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Best Supplements for Migraines and Headaches: Evidence-Based Options | Dr. Jeffrey Peng MD
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng , a board-certified sports medicine physician practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area. Published March 1, 2026. As a sports medicine physician, I see many patients dealing with migraines and chronic headaches who would prefer to minimize their reliance on prescription medications. The good news is that a handful of supplements are supported by solid clinical research for migraine prevention. In this post, I review the top three evidence-based supp
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 14 min read


Visceral Fat and Arthritis: How Body Fat Affects Your Joints and How to Reduce It
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD — Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician Published: March 1, 2025 | Last Updated: March 1, 2025 Visceral fat is something most people have never heard of, but it may be one of the most important factors in long-term joint health. Unlike the fat you can pinch under your skin, visceral fat hides deep inside your abdomen, surrounding your organs. It does not simply sit there quietly — it actively drives systemic inflammation, fuels metabolic s
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 16 min read


Best Supplements for Migraines and Headaches: What the Research Shows
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD — Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician Published: March 1, 2026 | Last Updated: March 1, 2026 Migraines and chronic headaches are among the most common and debilitating conditions I see in clinical practice. Many patients are understandably frustrated — they want relief without relying entirely on prescription medications. The good news is that several supplements have been rigorously studied in randomized controlled trials and shown real
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 16 min read


3-Step Evidence-Based Protocol to Eliminate Knee Arthritis Pain
Osteoarthritis is now recognized as a metabolic disease. Learn the 3-step evidence-based protocol — metabolic health optimization, PRP injection therapy, and targeted exercise — to reduce knee arthritis pain and restore mobility.
Jeffrey Peng MD
Feb 258 min read


How to Optimize PRP Injections for the Best Results
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD — Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician PRP can work incredibly well for tendons, joints, and soft-tissue injuries—but a lot of people still get disappointing results. Here’s the pattern I see over and over again: two people get the same PRP injection, from the same doctor, using the same technique—and one improves dramatically while the other barely notices a change. And most of the time, it’s not because the injection was done wrong. What
Jeffrey Peng MD
Feb 255 min read


The Incredible Health Benefits of Ginger - Revealed!
Ginger has long been a cornerstone in both culinary and traditional medicinal practices for thousands of years. Known for its potent...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Feb 24, 20243 min read


Is BPC 157 the Future of Healing?
Is BPC 157 a breakthrough compound that could transform the way we approach healing and recovery? It’s advertised to not only accelerate...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Dec 11, 20234 min read


Avoid These 5 'Healthy' Foods Secretly Filled with Sugar
What if I told you that some of your favorite “healthy” snacks are secretly packed with more sugar than a dessert? Popular health foods...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Nov 28, 20235 min read


Sugar: Sweet Joy or Silent Killer?
Sugar is everywhere. And who doesn’t enjoy a little sweetness in our lives? But the bitter truth is that sugar is a silent threat that...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Nov 13, 20235 min read


Why Arthritis Sufferers Need More Magnesium!
Magnesium deficiency has been linked to worse arthritis. What’s more concerning is that almost 75% of adult Americans don’t consume...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Nov 6, 20235 min read


New Study Confirms These Statin Side Effects are True!
A new study now confirms what many patients have been telling their doctors for years. There is a clear link between statins and tendon...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Nov 6, 20236 min read


The 3 WORST Foods for Arthritis
We are going to go over the three worst types of foods if you have arthritis. And that’s because the food you eat could have a...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Nov 6, 20235 min read


Vitamin D: The Secret to Solving Arthritis Pain?
Can vitamin D help treat symptoms related to arthritis? There's a lot of excitement surrounding supplements and alternative forms of...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Nov 6, 20235 min read


Boswellia Serrata Health Benefits: Pain, Inflammation, Arthritis, Asthma, Gut, Cancer, & More!
Boswellia serrata has incredibly powerful anti-inflammatory effects that can reduce pain and inflammation. In addition, it may have anti...
Jeffrey Peng MD
Oct 30, 20235 min read


Collagen Type 2 for Joint and Knee Pain
Collagen supplements are advertised to help reduce joint pain, improve stiffness, and slow down the progression of arthritis. But do they ACTUALLY work? 🤔 Let’s look at what some recent clinical trials say. 👇 Collagen is a type of protein that is naturally found in the body and is a key component of cartilage. Articular cartilage is what helps pad and protect our bones. Osteoarthritis by definition is caused by the loss of articular cartilage. The theory is that taking coll
Jeffrey Peng MD
Sep 20, 20234 min read


The 3 Best Arthritis Supplements that ACTUALLY Work!
I’m going to go over the three best supplements that can reduce pain, improve function, and decrease stiffness related to arthritis. These natural remedies have the potential to transform your quality of life. I’m also going to give you one essential tip to look out for when selecting a supplement brand. Many people seek out supplements because they tend to offer a more natural approach to treatment. The top three supplements that I recommend for treating symptoms related to
Jeffrey Peng MD
Sep 3, 20235 min read


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Sep 26, 20220 min read


Turmeric More Effective Than Placebo in Treatment of Knee Arthritis
Turmeric has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Studies show it can be beneficial in the treatment of knee arthritis.
Jeffrey Peng MD
Dec 3, 20201 min read


Higher Plant Protein Intake Reduces Risk of Overall Mortality
While it is impossible for some people to be vegetarian, avoiding animal meat one or two days of the week will do wonders for your health.
Jeffrey Peng MD
Sep 10, 20203 min read


10 Best Health Reasons to Drink Coffee
Coffee has many health benefits including reducing your mortality risk.
Jeffrey Peng MD
Sep 3, 20203 min read
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