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Vitamin K2: The Forgotten Vitamin That Protects Your Bones and Heart
Vitamin K2 directs calcium into bones and away from arteries. Most UK adults don't get enough — here's why it matters.
Perimenopause Supplements: What the Evidence Says About Managing Symptoms
Hot flashes, poor sleep, mood shifts, bone loss — perimenopause is complex. Here's an honest look at which supplements have clinical evidence behind them.
Post-Workout Recovery: The Science of What to Take and When
What you do in the hour after training determines how much you recover before the next session. Here's the evidence-based playbook.
Bloating After Eating: Causes, Tests, and Supplements That Help
Bloating affects 30–40% of UK adults regularly. Here's a structured approach to identifying the cause — and what actually helps.
Why You Wake Up at 3am — And What to Do About It
Waking in the early hours is one of the most common sleep complaints in the UK. Here are the biological causes — and evidence-based fixes.
Folate vs Folic Acid: Which Form Should You Take and Why?
Folic acid is synthetic. Folate is the natural form. For 10–15% of people with an MTHFR variant, this difference is clinically meaningful.
Protein Requirements: How Much Do You Actually Need Per Day?
The UK government says 0.75g/kg. Exercise science says 1.6–2.2g/kg. Here's the nuanced, evidence-based answer.
Iodine Deficiency in the UK: The Silent Epidemic Affecting Your Thyroid
UK iodine intakes have dropped 50% since the 1970s. Your thyroid needs iodine to function. Here's what you need to know.
Does Saw Palmetto Work for Hair Loss and Prostate Health? The Evidence
Saw palmetto is one of the world's most popular supplements for men. Here's what the clinical evidence actually shows — and what it doesn't.
Iron Deficiency in Women: Why It's So Common and How to Fix It
Iron deficiency is the world's most common nutritional deficiency. UK women of reproductive age are particularly at risk. Here's what you need to know.
Melatonin for Sleep: What UK Residents Need to Know (It's Prescription-Only)
Melatonin is prescription-only in the UK. Here's why — and what the evidence-backed alternatives actually are.
Pre-Workout Supplements: What Works and What's Just Caffeine
Most pre-workouts are caffeine and marketing. Here are the 5 ingredients with genuine exercise performance evidence — and which to skip.
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