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bernardbodo / Getty Images Ashwagandha and magnesium are two popular supplements often marketed together as a sleep aid or for anxiety relief. Magnesium and ashwagandha each have properties that can promote sleep and reduce anxiety, but no study has compared the benefits of taking both supplements together. Benefits of Ashwagandha and Magnesium Ashwagandha and magnesium have properties that make them helpful in treating various health conditions.
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Is Britain’s hard water killing your looks? When I moved to London from New York, my hair started falling out. In chunks. It wasn’t because I was particularly stressed (this was late-stage …
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Viktoriya Skorikova / Getty Images Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is a natural compound in your body. It plays a role in several important processes, including metabolism, immunity, and DNA repair. Studies reveal that the level of NAD+ in your body declines as you age.
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twinsterphoto / Getty Images The combination of hydroxymethylbutyrate (HMB) and vitamin D is becoming a popular supplement in the fitness industry. HMB is a compound produced naturally when the body breaks down the amino acid leucine, which plays a role in protein metabolism. HMB supplementation may increase muscle mass, growth, and strength in people who exercise and people who don't. Vitamin D is essential for bone growth and remodeling, preventing bones from thinning or becoming brittle.
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MStudioImages / Getty Images Inflammation is a normal part of the body's immune response to pain, injury, or infections. Acute (short-term) inflammation helps heal the body and protect against infections. However, inflammation is sometimes chronic (long-lasting), taking several months to years to resolve. Chronic inflammation can cause harm to the body and contribute to conditions like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and several autoimmune disorders.
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Farion_O / Getty Images Creatine is a compound produced naturally in the body by amino acids. About 95% of this compound can be found in the skeletal muscle. You can also get creatine by eating foods like red meat and seafood. This compound helps produce energy for the muscles. It's commonly used by strength and power athletes and bodybuilders who need an extra energy boost to maximize their performance or support muscle growth.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
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Perimenopause is the transition period when the female body starts to shift from reproductive age into menopause (when menstrual cycles stop completely). This transition usually begins around the mid-40s but could happen to some people as early as age 30. During perimenopause, women present with symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, increased anxiety, poor sleep, altered mood, and vaginal and sexual changes. On average, perimenopause lasts about four years.
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Dec 30, 2024 | 
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Caffeine is one of the world's most consumed psychostimulants (compounds that stimulate brain activity). It can be found in coffee beans, teas, cocoa, and energy drinks. Despite its widespread use, caffeine can interact with certain medications, affecting how they work, how long they last in the body, and how your body absorbs them.
