Supplements

Unlock the potential of nature’s remedies as we provide insights, recommendations, and guidance about supplements and natural health products.

Black Pepper: The Absorption Booster

Black pepper extracts are often added to boost the absorption of certain supplements such as turmeric, resveratrol, and lycopene.

There are many dietary and supplemental sources of iron. How well you can use those sources depends on how bioavailable the iron is.

Green tea has many studied health benefits to support its use in obesity. However, the amount of weight you actually lose is small.

Although things like glucosamine and chondroitin can help with osteoarthritis, the specific form and quality impacts their effectiveness.

Soy, black cohosh, and vitex are useful for managing hot flashes, but other supplements can be more useful depending on what you experience.

Berberine and fenugreek are useful for type 2 diabetes, however many other supplements may be helpful depending on what issues you face.

Soluble fibers like glucomannan, chitosan, psyllium husk, inulin, and flaxseed are amongst the best fibers for appetite and weight loss.

Inositol and berberine are useful for PCOS, however many other supplements may be helpful depending on what issues you face in PCOS.

Berberine doesn’t share any similarities with Ozempic, except for the fact that it can moderately help with blood sugar control.

Protein powder from animal sources are easier to absorb and offer a complete amino acid profile, but plant sources can be just as good.

Magnesium deficiency is more common in obese and diabetic people, so supplements can help. However, excess intake is not beneficial.

Research shows that keto BHB supplements do not increase ketosis, burn more fat, or improve exercise if you’re already doing the keto diet.