Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD
Vitamin D Directly Controls Dopamine Production in Human Brain Neurons According to Cui et al. Research
New research reveals vitamin D receptors are physically present in dopamine-producing brain neurons, where they directly control neurotransmitter synthesis and…
Ubiquinol Marketing Claims Don’t Match Scientific Evidence on CoQ10 Absorption
Recent comparative studies show ubiquinol's marketed superiority over ubiquinone isn't supported by bioavailability data. Manufacturing processes, not molecular form, determine…
High-Dose Zinc Supplements May Create Copper Deficiency, Warn Nutrition Experts
High-dose zinc supplements create dangerous copper deficiency through competitive absorption, leading to anemia and immune dysfunction. Experts recommend balanced 15:1…
Magnesium Deficiency May Impair Insulin Sensitivity Through Receptor Signaling
New research reveals magnesium's crucial role in insulin receptor function, with deficiency reducing receptor activation by 50%. Large population studies…
Magnesium Supplements: Marketing Claims vs Scientific Evidence
Marketing claims about magnesium forms targeting specific organs lack human clinical evidence. All magnesium salts release identical ions in the…
Why High-Dose Vitamin B12 Supplements Work Despite Poor Absorption
Research reveals how vitamin B12 supplements overcome absorption limitations through a backup pathway. While efficiency drops dramatically at high doses,…
CoQ10’s Primary Role in Heart Energy Production Extends Beyond Antioxidant Effects
New research reveals CoQ10's critical role as an electron shuttle in cellular energy production extends beyond antioxidant effects. Statins reduce…
Mitochondria Function as Cellular Control Centers Beyond Energy Production, Study Shows
New research reveals mitochondria function as sophisticated cellular control centers regulating inflammation, aging, and disease progression. The study challenges traditional…