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Guides on supplements, nutrition and the research behind them, written in plain language.

  1. My Fisetin Protocol: Clearing Cellular Debris for Better Aging

    A practitioner's guide to using fisetin as a senolytic—with specific dosing, timing, and what the research actually shows about clearing senescent cel...

    Health & Wellness 9 min read

  2. Electrolyte Timing: When to Take Them for Maximum Energy

    A 2023 study found 68% of athletes mis-time electrolytes. Here's when to take them for sustained energy during workouts.

    Sports & Energy 8 min read

  3. I Used to Skip Glucomannan—Now It's My Go-To for Appetite Control

    A dietitian's practical guide to using konjac root fiber for satiety. Learn the right dose, timing, and mistakes to avoid—based on research, not hype.

    Weight Management 8 min read

  4. Endurance Athletes: Why Your Protein Needs Are Different

    Marathon runners, cyclists, triathletes—your protein needs aren't what you think. A CSCS breaks down the research, timing, and mistakes I see daily.

    Protein & Muscle 8 min read

  5. Niacinamide vs Nicotinic Acid: The Flush-Free Truth About B3 Forms

    Confused about flush-free niacin? Dr. Amanda Foster breaks down the real differences between niacinamide and nicotinic acid for skin, cholesterol, and...

    Vitamins & Minerals 8 min read

  6. Selenium for Thyroid: Why I Stopped Prescribing It Blindly

    I used to recommend selenium to every thyroid patient. New research changed my mind. Here's who actually needs it, the right dose, and what the textbo...

    Vitamins & Minerals 8 min read

  7. Alpha-GPC for Memory: What the Research Actually Shows About Dosing

    Clinical dietitian explains Alpha-GPC's real benefits for memory and focus, with evidence-based dosing and what to watch for. Based on 2024 studies.

    Health & Wellness 8 min read

  8. Taurine's Real Power: Why Athletes Need More Than Energy Drinks

    Taurine isn't just a buzzword in energy drinks. Discover its critical roles in muscle function, cellular hydration, and antioxidant defense for athlet...

    Sports & Energy 8 min read

  9. Water Timing for Weight Loss: When to Drink for Metabolism Boost

    Stop drinking water randomly. An RD explains when to hydrate for appetite control, thermogenesis, and fat oxidation—based on clinical evidence.

    Weight Management 8 min read

  10. Insect Protein vs Plant vs Lab-Grown: What Actually Builds Muscle?

    I used to push whey protein on everyone—until I saw the data on cricket powder. Here's what the research says about emerging protein sources for muscl...

    Protein & Muscle 9 min read

  11. Vitamin C for Skin: What Actually Works (And What's Just Hype)

    RDN explains vitamin C's real role in collagen production, separates topical vs oral benefits, and gives specific supplement recommendations.

    Health & Wellness 8 min read

  12. Magnesium L-Threonate for Brain Fog: What the Research Really Shows

    Dr. Amanda Foster examines whether magnesium L-threonate actually helps with brain fog, memory, and cognitive clarity based on clinical evidence and p...

    Vitamins & Minerals 8 min read

  13. CBD vs CBG for Sleep: What My Patients Actually Experience

    A clinical dietitian compares CBD and CBG for insomnia based on research and patient cases. Get dosing tips and brand recommendations.

    Health & Wellness 8 min read

  14. Why Most Adaptive Athletes Are Underdosing Protein (And What Actually Works)

    Para-athletes need different protein strategies. Here's the evidence-based approach for wheelchair athletes, amputees, and adaptive sports performance...

    Protein & Muscle 9 min read

  15. Schisandra Berry: The Adaptogen I Was Wrong About for Endurance

    I used to dismiss schisandra as just another herbal trend—until I saw patients' cortisol profiles improve. Here's what changed my mind about this five...

    Herbs & Botanicals 8 min read