NAD+ precursors, PQQ, and spermidine get marketed together as the new wave of longevity supplements, but they don’t deserve equal confidence. Here’s what UK-relevant research and regulation actually say about each one — including one product we can’t currently vouch for the way we can the others.
Health Tips for Energy & Vitality
Guides on nutrients linked to everyday energy levels, from B vitamins and iron to adaptogens like ginseng.
Quercetin is one of the most widely sold antioxidant supplements in the UK, but it’s also one of the few with genuine, well-documented interactions with common prescription medication. Here’s what UK-relevant research actually supports, and the safety point most product listings leave out entirely.
What research genuinely supports among longevity supplements — including an important regulatory note on NMN and spermidine, and why berberine isn’t a substitute for GP care.
What UK research actually shows about CoQ10 for heart health, energy and statin use — including where the evidence is strong and where it’s still preliminary.
Seven commonly discussed supplements for men over 40 — with an honest look at which testosterone and health claims are well-supported, and which are still emerging.
What research genuinely supports about astaxanthin for eyes, skin and antioxidant support — honest about the narrow lab claims behind the “6,000x stronger” statistic.
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Feeling low on energy has many possible causes, from sleep and stress to genuine nutrient shortfalls such as iron or B12 deficiency. This category covers what research says about nutrients including B vitamins, iron, CoQ10 and adaptogens such as ginseng and maca root, alongside the sleep and activity habits that influence energy levels day to day.
Persistent fatigue is also worth mentioning to your GP, particularly if it’s new or unexplained — a supplement is not a substitute for ruling out an underlying cause.