Author Archives: Dr. Cheng

Question: Hi, multiple studies claim Vit C/E blunt hypertrophy and should thus be avoided.  I’d be interested in your opinion on this. Answer: Whether antioxidants including Vit C blunt the effects of exercise on muscle strength has been one of my interests … Continue reading →

High-dose vitamin C (ascorbic acid) infusion has been explored as a potential cancer therapy, and recent studies suggest it may have varying effects based on individual patient characteristics, including ferritin levels. Ferritin is a blood protein that contains iron, and … Continue reading →

Lithium has shown promising potential as an anti-aging agent, based on several studies and research findings: 1. Telomere preservation: Long-term lithium treatment has been associated with longer telomere length in patients with bipolar disorder. Telomeres are protective structures at the … Continue reading →

Intermittent Fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that regulates the body’s metabolic function and promotes health by eating and fasting at set times. Here are several common intermittent fasting methods and how to practice them. 1. 16/8 Fasting This is … Continue reading →

Raw spinach is high in oxalate which can contribute to the formation of kidney stones, particularly calcium oxalate stones.[1][3][4] – Spinach contains higher concentrations of oxalate than most crops, and consuming a normal portion (50-100g) of raw spinach can result … Continue reading →

For chronic cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder), a low-carb/ketogenic diet combined with antioxidant therapy and liver detox can be beneficial in managing the condition. A low-carb/ketogenic diet helps reduce inflammation in the body, including in the gallbladder[1]. It also promotes … Continue reading →

Niacin (vitamin B3) has been found to have synergistic effects with several other vitamins and micronutrients: Omega-3 Fatty Acids The combination of niacin and omega-3 fatty acids demonstrated a synergistic effect, significantly increasing LDL apoE/apoB ratios and LDL apoA1/apoB ratios, … Continue reading →

Several vitamins, micronutrients, and supplements have been studied for potential synergistic effects when combined with near-infrared (NIR) or photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT): Mitochondrial Support and Electron Donors – Methylene blue: Acts as a photosensitizer and electron cycler, enhancing mitochondrial respiration.[1][2] – … Continue reading →

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 →