21 of 29 garcinia cambogia supplements failed Labdoor’s label accuracy testing. When chemical testing proves that most of the best-selling products for a popular supplement barely contain the supplement itself, it’s easy to be concerned. This is the current quality…
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Can Prenatal Vitamins Assist in Hair and Nail Growth?
Myth: Prenatal vitamins assist in hair and nail growth. Fact: There is no scientific evidence to support that prenatal vitamins assist in hair and nail growth. Most pregnant women go through hair and nail changes. During pregnancy, the placenta functions…
Calcium Carbonate vs. Calcium Citrate: Which is Better for Human Health?
The two major forms of calcium are calcium carbonate and calcium citrate. Calcium supplements are intended to be consumed with a meal, and when taken as directed, the two forms of calcium are absorbed at roughly the same rate. However,…
Are Vitamins After Exercise Counterproductive?
Supplements, as concentrated sources of nutrients, are generally regarded as an inexpensive health insurance policy — and are thought to enhance health. Recent research, however, indicates that timing your supplements correctly may be the difference between health-enhancing and deleterious results.…
Do You Know What’s Inside Supplement Capsules?
Most consumers know what supplements they are buying, but the ingredients of the capsule containing the supplement is often overlooked or unknown. Below are some of the main ingredients found in gelatin and vegetarian capsules. Gelatin What is it: Gelatin…
Timing Probiotic Supplement Intake
Probiotics are the “good” bacteria meant to re-establish intestinal floral balance by repopulating beneficial bacteria and keeping the growth of “bad” bacteria in check. Long-term antibiotic use and/or immunosuppressive therapy are known to significantly alter the gut’s floral composition and…
Nutritional Supplements That Boost Brain Activity
Have you ever wondered if it would be possible to hack your way to an enhanced state of awareness and improved memory, cognition, and concentration with a single pill? While an exact replica of the Limitless pill may not exist,…
Bulk vs. Brand Supplements
While many people take supplements, most do not know that supplements can be bought in bulk. What are the differences between bulk supplements and brand supplements? And which is the healthier option? Here is the comparison of the nutritional labels…
How To Make Your Own Supplements
Whether you’re looking for a custom product to fit your dietary restrictions or just want to save a few dollars on branded products, you should consider making your own supplements. Header Image: Windell Oskay (Flickr) Infographic: Demah Alsinan Co-author: Shoua…
L-Arginine Helps Boost Weight Loss
Typically recognized for their muscle-building effects, amino acids also contribute a few lesser known benefits. A recent pilot study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements suggests that L-arginine, a conditionally essential amino acid, may help battle obesity by minimizing…