Dr Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, previously told MBG that vitamin C serums are typically used to brighten skin, even skin tone, and combat oxidative stress. As a Topically applied antioxidantnotes that vitamin C “protects the skin against free radicals, blocks the production … Read more
While the tips above are more general training tricks, this technique is especially helpful for those struggling with feelings of anxiety. Many people who struggle with this also struggle with sensitivity to feelings associated with worry or panic, she explains, “such as a racing heart and shortness of breath.” Those sensations are similar to how … Read more
For a long time, scientists did not believe that oral glutathione supplements were effective in increasing glutathione levels due to low bioavailability (and therefore bioefficacy). mbg vice president of scientific affairs Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., RDNshares that “the glutathione smear campaign really took off, but it was categorically wrong. Well-designed research just needed to catch … Read more
High-quality, whole-food multivitamins contain a full range of essential vitamins and minerals, many of which help promote muscle growth, function, and regeneration.* For example: most multis include vitamin D (which supports muscle health in myriad ways, as we’ve seen above) and vitamin Cwhich is an enzyme cofactor for the production of collagen and carnitine, both … Read more
Vitamin C is perhaps most famous for supporting the immune system, but that’s not the only benefit on its resume, says Ferira. “Pigeonholing it as a temporary need or just for immunity purposes is another myth,” she says. Don’t get us wrong, immune support is essential (and not just when you feel bad). But vitamin … Read more
The two flavoprotein coenzymes derived from riboflavin, FMN and FAD, are vital for getting enough oxygen to the brain so it can send nerve signals and messages to the rest of the body.* Without the B vitamins, the brain simply wouldn’t get the oxygen and nutrients it needs. crucially needed.* Equally comprehensively, pantothenic acid, niacinand … Read more
To be fair, this myth has been invented based on precise (sometimes confusing) science. Let’s explain: There are three main omega-3s: ALA (also known as alpha-linolenic acid), EPA, and DHA. While ALA is found in plants, marine omega-3s have more published clinical science to their name and are also found primarily in fish. Now a … Read more
In more scientific terms, it is the transfer of methyl groups (ie, one-carbon, three-hydrogen molecules, also known as CH3) to and from various bioactive compounds in the body. Methylation is vital for the production of key neurotransmitters, amino acids, antioxidants, and hormones that directly affect multiple areas of health, and folic acid is extremely important … Read more