Collagen supplements are all the rage, yet there is good science behind the hype. I explore the science and plausible mechanisms of why it can be good for your skin and joints.
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Hi, my name is Dr Tim Crowe and I'm a career research scientist and educator with most of this spent in the absolutely fascinating, yet always controversial, area of nutrition. I now work chiefly as a freelance health and medical writer and scientific consultant. You’ll also see me active in the media giving regular TV, radio and newspaper interviews.
I started this website to be proactive in giving credible, evidence-based nutrition messages in plain language. Whether I am writing for health professionals or consumers, my message is always based on current evidence informed by peer-reviewed journal articles, government and peak health body guidelines, and medical experts.
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Is adrenal fatigue a thing?
Fatigued and stressed? You could have adrenal fatigue – or so the claim goes. I explore the science (mostly the lack of it) of adrenal fatigue.

Can keto cure cancer?
Can keto cure cancer? Of all the claims made about this diet, this is the standout one and is the topic that I cover here.
Health Bites

Soup satisfies a hungry appetite
True hunger is a rare experience for most people in the developed world. What people typically experience are feelings of desire for particular foods or a need to feel ‘full’. And the key to feeling … Continue Reading

How gut bacteria control your weight
The gut microbiota is the hottest of hot research fields today. The microbes that inhabit our intestine are more than passive freeloaders living off the food we eat. With a thriving mix of beneficial … Continue Reading