About this episode
Confused by the supplement aisle? You’re not alone. With thousands of products claiming to boost energy, fix hormones, improve metabolism, or “balance” your system, it’s hard to know what’s real and what’s just great marketing.In this episode, Dr. Alessia Roehnelt, board-certified endocrinologist and metabolic health expert, breaks down which supplements are actually supported by research, which ones are largely unnecessary, and how to choose high-quality products that are safe, effective, and worth your money.You’ll learn: • Why the supplement industry is so confusing — and often misleading • Which supplements have strong evidence behind them • How to evaluate quality using third-party testing • When supplements actually help (and when they definitely don’t) • The core supplements most women benefit from • How to avoid low-quality, under-dosed, or ineffective products • The truth about detox labels, hormone claims, and metabolism promisesWhether you’re supplement-curious, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or just want a science-based guide, this episode will help you make smarter, more informed decisions for your health.Supplements & RegulationFDA overview on dietary supplement regulation: https://www.fda.gov/food/dietary-supplementsNIH Office of Dietary Supplements (fact sheets for almost every supplement): https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/list-all/Vitamin DNIH fact sheet: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-Consumer/Mayo Clinic overview: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-vitamin-d/art-20363792MagnesiumNIH fact sheet: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-Consumer/Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/21480-magnesiumOmega-3 (EPA/DHA)NIH fact sheet: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer/American Heart Association: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/about-omega-3CreatineCleveland Clinic overview: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/21489-creatineExamine.com scientific review (non-branded, research-based): https://examine.com/supplements/creatine/B12NIH fact sheet:
