Reviews

Dive into the expert insights and evidence-based assessments by Dr. Brian, where he unravels the truth behind medical products, procedures, and fads.

Nervive Review

Nervive works because of alpha-lipoic acid, which is most effective at treating diabetic neuropathy, rather than other types of nerve pain.

Kerassentials is a diluted oil that isn’t effective for treating toenail fungus, a condition that’s tough to treat even with strong drugs.

So-called “male enhancement” supplements like King Maker don’t do anything, and prey on the insecurity of young men.

Beef organ meats may have some small advantages over beef, but consuming them as supplements like in Primal Queen is not very useful.

Liver “detox” supplements like Dose for Your Liver offer vague promises to support liver health, but evidence for their efficacy is lacking.

Hormone Harmony is not much more than a fancy Chasteberry supplement, which is often used to manage mild PMS symptoms.

ProDentim lacks any researched strains for dental health and its generics may not offer any dental benefits.

Onnit’s Alpha Brain lacks effective ingredients and doses for cognitive enhancement, resembling standard L-theanine supplements.

Boostaro claims to be a “male intimacy enhancer”, however there is no evidence it works or can help with erectile dysfunction.

Nutrafol is being sued for making false claims about their products being “clinically proven” when their studies are seriously flawed

ZBiotics uses the probiotic Bacillus subtilis ZB183, however there is no evidence it can metabolize alcohol or help in hangovers in humans

Bee bread is fermented bee pollen, and may be quite nutritious, but lacks any researched health benefits in humans.