Creatine is one of the most well-researched and effective sports nutrition supplements. But that isn’t what I’m going to focus on in this post. Instead, I want to profile emerging research linking creatine with improved brain and bone health. I’ll also explain why women, particularly through the midlife reproductive transition and beyond, may have most to gain from taking … [Read more...] about Menopause, muscle and mind: creatine’s potential in women’s health
NAD booster supplements: can they turn back the ageing clock?
Have you heard any of the buzz about NAD supplements? NAD is a molecule that sits at the heart of energy production and DNA repair. Our levels of NAD can decline with age, which has led to the idea that this could be one cause of many age-related diseases, chronic inflammation and cognitive decline. Enter the concept of boosting NAD levels by supplementing with NAD itself or … [Read more...] about NAD booster supplements: can they turn back the ageing clock?
Arthritis relief: can collagen supplements help?
Interest in collagen supplements continues to grow – and for good reason. That’s because despite rubbish claims that are way off the mark that there is ‘no evidence they work’ and ‘the collagen industry funds all the research’, the reality is very different. In past blog posts, I’ve delved into hydrolysed collagen supplements and skin health. There are now dozens of blinded … [Read more...] about Arthritis relief: can collagen supplements help?
Lemon water: is it worth the squeeze or just sour hype?
Do you want to lose weight, boost your metabolism, improve your digestion, detox your body, have glowing skin and all while keeping your body nicely alkalised and in balance? You can. All you need do is start the day with a glass of water with the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon added. I mean, water is good for you? And lemons, being a fruit, are good for you? So why not … [Read more...] about Lemon water: is it worth the squeeze or just sour hype?
Can you be addicted to food?
Can a craving for food, especially when not hungry, really be considered an ‘addiction’? The idea of food addiction is a controversial one. When the term ‘food addiction’ is used, it usually expresses the desire for certain types of foods – normally ones that are not the healthiest of choices. Is it possible then to elevate what someone calls a 'food addiction' to the same … [Read more...] about Can you be addicted to food?