This one’s for the coffee-drinkers, office-dwellers, party-goers, Netflix-bingers, and social media-surfers: Basically everyone who’s doing anything to deplete their neurotransmitters—which often seems like everything. This article wasn’t written to alarm you, but simply to state: There’s a good chance that your neurotransmitters are being depleted (even right now if you’ve … [Read more...]
The “Oz Effect” – Can you REALLY Trust Dr. Oz Supplements?
Dollars to donuts you read this article’s headline expecting another bash on America’s favorite doctor. But we're here to tell you: Dr. Oz isn't all bad. In fact, he and his guests often offer solid insight on nutritional supplements. However, given the recent Dr. Oz controversies centered on what we now know as the “Oz Effect,” smart viewers will do to fact-check which … [Read more...]
Are Nootropics Legal?
Put simply, the answer is: Yes-No-Maybe-ish. Unfortunately, the complete answer isn’t any less confusing or contradictory, but this article should help to decipher the methods of madness behind nootropic legality. For the most part, nootropics found in supplements are safe and completely legal. Where most of the confusion lies is in the legal classifications of … [Read more...]
Arginine as a Pre-Workout
Semi-essential amino acid arginine may have nitric oxide targeted pre-workout benefits. Arginine has been one of the most popular workout supplements over the past two decades, even though its supposed benefits remain contested. In theory, Arginine may aid workout performance by: Increasing nitric oxide (NO) production, leading to improved strength, endurance, … [Read more...]
Hoodia for Fat Loss
A cactus-like South African succulent used in local health traditions, Hoodia is used for appetite control. Various species of Hoodia, most notably Hoodia gordonii, have been consumed by South African tribal people to help ease thirst and hunger. Although technically not a "fat-burner," Hoodia has been suggested to help with weight management efforts via one key … [Read more...]
