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Why take a ‘women’s’ multivitamin?

At some point along the line, buying a multivitamin became akin to choosing a breakfast cereal or a new lipstick – that is, there’s way too much choice out there. Gummy vitamins, soluble vitamins, vitamins for kids, teens, menopausal women, 50+ … the list goes on. And then some. And one of the big differences is, of course, the array …

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Three Benefits of ZMA That You Didn’t Know

ZMA is known primarily for two things in the supplement world. Firstly for helping people meet their Zinc and Magnesium requirements. Secondly for its ability to enhance recovery and also improve sleeping patterns which also helps with recovery. However I thought I would bring to your attention three other benefits that you may be unaware of and could be beneficial …

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Andy Ogle talks to Supplement Judge

Andy Ogle, also known as “The Little Axe” was kind enough to give us a moment of his time to answer a few questions about what he does! He’s a mixed martial artist currently signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship in their featherweight division. A professional MMA competitor since 2009. What attracted you to mixed martial arts, have you always …

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Daniel Rocha talks to Supplement Judge

For this interview we talk to Daniel “DROC” Rocha. A NPC National Athlete soon to be IFBB Pro. From business owner to fitness enthusiast, Daniel takes what he does seriously.  He puts the same amount of attention in his family as he does his clients.  To him, each one is important.  His journey has been a long one, but through …

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Albe Geldenhuys Founder and CEO of USN talks to Supplement Judge

It gives great pleasure to be able to interview Albe Geldenhuys, founder and CEO of USN International. Could you tell us a bit about yourself and your background? After school I joined the National Police Force for 6 years, worked in a specialist unit as facial  for expert for 4 yrs. Toured the world for 2yrs then joined a Health …

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Elliot Rivera talks to Supplement Judge

For this interview we get to talk to Elliot Rivera, a strength and conditioning personal trainer and founder of www.HealtHaven.com Could you tell us a bit about yourself and your background? I’m born and raised in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York. I consider this one of the most diverse cultural melting pots in all of the world. …

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The All-in-One Multivitamin

In an earlier post we looked at the effect of various vitamins on the body. However, I felt it’s worth refreshing everyone’s memory on the importance of taking them. There are 13 vitamins classified as either water soluble (C and B complex) or fat soluble (A, D, E and K) and roughly 16 essential minerals (although this is subject to …

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Sport Supplements are to become illegal in the UK

First thing, if you enjoy your supplements, then act now. Go to  http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/13372 and show your support. We need to reach 10,000 signatories pretty quick. If on the other hand you don’t trust me and need further convincing then read on: Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in conjunction with a new European directive are clamping down on the …

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The Obesity Epidemic

Obesity: What you need to know: Obesity is a disorder in which a person has abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair their health. A persons’ Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple index of weight-to-height that is most commonly used to classify overweight and obesity in adults. BMI is defined as a person’s weight in kilos divided by …

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