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.
Liposomal Glutathione: What It Is and Does It Actually Work?
Liposomal glutathione claims better absorption than standard supplements. We examine the evidence — and how it compares to NAC.
What Is the Gut Microbiome? How It Works and Why It Matters
Your gut contains trillions of microorganisms that shape immunity, mood and metabolism. Here’s what the research shows about keeping them healthy.
Lactobacillus Casei: What It Is, What It Does, and Where to Find It
Lactobacillus casei is the strain behind Yakult and Actimel — but there’s more to it than the marketing. Here’s what the clinical evidence shows about its benefits and uses.
Lactobacillus Rhamnosus: Benefits, Uses and What the Research Shows
Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG is one of the most researched probiotic strains in existence. Here’s what the evidence shows about its benefits, dosage, and how it works in the gut.
Fermented Foods and Gut Health: What the Research Actually Shows
Fermented foods don’t just add beneficial bacteria — they change the gut environment itself. Here’s what the research actually shows about their benefits and how they compare to probiotic supplements.
Lactobacillus Plantarum: Benefits, Food Sources and Uses
Lactobacillus plantarum is one of the most versatile probiotic strains, naturally found in fermented foods from kimchi to sourdough. Here’s what the research shows about its benefits and how to use it.
The Gut-Brain Axis: How Your Gut Affects Your Mood and Mental Health
Around 90% of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, not the brain. The connection between gut health and mental wellbeing is more direct than most people realise — here’s what the research shows.
Postbiotics: What They Are, What They Do, and Why They Matter
You’ve heard of probiotics and prebiotics. Postbiotics are less well known — but they may be the part of the equation that matters most for your gut lining and immune function.
Worst Foods for Gut Health: What to Limit and Why
Some foods consistently damage gut microbiome diversity and gut lining integrity. Here’s what the research identifies as the worst offenders — and what to eat instead.