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
Nutrition Supplements
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?
From bro science to real science: navigating the protein supplement maze for maximum gainz
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
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?