
Leucine: What It Is and How It Works
Leucine is one of the three branched-chain amino acids and arguably the most studied of them. It is not only a building block of muscle…
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Leucine is one of the three branched-chain amino acids and arguably the most studied of them. It is not only a building block of muscle…
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Beta-alanine is one of the few supplements with solid evidence for improving high-intensity performance, yet products on the shelf differ…
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Pregnenolone is often described online as the 'mother of all hormones', a natural way to boost testosterone, sharpen memory and slow…
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L-theanine is the amino acid that gives green tea its calm, savoury character. As a supplement it is used for relaxed focus, smoother…
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Tauroursodeoxycholic acid, or TUDCA, has become popular as a 'liver support' supplement in gyms and wellness circles. It is a bile acid…
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Egg white protein powder appeals to people who avoid dairy, want a complete protein with a strong amino acid profile or simply prefer a…
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Ginseng is among the best-known herbal remedies in the world, used for energy, stamina and mental performance. Most people tolerate it well…
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Ginkgo biloba extract is popular for circulation and memory, and it often appears in multi-ingredient 'brain' formulas. Whether a…
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Quercetin is a plant flavonoid found in onions, apples, capers and tea, and it is sold in an increasing number of forms. The main problem…
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Ursodeoxycholic acid, usually shortened to UDCA or ursodiol, is a bile acid medicine prescribed in the UK for specific liver and…
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Cordyceps is a medicinal fungus marketed for stamina, oxygen use and recovery. It often appears in blends with adaptogens, caffeine or…
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After the age of 40, bone density gradually declines and arterial stiffness tends to increase. Vitamin K2 is often promoted as a nutrient…
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Myostatin is a protein that acts as a brake on muscle growth. Its discovery through extraordinarily muscular cattle and mice made it a…
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Ecdysterone is a plant steroid marketed as a 'natural anabolic' that builds muscle without hormonal side effects. One much-cited trial put…
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Essential phospholipids, purified from soya beans, are sold in many countries as a liver medicine and in the UK mainly as food supplements.…
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