Supplements / Dietary Supplements

These days, you can find versions of Bulletproof Coffee (aka coffee with butter and MCT oil) most places you drink coffee. But what do you know about that last ingredient? MCT oil is a powerful addition to your daily routine, one that can power your brain and help you burn...

Collagen is the body’s most abundant protein, and is instrumental in supporting skin, nails, joint and hair health. Unfortunately, as is the case with all good things in life, our collagen levels don’t remain the same. As we grow older, the body’s natural collagen production decreases, leading to the formation...

Lion’s mane mushroom earned its common name because some say it looks like a lion’s mane. This fluffy white mushroom is also a powerful nootropic with science-backed benefits. You might have heard of people mixing lion’s mane into their coffee or supplementing with lion’s mane mushroom capsules. As it turns...

Supplements are a way to fill in the gaps of a healthy diet, to ensure your body gets adequate amounts of the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients it needs to function optimally. But, in choosing any supplement, it’s important to know what to look for – to get the best...

N-acetyl cysteine, or NAC, is a dietary supplement that may help your body produce an important antioxidant called glutathione, which in turn can help protect against free radicals. Read on to learn all about NAC benefits, how NAC supplements can help support glutathione and how best to take NAC. What...

Take a stroll down the supplements aisle and you’ll see everything from colorful multivitamins to superfood powders. You want to take care of your health. But with so many options, how are you supposed to find what you need? We’ll break down the facts about supplements, including different types and...

In addition to quality sleep, fueling up with nutritious foods and exercising, there’s another tool in the self-care toolbox that can help fight daily stress: supplements. They provide an extra dose of calm by filling in any nutritional gaps left behind from our diets. From familiar ones like vitamin C...

For years, the strength training and fitness communities have spoken openly about the benefits of creatine for gaining body mass and building muscle. Meanwhile, many people have used creatine in an effort to boost their athletic performance. Yet despite being one of the most commonly used nutritional supplements, there are...

Whether you blend it into your coffee or add it to your favorite salad dressing, MCT oil is a powerful supplement that can help you stay in ketosis by providing fat for fuel. But what about MCT oil powder? Real talk: MCT oil isn’t the easiest thing to transport, which...

The ketogenic diet is a powerful tool to burn fat, optimize brain power and curb cravings. You get these health benefits because your body runs differently on keto. Because you’re burning fat instead of carbs for energy, you may have different nutritional needs. Keto supplements can help fill in the...

Ashwagandha has been used as a traditional remedy in India as far back as 6000 BC. More recently, this root’s benefits for occasional stress relief have helped it gain favor in the West. Ashwagandha is an adaptogen that helps support healthy levels of cortisol, plus it can improve sleep quality....

Whether you’re on the keto diet or want to add more quality fats, MCT oil is one of the most versatile supplements. MCTs, or medium-chain triglycerides, are fatty acids naturally found in coconut oil. Your body turns MCTs into molecules called ketones, which help burn fat, curb cravings and power...

In addition to putting butter in coffee, I’ve experimented with adding other nutrients to create new flavors that have an even bigger impact on how I feel. It turns out I’m not alone. Bulletproof fans add a lot of creative things to their daily Bulletproof Coffee recipe. This inspired me...

There are nuances around the best time to take vitamin D and how much to take. Since vitamin D absorption is enhanced with food, many experts recommend incorporating it into your morning routine. This timing may help avoid stomach upset when taken on an empty stomach. However, some individuals may...

Fasting means abstaining from food for a specific period. There are many ways to do it, the most common being intermittent fasting, where you alternate between eating and fasting windows. Extended fasting lasts 24 hours or more, like the 48-hour fast. Another popular method is time-restricted eating, where you consume...

You’ve seen the beauty products promoting something called biotin for thick, healthy nails. But what is biotin, and how does it work? Turns out, if you’re tired of dealing with brittle nails that break easily, biotin might be your new best friend. Read on to learn how it works and...