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C15:0 (Pentadecanoic Acid): Could This Be the First Newly Recognized Essential Fatty Acid in Nearly 100 Years?
Could C15:0 (pentadecanoic acid) become the first newly recognized essential fatty acid in nearly a century? Emerging research suggests this naturally occurring odd-chain saturated fatty acid may support healthy cell membranes, mitochondrial function, metabolic health, and healthy aging. Learn what current science tells us about food sources, supplements, recommended intake, and why researchers are paying close attention to this unique nutrient.

David Stephen Klein, MD FACA FACPM
Aug 77 min read


Pepto-Bismol®: An Under-appreciated Treatment for Dyspepsia, Traveler's Diarrhea, and Foodborne Illness Prevention
Discover the evidence-based uses of Pepto-Bismol® for functional dyspepsia, traveler's diarrhea, foodborne illness, and Helicobacter pylori. Learn when it works, how to use it safely, and why this century-old medication remains an important part of modern digestive care.

David Stephen Klein, MD FACA FACPM
Aug 65 min read


How Room Humidity Affects Sleep Quality: An Overlooked Variable in Restorative Sleep
Most people focus on sleep duration, mattress quality, or circadian rhythm when trying to improve sleep. Few realize that bedroom humidity can profoundly influence airway comfort, thermoregulation, snoring, sleep fragmentation, and even overnight hormone balance. Maintaining proper humidity may be one of the simplest and least appreciated interventions for improving restorative sleep.

David S. Klein, MD FACA FACPM
Jun 235 min read
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