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Describing NAD+ as a powerhouse is not an overstatement. This small molecule is an antioxidant and electron carrier that is vital to every cell in your body. Low NAD+  levels are associated w…

NAD+ and NADH may bring back unwanted memories of biochemistry classes in high school. NADH stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) + hydrogen (H). NAD+ is the form without hydrogen. NA…

Naltrexone is an anti-opioid medication with different pharmacologic properties depending on the dosage. At the higher 50 mg to 300 mg dosage, naltrexone is used to treat alcoholism and opioid use…

Exercise is probably the single most important thing you can do to improve your health. It has several physical and psychological benefits: Increased muscle strength Improved mood Better…

Finasteride blocks DHT at the hair follicle to treat male-pattern baldness. Also called androgenic alopecia, male-pattern (and female-pattern) baldness affects about 50 million men and 30 milli…

Metformin is used to treat type 2 diabetes and prediabetes and is used off-label for many reasons, including weight loss, antiaging, and treating polycystic ovary syndrome. It has a very good safe…

Metformin is a medication used for decades to treat type 2 diabetes. Due to its low-cost and safety profile, it is the first choice for treating diabetes (along with diet and exercise), and the Am…

Antioxidants like glutathione protect your body from harmful byproducts of metabolism, toxins, environmental pollutants, and other threats. Glutathione is naturally produced in the liver and nerve…

Glutathione is an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in your body, protecting your liver and other organs from damage. Glutathione is a tripeptide composed of L-glutamine, glycine, and L-c…

Glutathione is an antioxidant that protects body cells from oxidative stress and damage. Tylenol is the brand name for acetaminophen, an over-the-counter fever reducer and pain reliever used by ov…

When beginning a medication or supplement, it is important to understand how long it will remain in your system. If a medication side effect occurs, knowing the half-life of a medication can help …

Glutathione is an antioxidant used in every cell in your body. Exposure to pollutants, smoke, alcohol, medications, and chronic stress can reduce your body’s glutathione stores. Unfortunately, thi…

Glutathione is called the “master antioxidant” and not without reason. It is used by every cell in the body to detoxify toxins, whether they are byproducts of metabolism, drugs, or environmental t…

Trimix combines three medications used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). Phentolamine, papaverine, and alprostadil synergistically increase blood flow into the penis to help men get and maintain…

Sermorelin is a synthetic growth hormone secretagogue. It is a small peptide made up of 29 amino acids. It stimulates the release of natural growth hormone from your pituitary gland. Many people u…

Lipotropics are compounds that promote fat release and removal from the liver. Alongside a low-calorie, nutritious diet and exercise, lipotropics can help you lose weight. Some of the most common …

Liraglutide (Victoza and Saxenda) and semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus) are both great prescription weight-loss drugs. Obesity is a serious chronic health condition that affects about 42…

Liraglutide is a safe and effective medication for treating type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity rates have tripled since 1975. In the U….

Liraglutide is the generic for Saxendra and Victroza. Like semaglutide, it is a GLP-1 agonist that is used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. Obesity is a chronic disease that increases the ris…

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is found in meats and dairy products and is commonly taken as a supplement. Your body cannot make vitamin B12, so it must be consumed in your diet. Many…