Nutraceuticals
Discover Nutraceuticals for Weight Loss, Energy, Sleep, Clarity and Hot Flashes.
Over-the-counter supplements can be useful. These include vitamins, minerals, herbs, phytonutrients, or other natural ingredients from food whose useful effects can targeted.
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Weight Loss
Pills for weight loss!? Most don’t work. Some that do work, work in ways that are not good. But there are some things that really can help. We know this from high quality placebo controlled studies on actual people.
Energy
Natural compounds can improve energy. Some are just stimulants – I’m not a fan of these. Yes, you’ll get more energy, but you’ll be more tired afterward than you would have been otherwise.
Better Sleep
Melatonin is the body’s own sleep aid. It is a hormone that triggers sleep onset. Melatonin supplements may work because they contain the same molecule the body produces. However, the amounts found in supplements are so great that they may reduce how much the body makes on its own.
Mental Clarity
L-theanine is an amino acid found naturally in tea leaves, particularly green tea. It has been studied for its potential benefits in enhancing mental function, reducing stress and anxiety, and improving sleep quality.
Hot Flashes
Humulus, also known as hops, is a plant commonly used in brewing beer but has also been studied for its potential health benefits. It has been investigated for its ability to reduce the severity and frequency of hot flashes, a common symptom experienced by women during menopause.