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Benefits of Creatine in Perimenopause and Menopause

As we age, the notion is that we will inevitably become weaker. Not as mobile as we were in our 40s, not able to lift as much as we could in our 30s or run as fast as we could in our 20s. Women, espec...

December 18, 2025•Maura MacDonald, MS, RD, CSSD
Discover the Best Alpha-GPC Supplements for Focus and Performance

You might have heard of alpha-GPC in sports enthusiast circles as a nutrient that supports workouts, but what is alpha-GPC and why is it good for you? Alpha-GPC is more than just a performance supplem...

December 17, 2025•Kathi Head, ND
Natural Ways to Combat Sleep Deprivation

We all know that catching enough zzz’s is vital for both our physical and mental well-being. Yet, according to a recent National Sleep Foundation poll, 60% of American adults still don’t g...

December 16, 2025•Sarah Daglis, ND, MS
Research Extracts: Green Tea Benefits Exercise Stamina

Welcome to the December 2025 issue of Research Extracts. “The Extracts” is designed to keep busy practitioners and savvy consumers up to date on the latest research on diet, nutrients, bot...

December 15, 2025•Thorne
Mayo Clinic: What’s Draining Your Mental Sharpness? Common, Fixable Causes

You misplaced your keys and forgot about this morning's dentist appointment. Yesterday, you accidentally left your groceries in the car. You’ve noticed that you can’t recall people&rsq...

December 14, 2025•Brent Bauer, M.D., Mayo Clinic
What is L-Theanine?

At Thorne, we’ve noticed an uptick in interest in L-theanine. If you’re wondering, “Just what is L-theanine?” then read on. This article will help answer your questions “...

December 12, 2025•Kathi Head, ND
Creatine 101: What It’s For, How to Use It, and Side Effects

What is creatine?Because athletes and bodybuilders are constantly looking for an edge to help their performance, it’s no surprise they often turn to one of the most-studied nutritional supplemen...

December 11, 2025•Joel Totoro, RD
How Exercise Affects Testosterone Levels

Do you persistently feel unusually tired or sluggish? In both men and women, low testosterone levels can be a reason for chronically feeling fatigued or weak while trying to complete everyday tasks. M...

December 10, 2025•Laura Kunces, PhD, RD, CSSD
Understanding Branched-Chain Amino Acids and Their Benefits

What exactly are branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs)? Should you be supplementing with them? How do BCAAs work? Researchers continue to explore the differences between taking a supplement that contains...

December 9, 2025•Joel Totoro, RD