LINDA DAL MOLIN

Creatine monohydrate: brain fuel + strength + lean muscle support (and why 5 g/day is the sweet spot) If you've only ever heard of creatine as a "gym supplement," you're missing the bigger story. Creatine is a naturally occurring compound (we make it in the liver/kidneys and also get it from foods like red meat and fish) that helps your cells rapidly regenerate energy. That matters for muscle  but also for the brain , which is one of the most energy-hungry organs in the body. Below is a...

How your body can rebuild from the inside out When we think about pain, we often focus on the nerves or muscles that hurt — but the real story lies in the connective tissue  that supports and protects every part of the body. Collagen is the backbone of this system. It gives structure to your skin, joints, muscles, tendons, and even bones. In this month’s Wellness by Designs  podcast, physiotherapist Matt  shared how collagen therapy is becoming a game-changer in both post-cancer...

Is Your Gut Working Against You? Spring is the perfect time for a reset — but stubborn weight gain, bloating, or low energy may not be about willpower at all. Your gut microbiome, particularly an overgrowth of bacteria called Firmicutes, could be the hidden culprit. Learn how your gut bacteria affect metabolism, why spring is the ideal season to rebalance, and how the GI-MAP™ test can give you the answers you’ve been missing.