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Calcium + Vitamin D
The combination of calcium and vitamin D3 significantly reduces the risk of fracture.
Calcium + D3: a combination to help prevent fractures
National Osteoporosis Foundation
2016
Calcium supplementation and BMD
43 studies, 7,382 participants: significant increase in bone mineral density (femoral neck, total body).
Calcium: building strong bones before the age of 35
Multiple authors
2022
Bright yellow egg yolks sitting on an old, dark wooden table
Choline (in the form of lecithin) is essential for the synthesis of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory.
Lecithin: supporting memory with choline
Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation
2023
Serum phospholipids and chronic liver diseases
Association between serum phospholipid levels and liver protection.
Lecithin: supporting your liver naturally
Multiple authors
2025
GABA
GABA improves heart rate variability and sleep quality, and reduces anxiety.
GABA: relaxation that can be measured scientifically
Multiple authors
2025
The effects of oral GABA administration on stress and sleep
14 studies identified: effects on stress and sleep; safe dose up to 18g/day.
GABA: the relaxing neurotransmitter as a supplement
Hepsomali P et al.
2020
The effects of 5-HTP, taken as a capsule or in a functional food bar, on mood, sleep and cortisol
150 mg per day significantly improves mood and sleep whilst reducing cortisol levels.
5-HTP: mood, sleep and cortisol in a single supplement
Multiple authors
2024
Tryptophan and 5-HTP
A significant increase in plasma serotonin levels in adults and children.
5-HTP: the natural precursor of serotonin
Multiple authors
2025
5-HTP
100 mg a day for 12 weeks improves cognition and mood in older people.
5-HTP: supporting mood and cognitive function as we age
Multiple authors
2025
Behavioural and cognitive effects of tyrosine intake
Modest but significant improvements in cognitive function under demanding conditions.
L-Tyrosine: the precursor to dopamine, which aids concentration
Multiple authors
2015
Effect of tyrosine supplementation under stress or when under cognitive strain
Tyrosine counteracts declines in working memory caused by stress or fatigue.
L-Tyrosine: keeping a clear head under pressure
Jongkees BJ et al.
2015
L-carnitine and body weight and composition
Significant reduction in weight, BMI and body fat. Recommended daily dose: 2000 mg.
L-Carnitine: burning fat with the right dose
Multiple authors
2020
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