The secret of youth? The answer for us is very simple: being able to live every moment of life to the full. How do we do this? By taking care of ourselves through prevention, because the way we live really does make a difference. Discover in this article all the secrets to quality ageing...
Mineral salts: because I risk not getting enough with food
Author: Federica Federici
Mineral salts: because I risk not getting enough with food
Author: Federica Federici
You have most likely already heard the term micronutrients: in nutrition it is used to indicate precisely "smaller" nutrients that can be found in the foods we consume every day. These are vitamins and minerals, essential and to be introduced with the diet. But are we sure we're getting enough...
Cholesterol and triglycerides under control thanks to natural extracts
Author: Federica Federici
Cholesterol and triglycerides under control thanks to natural extracts
Author: Federica Federici
Nowadays cardiovascular diseases are among the main causes of mortality and disability in Western and developing countries. Prevention, largely underutilized, could significantly reduce the spread of cardiovascular disease. But how is prevention done? What are the natural remedies available to us...
Glutathione: the most powerful of the antioxidants
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Glutathione: the most powerful of the antioxidants
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Glutathione has been recognized by science as the most powerful of the antioxidants known to date, and represents the most important molecule for maintaining the health of our internal organism, the presence of which conditions the susceptibility of our natural defenses. But its function is much more complex and extensive: discover all its potential with us...
Is it really important to get enough sleep to sustain performance?
Author: Federica Federici
Is it really important to get enough sleep to sustain performance?
Author: Federica Federici
Sleep is a physiological necessity that is opposed to the state of wakefulness. Sleeping is resting: therefore allowing our body to recover from all the stimuli and efforts that occur during the day. But how can a good rest influence training results and improve performance? Find out with us in this article...
Ashwagandha is a nutraceutical phytotherapeutic element known as an adaptogen par excellence, capable of enhancing the body's ability to cope with and respond to stressors of various kinds, providing relief, counteracting states of anxiety, promoting relaxation, and mental clarity in cases of chronic psychophysical fatigue.Also known for its anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective and neuroprotective activities, it strengthens the immune system. An extraordinary nutraceutical element that can help anyone going through phases of psychophysical stress...
Multivitamins have always been among the allies most used by sportsmen of all kinds. But why? What is their function in the human body and how can they really help us...
Body weight loss and maintenance: are there natural allies?
Author: Federica Federici
Body weight loss and maintenance: are there natural allies?
Author: Federica Federici
When it comes to weight loss, body recomposition and slimming in general, one is often inclined to look for 'magic formulas' that will enable us to achieve the desired results in the shortest possible time. There are no magic formulas for slimming, but certain natural extracts can support our metabolism, lymphatic system and improve body composition and insulin sensitivity...
How to choose a multivitamin: a short practical guide
Author: Tiziano Nardini
How to choose a multivitamin: a short practical guide
Author: Tiziano Nardini
The supplement market is saturated with products, particularly multivitamins. But when is it necessary to take a multivitamin? And how can we be sure we are choosing the right one for our needs? We have tried to gather all the useful information in this short guide. All you have to do is read on...
Eye health and visual efficiency are very delicate factors to which we should pay close attention. Our eyes are in fact constantly active and subjected to numerous stressors. In the summer people tend to think that a good pair of sunglasses is enough to defend and protect them. But is it really so...
Liquid supplements: characteristics, usefulness and how to orient yourself in the choice
Author: Staff Iafnetwork
Liquid supplements: characteristics, usefulness and how to orient yourself in the choice
Author: Staff Iafnetwork
In this period of the year they begin to feel sultry, humid and persistent heat, which can cause intense sweating, dehydration, drops in blood pressure and sugar. Especially for those who practice outdoor sports and are therefore easily exposed to heat stroke and temperature changes, it is necessary to increase the attention span, making sure to always have the resources available to rebalance the body balance. Let's find out together in this article which are the substances that cannot be missing for the constant support of the athlete even in adverse weather conditions and when their integration is really useful...
Anxiety and mood disorders: nutraceutical in our help
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Anxiety and mood disorders: nutraceutical in our help
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
More and more daily life, especially in this historical period, subjects us to situations that push our body and also our mind to increasingly harsh and exhausting tests. Let’s see together in this article how nutraceutical can come in our support, with natural phytoextracts that can relieve depressive symptoms, anxiety and stress...
You may have heard of draining, magical products for weight reduction and removal of excess fluid. But what are they? What are they really for? On the market you can find all kinds of creams, herbal teas, syrups. In this article we will try to shed light on their mechanism of action, real usefulness, and we will deepen the characteristics of different types of products...
Foods and supplements for healthy and beautiful hair
Author: Andrea Catalano
Foods and supplements for healthy and beautiful hair
Author: Andrea Catalano
To show off strong and healthy hair, unfortunately, it is not enough to buy the latest formulated shampoo or trendy mask: hair care also starts from our tables. In addition to the choice of non-invasive, quality products and healthy habits in hair-care, a key role is played by the choice of nutrients...
Sun supplements: how best to prepare your skin for the sun
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Sun supplements: how best to prepare your skin for the sun
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Here is a list of the best nutraceutical sun supplements and natural extracts to help you prepare and protect your skin from the damage caused by sun exposure. Start taking them 4 weeks before going out in the sun to get the maximum benefit...
Essential amino acids. More on the most discussed supplement. Myths to debunk and how to use.
Author: Andrea Catalano
Essential amino acids. More on the most discussed supplement. Myths to debunk and how to use.
Author: Andrea Catalano
In nature there are over 500 amino acids, of which man is able to use only 20 for protein synthesis. Of these, 9 are defined as unconditionally essential, therefore, they must necessarily be introduced by power or integration, since their lack is incompatible with life and the body is not able to produce them autonomously...
Vitamin C is one of the most important water-soluble vitamins for our organism and, since it cannot accumulate inside our organism, it must be taken through nutrition and eventual adequate integration.The precious vitamin C performs several fundamental functions for our body: let’s see them together...
Vitamins are the most popular and used food supplements, however, it is essential to know how to choose correctly the products that actually play a role in the prevention and therapy of cardiovascular diseases, as well as antioxidant effects, anti-inflammatory.Let’s see together the peculiarities of Vitamin E, C, B and D...
The vitamins of group B are many and all important for our organism because they work both alone and in synergy; one consequence and strength of the other, to complement each other, to activate important physiological functions.Cellular metabolism, body development, mood regulation, weight loss are just some of the tasks they perform...
S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) is an important physiological compound produced in the body by combining the essential amino acid methionine with adenosyl triphosphate (ATP). SAM was discovered in Italy in 1952 and most of the research on its actions was done in this very country...
Memory is a function of the brain that, despite being subject as all bodily functions to inexorable decline, can be supported by a proper diet but also by the targeted use of some specific supplements for brain support...
French Maritime Pine Bark | All the properties of Pycnogenol
Author: Gabriele Trapani
French Maritime Pine Bark | All the properties of Pycnogenol
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Among the nutraceuticals that have attracted scientific interest in recent years is the pycnogenol, a polyphenol that is obtained from the bark of the French maritime pine (Pinus maritima) and contains a very powerful mix of antioxidants. Find out more in the post...
Maqui Berries | A concentrate of antioxidants and benefits
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Maqui Berries | A concentrate of antioxidants and benefits
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Maqui berries are extraordinary concentrates of antioxidants, as well as having a high concentration of vitamins, in particular of groups E and B, but the characteristic of these berries is their very high content of Delphinidin...
Sports and nutrition: the importance of carbohydrates
Author: Staff Iafnetwork
Sports and nutrition: the importance of carbohydrates
Author: Staff Iafnetwork
They are the main source of energy and can be defined as the most important energy substrate for energy production during physical activity.Without them we would never be able to restore ATP; the energy molecule that enables muscles to contract.In this article we discuss carbohydrates and their importance in terms of performance. The best carbohydrates on the market and in which supplements they can be found...
Hericium Erinaceus | Properties and benefits of the medicinal mushroom
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Hericium Erinaceus | Properties and benefits of the medicinal mushroom
Author: Gabriele Trapani
The beneficial properties of Hericium Erinaceus, an edible and medicinal mushroom typical of traditional Chinese medicine, are many. Let's see in detail how Hericium can actually help in the treatment of various pathologies of the nervous system and gastrointestinal system...
Fenugreek has several beneficial properties that have seen it spread as a food supplement with an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory action. Discover all the health benefits of fenugreek...
Macha is part of the ancient oriental tradition and it has become a trend all over the world for its nutritional properties and its versatility in the kitchen...
Hericium erinaceus, is a medicinal fungus used as an ancient folk remedy to treat degenerative diseases, ulcers, gastritis and tuberculosisLike many of the fungi, it is rich in sterols (lanosterol, betulin, lupeol, inotidiol etc), antioxidants (SOD-Suuperossido dismutase, melanin), polysaccharides (chitin, alpha and bata-glucans). It has the highest amount of SOD of all nutrients discovered so far, up to fifty times more than other medicinal fungi...
Astragalus membranaceus is a precious herb for its properties known in the traditional Chinese medicine and enhanced by the modern nutraceutical.It has been studied for its cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory and antiaging effects, it is also a powerful anti-inflammatory agent able, among other things, to reduce cholesterol levels...
Since ancient times, man has used milk thistle to alleviate the problems related to the malfunction of the liver. In fact, the beneficial properties of this plant, typical of the Mediterranean scrub, are able to perform a protective function and even repair the liver...
Echinacea is a perennial herbaceous plant that includes at least 9 species and is known for its healing, anti-infective and strengthening of the immune system. The subject, in reality, is much more complex than it may appear and be also very interesting, it is worth deepening it together...
One of the natural substances with extraordinary bioactive effects, scientifically proven, The Nutraceutical is the Curcumin that has remarkable anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in addition to other interesting potential for applications such as cardiovascular, intestinal, and recently we have arrived at the neurocognitive and neuroprotective...
GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter present in our brain and has the main function of maintaining the delicate balance between sleep and waking, thus significantly contributes to homeostasis and mental and physical balance in general...
L-Carnitine (especially its Acetyl-L-Carnitine form, plus bioavailable) is a supplement that has been known as a weight loss supplement, yet, it is increasingly emphasizing its role in the brain as a supplement for improvement of attention, the conception and the psychic performances...
Resveratrol is an antioxidant substance of great help to our body, fight free radicals and is protective against pathogens such as fungi or bacteria.Resveratrol is a famous component of wine, in particular red, but we find it in large quantities in red blueberry and black blueberry, currant and strawberry. In general, berries are rich in them...
Guide to probiotics: types, which ones to choose and DIRECTIONS them
Author: Carmine Orlandi
Guide to probiotics: types, which ones to choose and DIRECTIONS them
Author: Carmine Orlandi
Probiotic therapy, following the specific warnings, can be a natural and effective approach to restore the integrity of the intestinal barrier and eubiosis, resulting in better absorption of nutrients and better general health, including the reduction of incidence and severity of intestinal diseases...
Citicoline | Origin, what is it used for and how does it support the brain
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Citicoline | Origin, what is it used for and how does it support the brain
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Citicoline is a substance with psychostimulant and nootropic activities that is indicated in the supportive treatment of parkinsonian syndromes and much more. Let's find out about the origins, functions and indications for taking citicoline to promote brain activity, attention and memory...
Minor pearl herb: innovative and precious source of essential oils
Author: Andrea Catalano
Minor pearl herb: innovative and precious source of essential oils
Author: Andrea Catalano
Buglossoides arvensis or lesser pearl grass; a small annual plant that is easy to find and which grows in all areas of our peninsula up to altitudes of about 1800m.Still little known, it is quickly gaining notoriety in the field of food supplementation by virtue of its particularly oily seeds, from which an extract rich in fatty acids is obtained: Ahiflower.Let's get to know him together with Dr. Catalano...
Known as Barbadian cherry too; this fruit is able to give us a significant concentration of Vitamin C.About fifteen times higher than that of a kiwi and twenty times that of the juice of an orange, the wedges that form the fruit, however, know how to give our body many other beneficial properties that Dr. Trapani explains...
Used since ancient times for phytotherapeutic purposes, it owes its name to its effective anti-rabies action.Belonging to the Rosaceae family, it grows spontaneously at high altitude on wooded and uncultivated land.A tonic with many positive properties for our body; let's talk you better with Dr. Trapani...
Vitamin K2: the vitamin that strengthens bones and erases wrinkles
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Vitamin K2: the vitamin that strengthens bones and erases wrinkles
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Its scientific name is menaquinone but for most of us it is simply vitamin K2; a real elixir for the beauty of the skin, for the health of the bones and even for the menstrual cycle ..Let's get to know her better together with Dr. Trapani...
Among nutraceuticals, one in particular seduces most researchers: it is the pycnogenol; a polyphenol obtained from the bark of the maritime pine; one of the most powerful antioxidant complexes in nature.Let's find out together...
Guarana (Paullinia Cupana) is an evergreen climbing plant that produces seeds used for the creation of energy drinks, pre-workouts, and energizing and antioxidant food supplements. Let's see all the properties, benefits and some curiosities about guarana...
Goji berries | The 4 Major Benefits Highlighted by Research
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Goji berries | The 4 Major Benefits Highlighted by Research
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Goji berries are among the richest fruits of antioxidants in the world, with a very high Orac value and one of the most popular superfoods in anti-aging medicine. Here are the main benefits and contraindications of the goji fruit for our well-being...
Green Tea | Benefits and Differences with Other Types of Tea
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Green Tea | Benefits and Differences with Other Types of Tea
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Green tea: here are the benefits and properties for health and weight loss confirmed by research. In this article we find out why green tea is much more than a drink, it is real health support that differs from black and white tea for its unique characteristics...
Protect your skin from the solar radiation with Quercitin!
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Protect your skin from the solar radiation with Quercitin!
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Quercetin (or quercitin) is a natural extract belonging to the family of flavonoids and has extraordinary properties: antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, anti-age, supports the cardiovascular system...
Spirulina algae | The Extraordinary Benefits of Spirulina Powder
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Spirulina algae | The Extraordinary Benefits of Spirulina Powder
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Spirulina algae is a filamentous single-cell microalga that lives in the fresh-brackish waters of tropical or subtropical lakes and has numerous beneficial properties for health, but also warnings and contraindications to keep in mind...
Reishi | Benefits and properties of reishi, the "immortality mushroom"
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Reishi | Benefits and properties of reishi, the "immortality mushroom"
Author: Gabriele Trapani
The ancients nicknamed the reishi (Ganoderma Lucidum) "mushroom of immortality" for the potential of this exceptional medicinal mushroom capable of helping to increase the body's defenses. Let's see what all the properties and benefits of reishi are...
Prebiotics, probiotics and intestinal bacterial flora | Complete guide
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Prebiotics, probiotics and intestinal bacterial flora | Complete guide
Author: Gabriele Trapani
The guide for understanding how intestinal health and intestinal flora work, explaining in detail what they are, what they are used for and when lactic, probiotic and prebiotic cultures should be taken...
Dandelion: benefits, active ingredients, and contraindications of dandelion
Author: Gabriele Trapani
Dandelion: benefits, active ingredients, and contraindications of dandelion
Author: Gabriele Trapani
The dandelion that is commonly found in the meadows and that we used to blow hides in itself effective phytoremediation appreciated for centuries. Discover all the curiosities regarding the use of dandelions, traditional use, properties, and contraindications...
Astaxanthin is a powerful natural antioxidant derived from red microalgae that helps protect many parts of the body from oxidative damage, including the skin (it is an excellent anti-aging treatment!), the heart, the eyes and much more...
Berberine is a bioactive compound derived from an extraction of various plants including Berberis, that has piqued my interest for some time. Therefore, I have studied the characteristics in-depth to formulate a product that contained it, because with the studies in hand, it is obvious that we are faced with a very powerful herbal supplement...
If you are reading this article you are most likely interested in finding out what makes microencapsulated proteins different from all other protein sources on the market. Find out with us what they differ for and the advantages of using them...
Practical advice: how to manage power and integration to give a "boost" to your performance
Author: Federica Federici
Practical advice: how to manage power and integration to give a "boost" to your performance
Author: Federica Federici
It is essential for an athlete to find the key to continuously improve their performance: whether it is to give their best during a workout, win a competition or simply be able to push themselves beyond their limits, it is important to understand the mechanisms to reach the "next level" . Discover with us in this article the basics to be able to boost your sports performance...
Intensity in training, supplementation and muscle anabolism
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Intensity in training, supplementation and muscle anabolism
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Is there a certain and unique way for muscle growth? What are the levers that can be used to achieve the best muscle anabolism results? And what are the supplements needed...
Is there a "best training for hypertrophy"? Volume vs Intensity
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Is there a "best training for hypertrophy"? Volume vs Intensity
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
The recurring question of those who practice bodybuilding or other disciplines aimed at muscle growth and strength is: "is there an absolutely better version of training for hypertrophy?". The answer is no. Let’s see why...
Can creatine supplementation really improve athletic performance? After years of studies, it can be said that creatine supplementation can accompany and modify metabolic adaptations following exercise...
Proteins are a fundamental element for our organism, as they are involved in all vital functions. Many false legends are widespread on this subject: let’s deepen our knowledge to choose more consciously...
Glutamine: functions and types of glutamine on the market
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Glutamine: functions and types of glutamine on the market
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Glutamine is classified as non-essential amino acid, however, it can be termed conditionally essential, since, there are situations where the body may not be able to cope with the high demands making it necessary to introduce it from external sources. In fact, about 60% The 60% of glutamine present in the human body is contained in muscle tissue and its plasma concentrations decrease after an intense and prolonged exerciseGlutamine is widely used in clinical practice in all those situations where there are particularly marked organ imbalances that compromise its absorption and/or metabolism...
MCU-20® is the innovative and exclusive microencapsulation technology that Yamamoto® has formulated to ensure consumers the 100% absorption of the active ingredients contained in the supplements.Everything you ingest reaches the target! Yamamoto exceeds all absorption limits, typical of some raw materials, thanks to the new technology MCU-20®...
Branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) are one of the most historically used supplements by athletes of multiple disciplines. In fact, they are one of the cornerstones of the food supplement industry and are a must for anyone who wants to take care of this additional aspect of their sports plan and program.In recent years, however, with the release of new studies and the placing on the market of new supplements, the interest in BCAAs has come to decrease and in fact, their role and effectiveness has been reduced, both as a supplement. ergogenic and as an aid for body recomposition...
Are molecules that contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur, structured as chains of amino acids that differ in length, function and shape. But which ones to choose and what are their properties? Is there a recommended dosage...
Its a supplement used, above all, to improve sports performance and increase muscle mass.But is that all there is?In this article, Dr. Nardini explains what the properties of creatine are, what it is and its role in sports...
Taurine | What it is, why take it, what are the side effects
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
Taurine | What it is, why take it, what are the side effects
Author: Massimiliano Febbi
The properties of taurine certainly make it a very important amino acid, not only for professional athletes. Let's see what it is, why it is important to take it, where it is found in food, and what are the side effects...
Prebiotics, probiotics and intestinal bacterial flora | Complete guide
Author: Gabriele Trapani The guide for understanding how intestinal health and intestinal flora work, explaining in detail what they are, what they are used for and when lactic, probiotic and prebiotic cultures should be taken.
Author: Gabriele Trapani All those who weight train are obsessively bound to the pleasant feeling of pump: is it only the power of "suggestion" or is pump really an important factor for muscle growth?
Author: Staff Iafnetwork Mr. Olympia is the title given to the winner of the professional bodybuilding contest. Results of the most important event in the world of bodybuilding and fitness, held in Las Vegas on 18-19-20 September 2015 at Orleans Arena.
