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Funding transparency, side effect profiles, and alternatives for the most prescribed medications.

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36 medications across 14 categories

Supplement Guide

Quality analysis, oxidation standards, third-party testing, and evidence transparency — no affiliate deals.

Cardiovascular & Anti-inflammatory

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Supplement

EPA · DHA · ALA — Fish Oil, Krill Oil, Algae Oil

Form MattersRancidity Risk

Quality Guide 11 Trials

Minerals & Electrolytes

Magnesium

Supplement

Glycinate · Citrate · L-Threonate · Malate · Oxide — and why the form is everything

Form Matters EnormouslyWidely Deficient

Quality Guide 9 Trials

Sodium (Electrolyte Context)

Supplement

Primary extracellular cation · Fluid balance · Most people get enough · Risk of over-supplementation

Most People Don't Need MoreNSAID / Corticosteroid Interactions

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Potassium

Supplement

Primary intracellular cation · Blood pressure · Muscle function · Critical medication interactions

ACE Inhibitor / ARB Interaction: HIGHDiuretic Interaction: HIGH

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Calcium

Supplement

Bone mineral · Carbonate vs. Citrate matters · Thyroid & antibiotic timing critical · Cardiac controversy

Citrate: PPI & Older Adult PreferredThyroid Med Interaction: CRITICAL

Quality Guide 4 Trials

Bone Health & Immune Function

Vitamin D3

Supplement

Cholecalciferol — the form your skin makes from sunlight

Form MattersWidespread Deficiency

Quality Guide 5 Trials

Cardiovascular & Mitochondrial

CoQ10

Supplement

Coenzyme Q10 — mitochondrial energy carrier and lipid-soluble antioxidant

Form MattersStatin Depletion

Quality Guide 5 Trials

Performance & Cognitive Function

Creatine

Supplement

Creatine monohydrate — the most evidence-backed performance supplement in existence

500+ RCTsCheap Form = Best Form

Quality Guide 5 Trials

Metabolic & Glucose Management

Berberine

Supplement

Isoquinoline alkaloid — AMPK activator with glucose-lowering and lipid-modifying effects

Drug Interactions: HighBlood Sugar

Quality Guide 6 Trials

Protein & Performance

Whey Protein Concentrate

Supplement

WPC — 70–80% protein by weight · Most affordable whey · Retains bioactive fractions

DIAAS Score: ~0.97–1.09Nitrogen Spiking Risk

Quality Guide 4 Trials

Whey Protein Isolate

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WPI — 90%+ protein by weight · Virtually lactose-free · Highest DIAAS score among protein supplements

DIAAS Score: ~1.09–1.25Lactose-Free

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Whey Protein Hydrolysate

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WPH — Pre-digested whey · Fastest absorption kinetics · Premium price for modest additional benefit

Fastest AbsorptionPremium Cost

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Casein Protein

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Micellar Casein · Slow-digesting · Sustained amino acid release · DIAAS ~1.08

Slow-Release (7–8 hrs)DIAAS Score: ~1.08

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Pea Protein

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Pea Protein Isolate (PPI) — Most studied plant protein · DIAAS ~0.82 · Heavy metals: moderate risk

DIAAS Score: ~0.82Vegan / Dairy-Free

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Rice Protein

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Brown Rice Protein — DIAAS ~0.37–0.57 · Arsenic risk · Best used in pea+rice blends

DIAAS Score: ~0.37–0.57Arsenic Risk

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Egg White Protein

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Albumin-based · DIAAS ~1.09 · Moderate absorption · Complete amino acid profile

DIAAS Score: ~1.09Dairy-Free

Quality Guide 2 Trials

Hemp Protein

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Cannabis sativa seed protein · DIAAS ~0.63–0.66 · High fiber · Rich in omega-3 ALA

DIAAS Score: ~0.63–0.66Vegan / Dairy-Free

Quality Guide 2 Trials

Collagen & Connective Tissue

Type I Collagen (Hydrolyzed Peptides)

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The most abundant body collagen · Skin, tendons, bone · 10g+ dose required · Gummies rarely count

Skin Evidence: Modest RCT DataGummies Rarely Effective Dose

Quality Guide 4 Trials

Type II Collagen / UC-II®

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Undenatured Type II Collagen · Joint-specific · 40mg dose (not 10g) · Oral tolerance mechanism

Different Mechanism from Type IDose: 40mg (Not 10g)

Quality Guide 3 Trials

Marine Collagen

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Fish-derived · Smaller peptides · Type I dominant · Potential absorption advantage · Sustainability concerns

Type I DominantSmaller Peptide Size

Quality Guide 2 Trials

Bovine Collagen

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Cow hide / bone · Type I+III · Most studied form · The reference standard for collagen research

Type I + III CollagenMost Research-Backed Source

Quality Guide 3 Trials

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Peptide Education

Mechanism, sourcing safety, grey market risks, and bloodwork guidance — education only, no recommendations.

Peptides are not FDA-approved (with limited exceptions). Most require injection — capsule or pill forms claiming systemic effects are almost always ineffective. If exploring these with a provider, source matters: compounding pharmacy only.