Astaxanthin: Independent Evidence on Skin, UV & ‘Internal Sunscreen’ Claims
Internal sunscreen? Skin moisture yes, lipid claims weak. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
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Nattokinase: Independent Evidence on Blood Pressure, Clots & Long-COVID
Dissolves microclots? Modest BP effect, bleeding risk. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Myo-Inositol: Independent Evidence on PCOS, Fertility & Insulin Resistance
PCOS metabolic and ovulatory benefit — guideline-endorsed. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Glutathione: Independent Evidence on Skin Whitening, IV Safety & Antioxidant Claims
Skin brightening from within? Oral weak, IV unsafe. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Bovine Colostrum: Independent Evidence on Gut, Immunity & Skin
Liquid gold for immunity? Athlete URTI data, beauty claims thin. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Psyllium Husk: Independent Evidence on Cholesterol, Glucose & Weight
Nature’s Ozempic? LDL and glucose yes — weight loss, weak. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Tongkat Ali: Independent Evidence on Testosterone, Libido & Safety
Natural testosterone booster? What human trials actually show. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Plant Protein: Pea, Soy, Rice & Blends — Independent Evidence vs Whey
Pea/soy/rice/hemp — parity with whey when dose and leucine are matched. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Yeast Protein: Independent Evidence on Safety, Purines & Efficacy
Single-cell vegan protein — one manufacturer-funded RCT, weak evidence. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.
Whey Protein: Forms, Grades & Independent Evidence on Muscle, MPS & Safety
WPC vs WPI vs WPH vs native — MPS dose-response and the leucine trigger. Independent human-trial evidence, funding traced, evidence graded.