Supplements / Aminos & Enzymes
If you’ve ever wondered what aminos or enzymes are and what they do for you, you’re in the right place. We break down the aminos and enzymes found in common supplements and what they do for your wellness.
Feeling The Effects Of Stress? L-Tyrosine Can Support Focus And The Brain
L-tyrosine is an amino acid (the building block of a protein) with science-backed benefits for your brain, focus, stress management and more. Getting adequate amounts of tyrosine, either through diet or from a supplement, can help support your brain function. Keep reading to learn how it works, how to take...
What Is Serrapeptase? What to Know Before Trying It
Serrapeptase is a proteolytic enzyme that breaks proteins in the body into amino acids. Originally isolated from a bacteria in silkworms, serrapeptase, also known as serratiopeptidase, is taken as a natural dietary supplement. Scientists and health care researchers are still are still researching the possible wellness properties of serrapeptase. Read...
The Ultimate Digestive Enzymes Guide
Digestive enzymes break down food into the nutritional building blocks that your body needs. Digestive enzymes are naturally released to assist the digestive process. But in some instances, your body might not produce enough of a specific enzyme or enzymes. If you experience occasional digestive issues like bloating, indigestion or...
How Acetyl-L-Carnitine Burns Fat and Powers the Brain
Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR) is a powerful addition to your supplement toolbox. This valuable little molecule has been a staple in the bodybuilding and brain-hacking communities for years now, thanks to its ability to help you lose weight and power up your brain. Read on to learn more about the benefits of...
Hyaluronic Acid: The Anti-Aging Elixir That Keeps Skin Smooth & Supple
Hyaluronic acid probably isn’t what you think it is. After all, when you hear the word “acid” in the context of skin care, you think of products that chemically slough off skin, leaving you raw and red before you see any sign of their anti-aging benefits. Hyaluronic acid is different....
Conjugated Linoleic Acid: How CLA Helps With Fat Burning and Immunity
If you’ve been following the Bulletproof Diet, or looking for a way to burn more fat on a healthy, whole food diet, you may have come across CLA, or conjugated linoleic acid. It’s one of the magic ingredients that make grass-fed butter and meat so incredible for boosting your physical...
The Bulletproof Guide to Omega 3 Vs. Omega 6 Fats
The type of fat you eat is key to your performance — that’s why the Bulletproof Diet suggests eating 50-70% of your calories from fat every day. With that in mind, here’s a quick primer on different types of fat, with a particular focus on Omega 3s, Omega 6s, and...