Health influencers – perhaps including Health Secretary RFK Jr. – are promoting the chemical as an elixir that improves memory and focus. But evidence for these claims is thin.
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You can buy probiotics and prebiotics at the supermarket or pharmacy. But do they help your gut? Or are we better off eating fermented food such as cheese or kimchi?
Overdosing on vitamins and minerals could cause serious health issues.
Why scepticism can be healthier than wellness supplements when it comes to preventing and treating cancer.
The benefits of collagen may be important for our physical health, particularly as we get older.
Many people are taking glucosamine for their osteoarthritis. But do they really need to stop in light of new safety warnings?
A growing body of research points to the detrimental effect of unhealthy diets and the protective value of healthy diets – along with select nutritional supplements as required – for maintaining and promoting mental health.
I am always amazed by the wide range of sports nutrition products on sale in gyms and sports centres. No matter the time of day, it seems gym goers are always drinking nutrient shakes. The sports nutrition…
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