Forty-two years of nutrition science from the team behind MDR. Energy, longevity, immunity, and the daily routines that hold up.
Creatine has been tested in more than 20 randomized trials in adults over 50 who lift weights. What the trials found, how much to take, which form to buy, and the honest caveats about water weight and kidney tests.
Read the article →
We found no trial that tests creatine and NMN together. Here is what each one has going for it, why the pairing makes sense on paper, who a combined product suits, and who should simply buy plain creatine instead.
The brain uses creatine to recycle energy, as muscle does, and supplements raise brain creatine a little. The memory research is promising but mixed. Here is what the biggest trial found, where the signals are, and what is still unsettled.
When to take creatine and NMN, what to stir them into, what happens if you miss a day, and what your doctor should know before your next blood test.
Glycinate, citrate, oxide: what the different forms of magnesium actually change, how much a supplement should add to your diet, the 350 mg upper limit, and which medications need a few hours of space.
NMN raises NAD+ in the blood in human trials, and so far it looks well tolerated. Whether that turns into stronger muscles, better metabolism or more energy in healthy people is another question. A read of the human trials, including the ones with negative results.
They are cousins, not the same fruit, and the difference shows up in the flesh. Here is what separates them botanically, why bilberry is the one supplement labels reach for, and what the anthocyanins actually are.
Delta is one of four tocotrienols, annatto is the one source that arrives without tocopherols attached, and DeltaGold is a specific branded concentrate. Here is how those three things relate.
Men need less than half the iron premenopausal women do, and have almost no route to lose the excess. That asymmetry is why most men's multivitamins are built differently, and why a standalone iron pill is the wrong default.
Krill oil bottles show far smaller EPA and DHA numbers than fish oil, which looks like a straightforward loss until you understand how the omega-3s are packaged. Here is the actual difference.
Most resveratrol on the shelf comes from Japanese knotweed, not grapes, and "500 mg" usually describes the extract rather than the resveratrol in it. Here is how to read the difference.
Two products can both say "saw palmetto 500 mg" and contain almost nothing in common. The active compounds live in the berry's oil, and most of the research used one specific kind of extract.
Water-soluble vitamins leave the body in hours, which is why a once-daily multivitamin produces a spike and a long tail of nothing. Here is what the split-dose approach is trying to solve, and when it is worth the extra step.
Vitamin E is not one compound. It is a family of eight, and nearly every multivitamin carries only one of them. Here is what the other seven are and why the distinction is not academic.
Most CoQ10 sold is ubiquinone, the oxidised form. Ubiquinol is the reduced form your cells actually use. Here is what the difference is, when it matters, and when it does not.
Colostrum is the first milk a cow produces after calving, and it is compositionally nothing like regular milk. Here is what is in it, what the immunoglobulin percentage refers to, and what survives digestion.
Most prostate formulas are a long list of botanicals at doses too small to matter. Here is what separates a serious panel from a padded one, and the questions worth asking before you spend anything.
Almost every supplement label says "daily". A few are built around a deliberate pause instead. Here is what cycling is for, where the idea comes from, and what an effervescent format changes about it.
“Energy” on a supplement label means two completely different things. Here is how to tell which one you are buying, and the four things worth checking before you do.
Enzymes and probiotics sit next to each other on the shelf and do almost nothing alike. One breaks food down at the meal; the other is live bacteria that settle in further downstream. Here is how to tell which one you are actually shopping for.
Milligrams tell you almost nothing about an enzyme. Activity units are the number that matters, and proprietary blends are designed so you cannot see them. Here is how to compare two bottles honestly.
NAD⁺ is in every cell you have, and levels measure lower in older adults. Here is what the research establishes, what it does not, and how to read a label that mentions it.
Pineapple, papaya, raw honey and fermented foods all carry enzymes of their own. Here is what each contributes, what heat does to them, and an honest look at how much food enzymes really survive the stomach.
Your body makes digestive enzymes in the mouth, stomach, and pancreas, and each one has a narrow job. Here is what they are, which food each type works on, and why output changes over time.
Enzymes are specific: a protease does nothing to fat, and lipase does nothing to starch. Here is a food-by-food map of which enzyme handles what, and how to match a panel to the meals that actually bother you.
Iron is an essential mineral that plays a critical role in our overall health, impacting everything from energy levels to immune function. However, the need for iron varies between men and women, and understanding these differences is crucial for maintaining optimal health. This article touches on some of the reasons w
Maintaining cognitive health and enhancing memory is crucial as we age. A combination of nutrient-rich foods and targeted supplements can support brain function. This article explores effective dietary choices and supplements, backed by peer-reviewed scientific research. The Role of Diet in Brain Health 1. Fatty Fish:
About 38 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10), and approximately 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that acts like a key to let blood sugar into cells for use as energy. As long as enough insulin is produced, blood sugar levels remain normal. But […]
Are you ready to unleash your cognitive potential and keep your brain sharp as a tack? Imagine a world where remembering names, staying focused, and thinking clearly are effortless tasks. You can help turn that dream into reality knowing groundbreaking research has uncovered an ally in the quest for brain health: multi
Niacin, also known as Vitamin B3, is an essential nutrient for good health. It also has long been utilized as a treatment to manage high cholesterol levels, when taken in high dosages. It is no longer the most popular cholesterol lowering option because of its side effects like skin flushing, upset stomach, liver toxic
As we age, our bodies undergo many changes, and one of the most significant concerns is the loss of muscle mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. Sarcopenia affects a large portion of the older folks and can have detrimental effects on health and quality of life. Here are five exercises which can be […]
Scientists are beginning to fast forward research that may unlock how to reverse the aging process. In labs around the world top researchers are following clues that may lead to an understanding of how to halt and “yes” even rewind some of the deterioration we call aging. Leading expert Aubrey DeGrey, found
Here are some new findings about the wonderful benefits of vitamin D. 1. Possible prevention against autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis (MS): Researchers conclude that low vitamin D levels are directly connected to cases of MS in the study of more than 3,000 families. 2. Regulating the release of insulin: Res
