Data Dosing | Erin Umberg

An Alzheimer's Drug Hiding in a Cholesterol Trial?

What if one of the more interesting Alzheimers-prevention signals right now is not coming from an Alzheimer's drug at all—but from a once-daily…

Jun 2 • Erin Umberg

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Most Americans have an Omega-3 Index in the "high-risk" category. But are fish oil supplements more helpful or harmful?

A guide to omega-3 forms, benefits, and risks; how to know if you even need to supplement (the Omega-3 Index is better than what your doctor probably…

May 14 • Erin Umberg

Could a cheap, generic drug improve cancer outcomes in over a dozen tumor types?

What the research actually shows and an unusual dose-dependent twist where getting too much could backfire

Apr 9 • Erin Umberg

Two Simple Blood Tests That Could Rewrite Your Health Plan

Two genetic biomarkers quietly drive cardiovascular and Alzheimer's risk in millions of people. A guide to what they mean, what to do about them (highly…

Mar 26 • Erin Umberg

DIY Supplement Vetting: A Guide to Quality Check any Brand

I'll walk you through how to know if your supplement brand is safe(r) and the ABCs of NSF, USP, CLP, IFOS, and other quality certifications (bad news…

Mar 6 • Erin Umberg

Is Your Creatine Safe? A Deep Dive into Common Contaminants, How to Buy Safely, and Myths

Plus: My top 3 recommendations for safe, vetted Creatine brands

Feb 6 • Erin Umberg

The Creatine Craze: is it all it’s cracked up to be? (Part 1 of 3)

If you’re a healthy adult solely taking creatine for muscle gains or cognitive benefits, you’re most likely paying for expensive urine at best; or a…

Jan 21 • Erin Umberg

Data Dosing

I'm a former scientist (Stanford trained) turned IP lawyer, with a passion for patient advocacy, health + human biology, and an aversion to pseudoscience. Follow along for science and health tips based on data, not hype.