Supplements

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

The Real Benefits of Bee Pollen

Bee pollen is rich in nutrients and a good superfood, but research shows it has little benefits on any actual health conditions.

Turmeric may help with blood sugar management and fatty liver disease but likely will not cause actual weight loss.

Moringa may not have significant effects on diabetes or cholesterol. Its most well-researched benefit is likely supporting lactation.

Ashwagandha is well-known for its benefits in reducing stress and anxiety, with most of the research coming from India and the Middle East.

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.