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.
Can Violet Light Help With Myopia? A Study Weighs In
Got horrible vision? A daily dose of sunlight could help. An NIH study reveals sun’s violet light (VL) can prevent myopia, otherwise known as short- or nearsighted vision. The number of people who are nearsighted (unable to see objects far away) has doubled worldwide in the past 50 years, and researchers...
To Run Faster, Supplement With These Minerals, Says Study
Want to upgrade your workout performance? A study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition finds that women who took a mineral and nutrient supplement for a month improved their three-mile run time by nearly one minute. The supplement included iron, copper, zinc, carnitine (an amino acid derivative)...
6 Easy Biohacks to Improve Your Eyesight
“Your vision worsens as you age.” That’s one of those things you’re taught to expect as you grow older, like declining testosterone or an aching back. But, it’s fun to break the rules. Aging doesn’t mean resigning yourself to a malfunctioning body. You can keep your testosterone high, stay lean...
Power Up Your Mitochondria with KetoPrime
Your mitochondria power every cell in your body. They turn the fats and sugars you eat into cellular energy that keeps your body running. If you make your mitochondria stronger, your whole body benefits from the increased energy. More efficient mitochondria make you live longer, too. On the other hand,...
Save The Rainforest! Brain Octane is Palm Oil-Free
Do you know what’s in your oil bottle? Not all oil products are created equal. When you buy something that says “MCT” on it, it’s not always just from coconuts. Palm oil is often in there too, which nutritionally isn’t a huge deal… except that the palm oil industry has...
The Difference Between Collagen Protein and Gelatin
A lot of people ask about the difference between collagen and gelatin. Both are great ways to support healthy skin, joints and bones, which we’ll explore below. First, here’s a quick primer on the differences between collagen and gelatin. Despite similar names and ingredients, they behave quite differently in food....
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...
Why Coconut Oil Pulling Upgrades Your Teeth
Oil pulling was introduced to the Western world twenty years ago; today, it’s a growing trend with many oil pullers boasting fantastic oral and total health results. There are thousands of patient testimonials, but where does the science land? There isn’t a ton of science on this yet, but here’s...
Krill Oil vs Fish Oil: What to Know About Omega-3 Fatty Acids
In the world of Omega-3 fatty acids, the comparison between krill oil vs fish oil is a compelling exploration. These essential fats can play a pivotal role in supporting overall well-being. When you think of omega-3 fatty acids (aka omega-3s), there’s a good chance fish comes to mind. And you’re...
Calcium D-Glucarate
Your liver works hard for you. Even if you follow a sober lifestyle, the toxins you inadvertently breathe, eat, drink and even slather on your skin are a burden on your liver. This can start to take its toll on your energy and performance over time. Environmental toxins can even...