The protein powder supplement market is big business. Popular in the world of sport where muscle growth is prized, the marketplace is dominated by glossy pictures of cut models and an ever-expanding list of claims for how these supplements will pack on the muscle. So, do the gym bros have it right when they say that you need these supplements if you’re serious about the gainz? … [Read more...] about From bro science to real science: navigating the protein supplement maze for maximum gainz
Nutrition Supplements
Hangover cures: does anything work?
Hangovers are the body's way of reminding us about the hazards of overindulgence. In this blog post, I’ll delve into what goes on behind the scenes to cause a hangover. I’ll then explore what science has to say about all those supposed ‘hangover cures’. And finally, I’ll outline the practical things that are in your control to help prevent and treat a hangover.The dreaded … [Read more...] about Hangover cures: does anything work?
Collagen supplements: a promising aid in tendon repair
Tendons are collagen-infused super-strong bridges that connect muscles to bones helping you to move your limbs. When overused, overloaded or damaged, these same tendons can cause us a lot of pain and movement impairment. Aside from medical treatments and physiotherapy rehabilitation programs that help tendon injuries heal, there has been growing interest in how specialised … [Read more...] about Collagen supplements: a promising aid in tendon repair
Will magnesium supplements improve your sleep quality?
Of the many tasks that magnesium has, it is its role in helping us to sleep better that regularly comes up as a reason to take magnesium supplements. In this blog post, I’ll look at the latest evidence for magnesium and sleep. I’ll also profile the main food sources of magnesium and critique the merits of the many different supplemental forms of magnesium.Magnesium is an … [Read more...] about Will magnesium supplements improve your sleep quality?
Collagen supplements: the science behind the health benefits
It was back in March 2021 that I first tackled the topic of collagen supplements. It proved to be one of my most popular blog posts of the year. And for good reason. There is growing scientific evidence to support many of the health claims made about collagen. From improving skin health to even helping with sports injury recovery and osteoarthritis. In this post, I give an … [Read more...] about Collagen supplements: the science behind the health benefits