During the Covid pandemic surveys showed use of probiotic supplements had surged globally. Consumers had already become better informed about the immune benefits of probiotics, and the pandemic drove the interest even higher. Currently probiotic sales increase by...
A collaborative effort by researchers from four countries has fingered an inadequate intake of the mineral zinc as one of the “most devastating nutrient deficiencies” in the world’s population. Though minerals are often overlooked in the sphere of...
March 2024 marks a milestone of sorts: It’s the fourth anniversary of the start of America’s unprecedented pandemic lockdowns. The anniversary is a good time to reflect on the status of your own health and whether or not you’re prepared for the next...
According to new research conducted in Taiwan, supplementing with the amino acid L-glutamine has the ability to boost the recovery and performance of athletes following intense bouts of exercise. For this new study researchers focused specifically on combat-sport...
Ashwagandha, also known as winter cherry and Indian ginseng, is an evergreen shrub in the Solanaceae or nightshade family. Ashwagandha grows in India, the Middle East, and in parts of Africa. The herb’s scientific name is Withania somnifera. The herb is an...
You may have seen a locker room video of professional athletes submerging into an ice bath after a big game. This routine is referred to as a “cold plunge.” It’s also known as cold therapy, cold water immersion, and, when used historically for a...
