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Mayo Clinic: Sleep, Wellness, and the Science Behind Your Circadian Rhythms

Long before clocks, the human body followed the sun – waking with dawn, winding down at dusk. That rhythm still lives within us, guiding sleep, energy, digestion, and more through 24-hour cycles ca...

January 13, 2026•Brent Bauer, MD, Mayo Clinic
Research Extracts: Benefits of Alpha-GPC for Cognition

Welcome to the November 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, botanicals, ...

January 13, 2026•Thorne Medical Affairs Team
Mayo Clinic: The Link Between Sleep and Chronic Disease

Sleep may be the most powerful medicine we rarely prescribe. Many people think of sleep as a quick fix for fatigue. In reality, it’s a cornerstone of long-term health, influencing everything from m...

January 13, 2026•Brent Bauer, MD, Mayo Clinic
What is Valerian Root? Uses and Benefits

Valerian is the common name for more than 250 plant species worldwide of the genus Valeriana (Valerianaceae). Although all the species’ roots contain similar medicinal constituents and qualities, V...

January 13, 2026•Kathi Head, ND
The Science of Creatine Absorption & Maximizing Results

By now, I’m sure you have heard all about the powerhouse supplement that is creatine. Creatine is necessary for creating our cells’ main energy source, ATP. You can read all about its numerous bene...

January 13, 2026•Maura MacDonald, MS, RD, CSSD
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 get the re...

January 13, 2026•Sarah Daglis, ND, MS
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, es...

January 13, 2026•Maura MacDonald, MS, RD, CSSD
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’s names as well ...

January 13, 2026•Brent Bauer, MD, Mayo Clinic
The Wellness Confidence Gap: Navigating Trust, Truth, and Technology in Wellness Decisions

Personal wellness is more than a trend – it’s an active pursuit of long-term goals. It’s a way of performing and feeling our best, each and every day. From supplements and sleep optimization to gut...

January 13, 2026•Austin Ruff, MA