Supplements

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

The Benefits of Schisandra

The clinical evidence supporting schisandra’s medicinal benefits is too weak. However, it shines as a nutritious functional food.

Vitamin C can help reduce wrinkles and protect against UV damage, but there isn’t much proof it works for dark spots or acne.

Akkermansia Muciniphila may lower obesity risks and improve cardiovascular health, but evidence for weight loss is weak.

Niacinamide effectively reduces acne and protects against sun damage, with weaker evidence for managing dark spots, wrinkles, and aging skin.

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.