Cholesterol? Men/Women Levels and How to Raise It
You've probably heard about good and bad cholesterol more times than you can count. But when you get your blood test results and see those numbers, do you really know what they mean for your health? HDL cholesterol is much more than a figure on a piece of paper. It is...
Periodontitis: what it is, treatment, causes and prevention
Every day I see patients who are surprised when I explain that the "normal" bleeding when brushing their teeth is actually the first sign of a problem that affects nearly half of adult Americans. Periodontitis is one of those silent diseases that advances without pain...