Gabapentin is a prescription drug, which is primarily used to treat epilepsy and nerve pain. It can induce a ‘high’ and we will look at the effects and associated dangers with misusing the medication. The drug has been increasingly misused due to its increased availability.  Some doctors prescribe the medication with an opioid for severe pain.   The [...]

Propranolol is a beta-blocker sold under the brand names Bedranol and Inderal. While it is often prescribed for conditions such as high-blood pressure, angina and irregular heartbeats, this scientific review will analyze studies on its effects in treating anxiety, the side effects and reported dosages.  The beta-blocker works by blocking the action of organic chemicals, such as epinephrine. Therefore, propranolol has been explored as an off-label treatment for epinephrine-induced [...]

5-Hydroxytryptophan or 5-HTP is an amino acid that is used as a supplement. Some of it’s reported benefits include improving sleep, weight loss and alleviating depression. Due to the numerous and potentially dangerous side effects of prescription medication, 5-HTP has become a well-regarded natural alternative to prozac and sleep medication for health-conscious people. While some may [...]

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) seeds are used as an herbal remedy for various conditions or as part of a healthy diet. Some scientific evidence supports is use for diabetes, milk production for breastfeeding and to boost testosterone. Although the evidence is limited, there are some promising studies that prove its potential effectiveness. One interesting fact about [...]

Theanine is found in green tea — one of the healthiest beverages on the planet. Green tea has numerous benefits including fat burning, relaxation and concentration. Theanine is a compound responsible for some of the health benefits of green tea. There are no large scale studies on the benefits of theanine on anxiety but there are several [...]

D-Aspartic acid, also known as D-AA or D-asp is an amino acid that has been marketed as a testosterone booster. There is a lot of debate concerning it’s effectiveness. This article is going to investigate the evidence available in scientific studies with the dosages noted. You will notice D-aspartic acid as an ingredient in several [...]

L-arginine is an amino acid found in foods – such as meat and dairy products — some whey protein supplements and l-arginine isolated supplements. When ingested, arginine converts to nitric oxide, which has many health benefits that include sexual well-being and issues that involve blood flow, such as leg swelling. Arginine has promising results in [...]

Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, are a highly nutritious fruit native to China. They are typically eaten sun-dried and contain tiny seeds that are rich in fiber. Goji berries are also packed with iron, vitamin C and calcium. Small studies have shown that goji berries have the potential to boost your immune system, aid in digestion and help [...]

Most humans are lactose intolerant — some suffer from it worse than others — but there are a plethora of non-dairy sources of calcium. Calcium is the most plentiful mineral in the body and a deficiency may have little or no symptoms in the beginning. You need calcium to grow and maintain strong bones and teeth. [...]