At Authentic Health, we believe healthy skin is a reflection of overall wellness and longevity. Whether you’re dealing with dry winter skin in Asheville, NC, or humidity-related skin barrier issues in Greenville, NC, understanding how moisturizers work is essential for maintaining healthy, resilient skin at every age. This article is part of The Skin Longevity…
This article is part of The Skin Longevity Masterclass, an evidence-based series on strategies for lifelong skin health. In earlier articles, we discussed the skin as a longevity organ, the role of sunscreen, and the benefits of retinoids. Now in Part 4, we turn to antioxidants and serums that defend the skin against oxidative stress…
This article continues The Skin Longevity Masterclass, a step-by-step guide to evidence-based skin health and prevention. In Part 1, we introduced the skin as a longevity organ, and in Part 2, we covered sunscreen as the foundation of daily protection. Here in Part 3, we explore retinoids, the gold standard for reversing and preventing signs…
This article is part of The Skin Longevity Masterclass, an evidence-based series on how to keep skin healthy, resilient, and youthful across the decades. In Part 1, we explored skin as a longevity organ. Today, we turn to the most powerful external tool for preserving skin health — sunscreen and daily light protection. When thinking…
When you look in the mirror, your skin is telling a story, a story about your current health and the quality of your future years. It reflects your stress levels, your sleep quality, the amount of inflammation you carry, and even your hormone balance. In many ways, your skin is a mirror of your longevity.…
Weight loss drugs like semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound) continue to have their moment in the medical space. And now we have two oral options on the market! Because of the ever-changing landscape with weight loss medications, I thought it’d be good to give you a run-down on these oral medications, how good they are…
Many people believe they simply don’t have time to exercise, cook healthier meals, or prioritize sleep. As a physician, I hear this often in my clinic, especially when we discuss lifestyle changes. But when we take a closer look, the issue is usually not a true lack of time. More often, it is a matter…
Dr. Vickery and Dr. Jackson recently sat down with Asheville-native Jason Moore, founder of EliteHRV/Spren, for a live Q&A discussion on precision medicine, the impact of stress on our health, the value of nutrients, peptides, and more. The conversation covers a wide range of topics and offers valuable insights into how to care for your…
Most people I see don’t struggle from a lack of information but rather from a lack of direction and priority. I want to show you a recent case report of what can happen when a personalized plan is paired with structure and coaching. This patient is young, health-conscious, but very busy. Despite knowing what to…
NAD+ supplements are everywhere right now — IV clinics, social media, longevity podcasts. Many cost hundreds of dollars. The problem is that most people using them don’t understand how NAD+ actually works in the body and may be spending a lot of money for very little benefit. I want to spend some time talking about…
