Reviews

ZMA vs Casein: Which Is Better for Nighttime Recovery?

Recently, I’ve received a few questions from readers asking whether I prefer ZMA (a specific blend of magnesium and zinc) or casein for athletic recovery at night. This is an especially interesting question to me, because the two supplements vary…

My New Favorite Magnesium Supplement? Reviewing MagTech By Natural Stacks

I’ve had a lot of great experiences working magnesium into my diet through new foods and supplements. Overall, it’s improved my mood, work capacity, athletic recovery, and sleep (in a big way). So when I heard about Natural Stacks’ MagTech…

Broad Spectrum Sleep Aid? Reviewing LUNA By Intra Naturals

I’ve reviewed several dozen sleep supplements for this site (and for my personal benefit, let’s be real), so it’s a bit surprising I haven’t gotten to one of the Internet’s best-reviewed blends yet. Intra Naturals’ LUNA Sleep Aid is one…

Homeopathic Sleep Remedy? Reviewing Rescue Sleep Liquid Melts by Bach

The world of homeopathic “dilutions” is something I’ve gotten into before — or at least tried to, without a ton of success. I’m all for natural remedies, and I see supplements as just that: supplements in order to help optimize…

Is Iron Dream Good For Recovery?

If you read my Iron Dream review, you already know I’m a fan of it as both a sleep (and fun-dream-inducer) and a recovery supplement. Iron Dream was designed specifically as a nighttime recovery and muscle growth supplement. Taking…

Aromatherapy For Better Rest? Reviewing Peaceful Sleep Oil Blend

I’ve used aromatherapy principles to help me with muscle soreness and sinus infections, and I really enjoy sleep supplements with a great smell, like Sleep Blend SP-17. Studies suggest aromatherapy can have mild, anti-anxiety effects that could help those…

Brain Food To Aid Your Sleep? Reviewing Lumonol Luna

I have a preference for simpler and natural sleep supplements. The main reason I started to learn about sleep nutrition and science was so that I could work on sleeping well enough to be sharp and focused for work the…

Who Is Onnit, The Company Behind New Mood?

Onnit is one of the world’s most talked-about supplement companies, and in the relatively short time since its launch in 2011, it’s recruited a group of high-profile athletes, influencers, and celebrities. It’s the brand behind Alpha Brain, New Mood (one…

When Should You Take Iron Dream By MusclePharm?

When determining when I should take Iron Dream as a sleep and recovery supplement, there are a few things I take into consideration, including recent works, hours available to sleep, and previous use of Iron Dream during the week. As…

Why Do So Many CrossFitters Like Max Sleep By Driven Performance Labs?

In my review of Max Sleep, I noted that it helped induce some of the deepest sleep I’ve ever experienced (well, at least as an adult; I’ll never get those teenage marathon sleep sessions back). And while I think…

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