Supplements

With all the demands of daily life, it can be difficult to get all the nutrients we need through diet alone. That’s where supplements come in. Supplements can help fill nutritional gaps sometimes found in a modern diet. So, we’ve created resources to help explain some popular supplements and why they make impactful additions to your wellness routine. Read about supplements that support healthy aging and immunity, essential vitamins and minerals, aminos, enzymes, macronutrients and more.

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Choosing the Best Protein Powder for Your Body: A Complete Guide

Shopping for protein powder is a challenging feat. There is no shortage of options, from whey to casein to soy to egg. All claim to deliver the powerful benefits of protein: keeping you satiated, growing and repairing cells and boosting metabolism. Each new protein tub may bring a new set...

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How to Reduce Holiday Stress in 2020

It’s safe to say that 2020 will be a major chapter in the history books of our lives. From being quarantined inside our homes to wearing face masks out in public, enduring the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly been a huge challenge. And, for social butterflies like me, the concept of...

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How to Strengthen Your Immune System Naturally

The weather changes. You traveled by plane. You lost a night of sleep. And now you’re feeling … blegh. You want to feel your best day in and day out, but sometimes, life has other plans. Fortunately, there are things you can do right now to support and strengthen your...

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Can You Take Supplements While Fasting? Everything You Need to Know

Fasting means abstaining from food for a specific period. There are many ways to do it, the most common being intermittent fasting, where you alternate between eating and fasting windows. Extended fasting lasts 24 hours or more, like the 48-hour fast. Another popular method is time-restricted eating, where you consume...

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Collagen Supplements: Guide to Types, Functions, and Benefits

There are thousands of collagen supplements on the market right now, and most of them look the same. They all claim to be “hydrolyzed,” “grass-fed,” and “bioavailable.” The packaging is clean. Reviews are glowing. But when you’ve been through 3 or 4 brands and still can’t tell if anything is...

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How Biotin Benefits Healthy Nail Growth

You’ve seen the beauty products promoting something called biotin for thick, healthy nails. But what is biotin, and how does it work? Turns out, if you’re tired of dealing with brittle nails that break easily, biotin might be your new best friend. Read on to learn how it works and...

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How Bulletproof Employees Use Collagen Protein in a Day

Breaking news: Bulletproof employees love to use Bulletproof products. Collagen protein powder, aka collagen peptides, is a great example of one type of product with tons of different uses, whether you’re adding protein to a smoothie or turning your coffee into a mocha. We asked three Bulletproof employees how and...

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How to Stay Focused When You’re Working from Home

If you had to rush into your work-from-home arrangement, you probably didn’t get to work out the kinks. And unless you live in a cave with WiFi, your home isn’t a distraction-free zone. Does your neighbor’s dog start an hour-long barking fit at 2:00 p.m. when the mail is delivered?...

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What Is Vitamin C, and What Does It Do?

We all know it’s important, but what does vitamin C actually do? Can orange juice really help your body beat a cold? Vitamin C benefits range from boosting your T-cells, to helping your neurons function and your body repair injuries. Here’s the low-down on what vitamin C does, recommended doses...

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6 Best Workout Supplements to Supercharge Your Training

Whether you’re just starting a new workout routine or have been hitting the gym for a while, you might be wondering whether workout supplements can make a difference. Many products on the market today make extensive claims. What are the best workout supplements to hit your goals, and which ones...

Acetyl L Carnitine

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...

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How to Use Bulletproof Collagen Protein Boosts

You might have heard that collagen is great for you. What if your daily dose of collagen protein tasted delicious and had extra benefits for targeted support? Bulletproof Collagen Protein Boosts hit all the marks. They’re available in three delicious flavors: Beauty Boost tastes like berry lemonade, Joint Boost tastes...

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What Is NAD+?

When it comes to the supplements NAD+ doesn’t always get the praise it deserves. Amino acids, multivitamins and protein powders get all the attention, but if you’re looking to support healthy aging, listen up. So, what is NAD+? Short for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, NAD+ is a coenzyme: a compound that...

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Benefits of Vitamin D and How to Get More of It

Spending time in the sunshine doesn’t just feel good — it’s also an easy way to help your body naturally produce vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin. The problem is that as many as 75 percent of U.S. teens and adults suffer from vitamin D deficiency. You need vitamin D. It...

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Moringa Benefits: Why You Need This Superfood Supplement

Heard of moringa? If not, you soon will. This strange-sounding leaf powder supplement is one of the latest superfoods to gain the limelight — and for good reason. Moringa boasts a powerhouse of free-radical-fighting, health promoting compounds that benefit your heart, head, skin, and more. Moringa, a nutrient-packed plant found...

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What is BHB and Should You Be Taking It on Keto?

If you’ve been researching the keto diet or if you’ve been restricting your carbohydrates for a while, chances are you’ve come across beta-hydroxybutyrate, or BHB supplements. These powders, pills and drinks promise to make keto easier and boost your results if you’re already in ketosis. But did you know that...