Supplement & Wellness Guides
Most people over 40 take supplements without knowing whether the form, dose, or timing actually matters. These guides are here to help.
Each article tackles a specific problem: poor sleep, low energy, bone health, gut health, or declining immunity. You’ll find what the research says, which supplement forms actually absorb, and whether something is worth taking in the first place.
Practical, evidence-based, written in plain English.
The Glymphatic System: How Your Brain Cleans Itself While You Sleep
The glymphatic system is your brain’s overnight waste-clearance network. Here is how it works, why deep sleep is central, and what supports it.
Signs Probiotics Are Working: A Week-by-Week Timeline
The first signs probiotics are working usually show up within 1-2 weeks: less bloating, more regular bowel movements, less gas. Here’s the full week-by-week timeline.
Probiotics for Bloating: What the Evidence Actually Supports
Lactobacillus plantarum has the strongest clinical evidence for bloating. Here’s what the research actually shows about probiotics, strains, and bloating relief.
Magnesium and Insulin Resistance: The Overlooked Link After 40
Low magnesium is linked to insulin resistance and poorer blood sugar control. Here is what the research shows and why it matters after 40.
30 Plants a Week: What It Means and How to Actually Hit It
Eating 30 different plant foods a week is linked to a more diverse gut microbiome than eating fewer than 10. Here’s what counts, what doesn’t, and how to hit it without overhauling your diet.
What Is Oxidative Stress? Signs, Causes and Why It Speeds Up Ageing
Oxidative stress is the imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in your body. Here are the signs, causes and how it links to ageing.
High Fibre Breakfast Ideas That Actually Work
A genuinely high fibre breakfast needs at least 6-8g of fibre. Here’s what that actually looks like, five combinations that hit it, and where most cereals fall short.
What Is GlyNAC? The Glycine and NAC Combination Researchers Are Studying for Ageing
GlyNAC combines glycine and NAC to support glutathione. Here is what the research shows, why both matter, and an honest look at the evidence.
Best Probiotics for IBS UK: A Strain-by-Strain Clinical Review
Which probiotics actually help IBS? We review the strains with real clinical evidence for IBS-D, IBS-C and bloating, and what to look for in the UK.