Author Archives: Dr. Cheng

Niacin, a form of vitamin B3, has shown promise as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease based on recent research: Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine found that niacin, when used in animal models, can limit the progression … Continue reading →

Vitamin C plays an important role in the pathophysiology and potential treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD): Several studies have found that vitamin C deficiency is associated with the progression of AD. Decreased plasma levels of vitamin C have been observed … Continue reading →

Alzheimer’s disease is a complex condition that affects memory and thinking abilities. While scientists are still uncovering its exact causes, inflammation and oxidative stress are believed to be key factors. Imagine inflammation as a kind of internal swelling in the … Continue reading →

American Heart Association’s Irresponsible News Release of the Intermittent Fasting Study (orthomolecular.org)

This is for information exchange only.  Seek medical attention when necessary. Healthy lifestyle: sleep, exercise. Diet: Low-carb diet, avoid ultra-processed foods, avoid seed oils (high Ω-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids or Ω-6 PUFA). Nutritional supplements: Vitamin C, 5,000-10,000 mg/day. Or liposomal … Continue reading →

Integrative Orthomolecular Medicine Recommendations for Sciatica Richard Z. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D. Caution: This is for information exchange only. Use it under the care of a trained and experienced healthcare provider. Sciatica is a debilitating multi-factorial inflammatory disease. Elevated oxidative stress … Continue reading →

Recently, a reader reached out to me regarding a public figure who has been diagnosed with ALS, seeking insights and assistance. In response, I’ve prepared a comprehensive integrative analysis of ALS. This complex condition, similar to other chronic diseases, arises … Continue reading →

Marathon running and similar intense exercise activities do seem to increase oxidative stress levels. A study from the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University found that intense exercise such as marathon running can raise oxidative stress. This increase occurs … Continue reading →

Should you take the ketogenic diet for cancer treatment? This is one of the hottest controversial topics in cancer metabolic treatment. The cancer metabolic theory (based on Warburg’s Effect, further developed by Dr. Thomas Seyfried) posits that cancer cells can’t … Continue reading →

Vitamin C is a multifunctional molecule and its supplementation has been found to be of benefits in many diseases, health maintenance and anti-aging, including but not limited to the following: Table of Contents:  Vitamin C for Obesity and Weight Loss … Continue reading →