The menopause is a natural biological event that all women go through usually in their 40s or 50s. As women age, their fertility decreases until it eventually stops. This process is an actual biological process that mainly concerns changes in levels of certain hormones, particularly oestrogen. Oestrogen is mainly produced […]
Recent studies have shown that gelatine has a positive effect on muscle growth. But how big is this effect and could it surpass the mighty protein powders? Let’s take a look at it in today’s blog. How to grow your muscles?Closer look at clinical studiesDoes this mean protein powders are […]
Mysterious and complicated seems to be for most people to achieve a ripped body with extremely low body fat. There’s a small group of fitness enthusiast who loves reading the research, and to know the way of body fat reduction. But if you’re like most people, you either can’t wrap […]
Since the old days, guys have been hunting for a natural aphrodisiac that, when ingested, would transform them into sexual dynamos. Most of what they’ve tried has been harmless, but unpalatable, to say the least. In China, you might be prescribed a meal of sea slugs, whose reputation for imparting […]
Nowadays, probiotic bacteria are gaining recognition in social circles, mainly by reducing many gastrointestinal ailments or their symptoms. Probiotic strains of the genus Bifidobacterium are highly valued . Products consisting of several strains are preferred, thanks to which they exhibit synergistic effects. Probiotic tests – resultsComment on the results Probiotic […]
Magnesium threonate is an extremely interesting form in terms of its effects on cognitive function. We have tried to describe this form of magnesium more widely here. However, it is worth quoting the most important features that support the sense of its supplementation. Magnesium threonate supplementation benefits :Test results Magnesium […]
From natural food aphrodisiacs to sexual performance enhancing medication, there’s a lot out there promising to boost libido. Today’s spotlight is on Icariin, a flavonoid and active ingredient found in the Epimedium herb, often marketed as ‘Horny Goat Weed’. What’s the evidence?How does it work?How to take horny goat weedHorny […]
Have you ever found yourself in a tantalising situation within a dream, only to realise you are in fact dreaming and have control of your actions? If so, you have been lucid dreaming. This state of dreaming can be quite a thrill, and to be able to control and remember […]
An uncomfortable feeling in your gut after eating, cramping, wind and bouts of diarrhoea are all signs of food intolerance, but it’s not always as simple as identifying an offending food and cutting it out of your diet. How well we break down our food from chewing to digestive enzyme […]
We all want a magic pill to reverse the signs of ageing on our skin, but maybe there is something flamingos know that we aren’t so clued up on! Every new superfood claims to have a record level of antioxidants to guard against free radicals, but what does this mean […]
Laxogenin is a compound of plant origin, exactly called 5-alpha-hydroxylaxogenine. It belongs to the group of brassinosteroids. The main task fulfilled by laxogenin is to support lipolysis and acting as a strong anabolic agent. Although little known today, it is enjoying ever-increasing popularity, it has very similar properties to anabolic-androgenic […]
L-tryptophan or 5-HTP? What to choose? This is a question you often ask! Both of these powerful dietary supplements are transformed into exactly the same neurotransmitters (serotonin and melatonin), responsible for providing us with a good mood and a peaceful sleep. L-tryptophan can exist as an amino acid in many […]
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s own immune system attacks and destroys the protective coating (myelin sheath) around nerve cells. This coating consists of myelin – a biological membrane of proteins and fatty substances – that is why research efforts to find the target antigen of […]
A lot of scientific pieces of work have already been written about the health properties of coffee. I have also been able to emphasize in the previous articles that it is even a drink of the gods, which increases vigilance, reduce the pain perception, speeds up the reaction rate, and […]
From our children’s years, we are taught about vitamins importance in our body. Adequate supplementation with them can very positively affect our health and performance during the day. In this article, I will present some information about vitamin D – where we can find it, how much we need it, […]
On the modern dietary supplements market, we can find not only supplements related strictly to bodybuilding and strength training. There are many interesting solutions that can also positively affect our overall health. One of them is omega-3 fatty acids, which are especially important for us because not everyone can just […]
When we decide to use dietary supplements to get better results from our training, then there is another problem which product to choose? To be honest, this question is very difficult because the answer does not have to be unambiguous. In this article, I will present some important information on […]
Protein is the most controversial ingredient in bodybuilding sports. How much to eat it on the mass? Should you eat more meat during the reduction of body fat? Are plant products worth noting? Let’s deal with the topic highly prone to broscience! How much protein to gain mass?How much protein […]
Iodine is certainly not a dietary supplement which is used in common supplementation when it comes to our health. However, nothing is more wrong! Especially when we are talking about something very important in the life of every bodybuilder (no matter whether professional or amateur one) – metabolism. In this […]
Continuing the theme of super-food and remaining in the topic of grains – flax and sage, continued. As I promised recently – today I will try to give you some practical advice on how to store and then prepare and consume these seeds – that they would stay fresh for […]
Often due to our lifestyle and diet, we can come across various problems with our digestive tract. The best resolution to this problem would be to change in eating habits. For example to consider better diet or the control of how we eat meals (this can also be very important). […]
Pre-workout supplements are one of the most frequently purchased by athletes. Often the divine qualities of maximizing exercise capacity are often attributed to them. Often, it happens to such bizarre situations that sports enthusiasts say that the training taken without a specific kick in front of him was not good […]
Sounds a bit abstract? And yet it is not – scientists have taken chocolate milk under the test. An even greater shock may be that the results are quite promising. And the cherry on the top is the fact that chocolate milk was not used for the first time in […]
Currently, ketogenetic dieting is hot and it deserves the popularity due to its impact on weight loss. So I would like to help you out with giving a list of supplements you could, or maybe should, add into your diet to get the best results. But before we get into […]
Dietary supplements have in common that you can often find more applications for them than what they are mainly recommended to. Astaxanthin is such a case. Originally it is particularly famous for dermatological uses. It is worth taking a closer look at what exactly is able to work in our […]
Dietary supplements aimed at helping you in losing weight period are often the standard for many people who are trying to make this process happen in their lives. One of them is alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) at which there is a lot of hope that it is really able to do […]
Everyone knows that there are certain nutrients that are essential for the proper functioning of our organism. However, not everyone knows exactly what they give us and why it is worth supplementing them. In addition, there is also the question of how we can supplement them to be sure that […]
Dietary supplements have undergone quite a major transformation over the years. Formerly mainly associated with protein or creatine, nowadays we find many intriguing products, very often associated with traditional methods of treatment. One of them is the Shilajit mineral, which for many may be a complete unknown. However, it is […]
Melatonin is one of the widely discussed substances to help sleep quality and quantity, in many countries also one of the most commonly used hypnotic drugs in minors. A measure with a well-documented safety profile that does not pose a threat to health or life, however, like any drug / […]
In modern time obesity has become a real epidemic problem. People are constantly looking for new solutions which can help to lose weight. Of course, diet and exercise will always be the basis in this matter, however, we can often find various supplements that may work positively on us (for […]
It is often easy to forget about our most important organ – the brain. It is worth to look closer at what the so-called “smart drugs” or simply nootropics can offer us. Nootropics – what they are and what they can do for usNatural nootropics are presented as affecting many […]
Anyone can tell you that dropping a few pounds is one thing, but getting super hero figure is quite another. After all, if torching that last bit of belly flab were as easy as eating donuts, the donuts guy would surely be sporting a six-pack by now. The fact is, […]
As indicated by the fat-free product boom a couple decades back, there indeed was the widespread belief that all fat were a substance to be minimized, or avoided altogether. But with the forward march of research, we come to understand that different fat had different effects on health. Since it’s […]
What do you know about antioxidants? What do you know about free radicals? We are told that antioxidants are good for our health and reduce free radicals in our body. But really what are these ‘goodies’ and ‘baddies’. Let’s start with free radicals Free RadicalsHow do we stop the damaging […]
In an ideal world, you would eat whatever you want to eat and still stay healthy right? Unfortunately, that is not the case, however every day there are new supplements introduced which are meant to complete your diet with vitamins, minerals, proteins and more. This raises the question, is it […]
Vitamin B1 is called thiamine and is one of the B vitamins, soluble in water, which was discovered already in the 19th century. It is the basis of the daily diet, and its shortages can be very serious consequences. Its main task is to support the proper functioning of the […]
Introduction The condition of our nails can sometimes reflect the state of our general health. If after depression of the finger nail it does not quickly return to a pink colour after turning white, it could be argued that this is a precursory sign that the individual may be dehydrated […]
High protein nutrient, most often whey protein, is advertised as the best supplement for gym and athletes exercising. It is worth reading more on this subject, because currently there are many contradictory and, at the same time, untruthful information on it. So why use protein supplements properly? Is it really […]
Nowadays, we rarely have the opportunity to eat a healthy meal rich in vegetables and fruits. We are swallowing vitamins and minerals, often guided only by the price of a given complex. Can vitamins and mineral supplements improve sport performance?Do vitamins and minerals supplements work?What vitamins and minerals supplements should […]
Vitamin complexes for men are preparations consisting of specific vitamins that have a positive effect on the proper functioning of the entire human body. As everyone knows, both vitamins and minerals are necessary for life, but we must provide them. Vitamin complexes typically for men have the right amount of […]
Stimulation, strength, focus, and maximum pump! Among the hundreds of pre-workout products we divide several species – products with a delicate operation, with alittle content of caffeine, creatine, AAKG, and beta alanine. Then more complex supplements, containing large amounts of caffeine, supported by tyrosine and norvaline, having both arginine alpha-ketoglutarate […]
Everybody listens to music, in the car, hanging out with friends or when you are home alone. And of course, music during physical activity cannot be forgotten; all the gyms have music on, people wearing headphones and even exercises based on music beats such as spinning classes! All of this […]
The need for regular consumption of high quality protein, especially by people practicing strength sports, as well as those who want to “earn” an impressive figure, do not need anyone, including the above- mentioned people, convince. Proteins and body compositionWhat is whey protein?Why are protein supplements healthy?Why are protein supplements […]
The fact that eating products that contain fiber is very important, even a child should know. It’s also known as food fiber or roughage. This compound is one of the multi-sugars, or complex carbohydrates. It is not digested and absorbed by the human digestive tract, therefore it is not a […]
Fat burners, calorie burners, thermogenics or other slimming preparations – whatever they called, it should be borne in mind that they are all dietary supplements. Supplements – therefore additives – to a proper diet and physical activity, which we should use when we want to ”lose extra pounds”. In other […]
IntroductionStructure of hairHair growthFood and nutrients to keep hair healthyOverconsumption of foods and nutrients that can cause hair issuesConclusionsReference Introduction The hair on our head is our crowning glory! We strive to have thick lustrous hair that looks and feels healthy. Our hair is very personal to us and we […]
Amino acids are organic compounds which have a considerable meaning for our organism, and primarily for our muscles. What are amino acids?Why are amino acids important?What are essential amino acids?Which amino acids are essential?Why are amino acids essential?Why are amino acids conditionally essential?Why are amino acids non-essential?Are amino acids proteins? […]
The most important health benefits of rose root are the ability to raise energy levels, strengthen the immune system, relieve depression, support the nervous system, strengthen cognitive functions, help in losing kilograms and improve libido. Golden Root (Rhodiola Rosea)Stress reductionDepressionCognitive abilitiesLosing weightIncreased energyA healthy heartCancer prophylaxisThe immune systemSexual healthA word […]
The problem of osteoporosis affects about 30% of women in Poland, as well as 8% of men, a total of about 3 million people. Although it would seem that due to the high average consumption of milk and derived products, Polish residents should be relatively resistant to this disease, osteoporosis […]
NAC has many uses and can help people suffering from many ailments such as mood swings, lung problems, sleep disorders, infections and oxidative stress conditions. It can even help you protect against flu. It has also been proven that NAC lowers inflammation in tissues. NAC can not only get into […]
