Swedish research, the results of which were published in JAMA Internal Medicine in March 2013 proved the relationship between forming kidney stones and vitamin C supplementation. More than 23.000 Swedish men took part in the study, who were observed for the period of 11 years. Among 2% of these men […]
The choice of pre-workout products is huge. There are a lot of companies on the market using strong stimulants in their “toys.” One of the most valued pre-workout products on the market is BOMBSHELL! A company called URX has added a number of powerful substances in its supplement to enhance […]
As early as in the year 1999, during the meeting of the American Chemical Society it was said that vitamin C lowers the level of cortisol, while discussing the research carried out on rats and speculating that a similar influence may also be visible on humans. Vitamin C and cortisol […]
Magnesium, even in its cheapest and worse-absorbing by our body version, i.e. in the form of magnesium oxide, improves sleep quality. It is cheap, has no side-effects and its effectiveness was proven in the study carried out by the researchers from Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Teheran, Iran. Magnesium […]
In connection to storing various products (temperature, pH, access to light, etc.) and their technological treatment (baking, boiling etc.), the content of vitamins in these products changes. What also changes is their bioavailability due to chemical alterations of compounds contained in a given product. In this post, I will present […]
L-tryptophan considerably shortened the time of falling asleep during morning and afternoon naps. In the research carried out by Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, California, it turned out to be an effective daily sleeping pill, which enabled falling asleep at determined times of the day. Tryptophan for sleep […]
In the meta-analysis of 19 studies, in which 1683 people took part, melatonin demonstrated a significant effectiveness in shortening the time of falling asleep (falling asleep faster by 7,06 minutes) and prolonging total sleep time (by 8,25 minutes). Melatonin and sleep efficiency – summary of studyMelatonin and sleep efficiency – […]
Answering the question whether it is better to take probiotics before, after or during the meals is not as easy as it may seem. It is visible for example in the descriptions on the probiotics’ packages. Certain producers declare that probiotics should be swallowed during the meals, other claim that […]
Niacin may protect against Alzheimer’s disease and the decline of cognitive functions caused by aging processes. Study regarding Niacin actions related to Alzheimer’s diseaseResults of the studyPathogenically low RDADoubtful role of tryptophanNiacin – nicotinic acidConclusionRead more:Source Study regarding Niacin actions related to Alzheimer’s disease In the doctor MC Morris’s report […]
When browsing the labels of the supplements collectively called fat burners, we may repeatedly encounter one ingredient, the extract from Coleus forskohlii, Indian nettle or just forskolin. What are its properties? From Chinese medicine to the market of supplements Therapeutic properties of Coleus froskohlii have been known to Asian people for 3 […]
More and more people are reaching for various types of herbs to heal their ailments. As it turns out, many people wonders how do they work actually, and if they are real. What exactly are adaptogens and how can they affect our health? New, 2019 Adaptogens compedium is here to […]
As there is a huge choice of products on the market containing “Ashwagandha”. An average consumer takes into account the price and the number of capsules in the packaging. Looking deeper into the topic may verify the amount of the substance in one capsule and finally will lead you to […]
Cordyceps, or Chinese gooseberry, is a mushroom belonging to the group of adaptogenes, or herbs that help our organism adapt to living in difficult environments. Cordyceps has been used as an adaptogen for centuries by Tibetan shepherds in the land of natural habitat, who have been watching this way of […]
We nearly have dark and cold days behind us but after winter we can feel tired and weak. Exhausted organism is also very susceptible to infections. To be able to fully enjoy the spring, we should take care of proper regeneration. A balanced diet, outdoor movement and relaxation are of […]
1,3-dimethylamylamine – this compound (also called Methylhexanamine or DMAA) has caught on to be called Geranium or Geranamine. A few words for a start – DMAA has nothing to do with this plant. The research has proven that a related substance appears only in one Geranium variety – Pelargonium – […]
Why is vitamin B12 so important? Your daily requirement for vitamin B12 is 2.4 mcg. Do not let this relatively small number fool you – it’s not so easy to get it, and it’s even harder to use it properly. B12 activity is closely related to folic acid and vitamin […]
Every athlete should be sure that his body receives all the necessary nutrients. Carefully selected dietary supplements can help. Also the swimmers will find suitable preparations for themselves. Long swimming workouts require a lot of strength, so you need to be sure that the body does not run out of […]
There were answers to the questions “what to take for mass increase?”, “What about the reduction?” Now there will be help to improve muscle strength! There are many messages that say “strength just with training”. However, there’s nothing more wrong, why else would the manufacturers offer so many supplements? Because […]
In this section we will present you the best supplements for reducing body weight. They will allow you to achieve your dream figure by getting rid of unnecessary fat. Fatty tissue under the influence of dietary supplements and negative calorie balance is consumed for energy purposes. Choosing the right products […]
Acne is a discomfort that makes the lives of many people uncomfortable, and unfortunately it’s not easy to fight. According to the researchers, the underlying cause of acne development is excessive oxidative stress, and in people with acne, lower concentrations of glutathione than in healthy people. It was decided to […]
Rhodiola rosea is experiencing a recent renaissance, mainly as a result of increased interest in adaptogens. It would be nice, however, to consider whether this plant really works, or if it’s another marketing ploy. And here, it’s distinguished by a very large number of good quality tests, clearly indicating its […]
Beta-alanine is mainly supplemented to increase the amount of carnosine, a substance associated with increasing exercise capacity during high-intensity workouts. Did you know, however, that soon after finishing the supplementation, the effect of beta-alanine is lost? However, we found a way to maintain it. The study aimed to check whether […]
Huperzine-A is a compound that is made of herbs from the Huperziceae family. The substance is known as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and an NMDA receptor antagonist that crosses the blood-brain barrier. An enzyme that breaks down one of the basic neurotransmitters, acetylcholine, for choline and the rest of acetic acid. […]
Regular acceptance of the Ashwagandha supplement favors those prone to stress, improving their quality of life and functioning in society! This is information that is particularly conducive to people living in very difficult conditions. 64 people in good health participated in the study, ignoring the high level of stress in […]
We’re at risk of breaking practically any bone. However, some areas of our skeletal system are more likely to break. For example, during a fall on slippery ground a typical break occurs in the wrist area. The bones start healing in this area after 4 weeks. However, the femoral neck, […]
Pregnancy and childbirth considerably weaken the woman’s body, which can manifest itself in deficiencies. In addition, the milk of the nursing mother lacks the appropriate amount of nutrients if the mother lacks them in her body. This can not be underestimated, because the composition of food greatly affects the growth […]
Rhodiola mountain rose herb is an herb of the Crassulaceae family that has traditional anti-fatigue and adaptogenic properties. Rhodiola is probably the second most popular adaptogen (after the Panax ginseng). With regard to fatigue, Rhodiola has the ability to significantly reduce the effects of long and short-term and physical exhaustion, […]
Vilcacora is commonly known in traditional Peruvian medicine. Heals from digestive ailments, arthritis, wounds, and even cancer. Today, it’s one of the most popular herbs sold in the USA. Vilcacory research Vilcacory’s research began in 1970 and has so far been carried out by scientists from Peru, Germany, Austria and […]
A large amount of stress in life and the progress of technology, and in particular the ability to use light at any time of the day often results in disturbances of the circadian rhythm. This is manifested by problems with falling asleep, inability to achieve satisfaction from sleep, lack of […]
Piperine, which is ingested with curcumin (turmeric extract), protects the liver. Black pepper extract also raises other levels of dietary supplements in the body. Certain interactions are preferred, for example by EGCG or resveratrol. Piperine – Health Benefits Stimulate the digestive enzyme Increased absorption of other supplements such as curcumin, […]
Acetyl L-carnitine, also known as Alcar, is a well-studied nutrient. It’s synthesized to provide a more bioavailable form of L-Carnitine, which is a lysine amino acid derivative. L-carnitine is a naturally occurring compound in the body: in the liver and kidneys, and then transported to other tissues such as the […]
Label review is the most important element in choosing the right supplements for you. In particular, the table of active ingredients should be carefully studied. It should be noted, however, that composition can be presented in different ways. It’s important to know them thoroughly to understand the information presented and […]
In the fight against unnecessary fatty tissue, proper diet and physical activity are essential. However, the opponent does not play purely, so it’s good that you also have an ace in your sleeve. Chemical support can tilt the victory scales to your page. Beta-alanine Delayed fatigue and improve performance during […]
Why does fat play such an important role in the diet of athletes and people losing weight? Can I reduce the amount of fats to minimum when I am on a reducing diet? And when I am trying to build muscle mass, should I eat only more proteins? In this […]
The supplement market is full of companies producing dietary supplements. As experts in the supplementation field, we are trying to find the best products for you, for a lower price. Clients usually follow the commercials that lure people in with pictures of bodybuilders, with captions such as “thanks to product […]
Current trends of pro-health actions aim at the improvement of health by dietetic support. It means that there is a growing interest in nutritious products that are supposed to constitute an element of physical effort support, but not only. These products need to be highly nutritious, which is related mainly […]
In nature, there are plenty of products with therapeutic, pro-health and regulating processes in our body. One such product is Kava Kava. What is Kava Kava? It’s a product also known as Metistine Pepper, a substance that has a calming effect and is anxiolytic. This plant grows in the Pacific […]
A liver is one of our most important organs. It’s a part of the digestive system, and its weight varies between 1300g for women up to 1700g for men. The most important functions for us as athletes are: >> Synthesis Mixing fats with bile Making and storing enzymes Synthesis of […]
Protein synthesis is building new skeletal muscles. When that occurs on a large scale, it’s known as skeletal muscle hypertrophy (increase), or otherwise known as a process thanks to which our muscles become bigger. We will therefore introduce what it is and how the amino acid, also known as leucine, […]
The supplement market doesn’t like any gaps. They are one of the most commonly used when battering or overworking brands. A few years ago, a phenomenal thermogenic product appeared on the market. A company called PES has released a product called Alphamine. Revolutionary composition, including: – Choline dextrin – Hica (3-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric […]
Hades’s Hegemony, which offers both SARM and Yohimbine HCL, has decided to be the first to market its product lineup! When buying supplements we often ask ourselves “is the substance in the capsule the same as on the label???”, a big discussion about SARMs regarding the so-called “additions”. Revealed by […]
An Italian study from 2012 shows that broccoli, cauliflower and other brassica vegetables support the growth and maintenance of muscle mass thanks to the protection of stem cells, which turn into muscle cells. Sulforaphane is responsible for this protection. In the same year, molecular scientists from the university in Bonn […]
As the Oregon State University reports, a study from 2012 suggests that nicotinamide (vitamin B3, in the form of niacin) may be able to fight certain staphylococcus infections resistant to antibiotics. The study was carried out both on laboratory animals, as well as with the use of human blood. High […]
Recently I have announced that I will write about the changes in my diet. However, before I get to them, this article needs an explanation, which is why I divided it into two parts. I would also like to mention, that this article may contain information that differs from the […]
Lately, carbohydrates gained a bad opinion, together with insulin they represent a total dark side, which no one wants to join. However, lipid Jedi’s excel:). All of a sudden my friends cut their carbs to 50g, go on paleo, high fat diet, IF, ketosis, and instead of oatmeal, groats and […]
Today, GTx announced that they have completed the second phase of ostarine research, which is a highest quality selective androgen receptor modulator. Its effectiveness has been confirmed with the results of 120 tested people – 60 elderly men and 60 postmenopausal women. The subjected group did not have a fixed […]
In 2014 in the headlines of many western newspapers and websites there appeared warnings against serious toxicity of niacin, which put a question mark over its safety and sense of usage as a cardiac drug. There have also appeared many researchers, who strongly concluded that niacin is harmful and various […]
The Korean study published in the journal PLoS One in 2016 dealt with the influence of vitamin D on common acne. Acne and vitamin D level The level of vitamin D was tested in 80 people suffering from acne. Deficits were detected in 48,4% of patients with acne and only […]
There exists a very weird and unnecessary myth around vitamin C. I have explained this many times in the comments, but I would like to get it right in the post. Vitamin C is L-ascorbic acid. The letter “L” stands for the isomer with the relative configuration L. Naming it […]
Another supplement that should appear for good in the diet of every training girl are amino acids BCAA. As we know, amino acids are restricted compounds building muscles, which contribute to transporting energy compounds in our organisms and constitute around 35% of our muscles. Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) are […]
