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Evidence based guides on the ingredients in our formulas, on sleep, energy and focus.

Dr Periklis Katopodis, molecular oncologist and FOOON founder Written by Dr Periklis Katopodis, molecular oncologist

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Lion's Mane mushroom growing on a tree trunk, studied for nerve growth factor and brain ageing Mind6 min read Lion's Mane and Brain Ageing: Nerve Growth Factor and What the Research ShowsRead the article Pistachios on a white surface, a food source of zinc for hair loss, skin and acne Body6 min read Zinc for Hair Loss, Skin and Acne: Benefits, Dosage and ResearchRead the article Green ginkgo biloba leaves in sunlight, the herb studied in dementia and Alzheimer's research Mind6 min read Ginkgo Biloba and Dementia: What the Research Really Says About Alzheimer'sRead the article Bowl of red lentils, a plant source of iron linked to hair loss and tiredness Body6 min read Iron and Hair Loss: Ferritin, Tiredness and the Gentlest Forms of IronRead the article Man sleeping peacefully in bed by a window, glycine for sleep and deeper rest Sleep6 min read Glycine for Sleep: Deeper Sleep, Body Temperature and Next Day AlertnessRead the article Bacopa monnieri plant with small white flowers, the herb studied in trials of Bacopa for memory Mind7 min read Bacopa for Memory: What the Trials Show for Working Memory and Brain AgeingRead the article Eggs and cracked shells beside a ceramic bowl, a food source of biotin for hair, skin and nails Body7 min read Biotin for Hair, Skin and Nails: Who It Really HelpsRead the article Runner on a sunlit path through golden fields, CoQ10 and ageing, mitochondria and daily energy Body7 min read CoQ10 and Ageing: Mitochondria, Energy and What the Research ShowsRead the article Close up of supplement capsules, the benefits of liposomal supplements General5 min read Benefits of Liposomal Supplements: What Human Studies Actually ShowRead the article Single floating bubble on a black background, what liposomes are and how they work General5 min read What Are Liposomes? How Liposomal Supplements Work, From Cell Membranes to CapsulesRead the article Wooden cottage under the northern lights, sleep in the Nordic dark season Sleep6 min read Sleep in the Nordic Dark Season: Why Winter Insomnia Happens and What HelpsRead the article Snowy forest path in low winter morning sunlight, vitamin D in the Nordic countries Body6 min read Vitamin D in Scandinavia and the Nordics: Why Winter Levels Drop and How Much to TakeRead the article Glass teacups with a tea infuser, natural ingredients that improve sleep quality Sleep6 min read Lemon Balm, Chamomile and Lavender for Sleep: What the Research ShowsRead the article Woman sleeping soundly in bed, long term melatonin use and safety Sleep6 min read How to Get More Deep Sleep: 7 Evidence Based HabitsRead the article Soft white bed sheets and pillow, why sleep is the foundation of health Sleep7 min read Magnesium for Sleep: Which Type, How Much and What the Research ShowsRead the article Starry night sky over a grassy hill, the benefits of a melatonin free sleep supplement Sleep6 min read Can You Buy Melatonin in Ireland? The Rules and Melatonin Free AlternativesRead the article FOOON VIT and MIN plus CoQ10 liposomal multivitamin jar with orange capsules, a source of vitamin C General4 min read Liposomal Vitamin C vs Regular Vitamin C: What the Research ShowsRead the article Capsules with a dried orange slice, CoQ10 ubiquinol versus ubiquinone Body4 min read CoQ10 Ubiquinol vs Ubiquinone: What the Research ShowsRead the article Lion's Mane mushroom growing on a tree, a natural nootropic for memory and focus Mind4 min read Lion's Mane for Memory and Focus: Benefits, Dosage and What the Research ShowsRead the article Warm lit bedroom at night, L tryptophan, melatonin and better sleep Sleep7 min read The Science Behind L Tryptophan, Melatonin and Better SleepRead the article Softgel capsules spilling from a glass jar, illustrating supplement bioavailability and absorption General1 min read The Science Behind Better Absorption: Why Bioavailability MattersRead the article Amber vitamin capsules spilling from a glass jar, showing which vitamins benefit from liposomal delivery General3 min read Which Vitamins Actually Need to Be Liposomal?Read the article Capsules and softgels on light marble, comparing liposomal and traditional supplements General3 min read Liposomal vs Traditional Supplements: Which Is Better?Read the article Two people focused at their desks in a bright office, measuring cognitive performance at work General3 min read FOOON Performance Lab: Why Cognitive Performance Should Be MeasurableRead the article Supplement capsules with fresh green leaves, what the best supplements really means General2 min read What “The Best Supplements” Really MeansRead the article Laboratory flask and test tubes beside a small plant, liposomal technology research General3 min read Liposomal Technology Is a Tool, Not an IdentityRead the article Brown supplement capsules on a white surface, why capsule form matters General4 min read Why Capsule Form Was a Strategic ChoiceRead the article Minimal interior with a plant in soft sunlight, the idea of fewer and better products General3 min read Why We Chose Fewer Products Instead of DozensRead the article White tablets spilling onto a green surface, the problem with ingredient first supplements General3 min read The Problem With Most Supplements: Why Ingredient First Design FailsRead the article Scientist working at a microscope, the research behind FOOON supplements General3 min read Why FOOON Is Not Just Another Supplement BrandRead the article Relaxed morning in bed with a cup of coffee, supplements built for real life General3 min read How We Built FOOON: Not for Shelves, but for Real LifeRead the article Lemons, limes and tangerines, vitamin combinations for immune support Body4 min read Best Vitamin Combinations for Immune SupportRead the article Runner on a sunlit path through golden fields, supplements for daily energy Body4 min read Best Supplements for Energy: Evidence Based GuideRead the article Coffee and tea on a wooden tray, the caffeine and L theanine stack Mind1 min read Caffeine + L Theanine Stack: Best Ratio, Dosage, Timing & How to Avoid JittersRead the article Young woman writing in a notebook by a sunny window, citicoline for focus Mind1 min read Citicoline for Focus: Benefits, Risks, Dosage, and Who Should Avoid ItRead the article Santorini terrace at sunset, vitamin D and sunlight for adults in Greece Body1 min read Vitamin D Dosage for Adults in Greece: How Much Should You Take?Read the article Matcha powder and bamboo whisk in sunlight, a natural source of L theanine Mind1 min read Safe Dosages for L Theanine and L Citrulline: Benefits, Timing & Side EffectsRead the article Notebook with handwritten notes and glasses, evidence based nootropics Mind1 min read Which Nootropics Are Evidence Based? A Science First GuideRead the article Glass teacups with a tea infuser, natural ingredients that improve sleep quality Sleep3 min read Natural Ingredients That Improve Sleep Quality: What Works, How to Choose, and What to AvoidRead the article Calm bedroom with bedside lamps, taking melatonin and magnesium together Sleep1 min read Melatonin and Magnesium Together: Is It Safe? Benefits, Dosage & When It Makes SenseRead the article Woman sleeping soundly in bed, long term melatonin use and safety Sleep4 min read Melatonin Long Term Use: Benefits, Risks, Safety & When to AvoidRead the article Man asleep in bed by a window, the best supplements for falling asleep fast Sleep5 min read What Is the Best Supplement for Falling Asleep Fast? A Science First GuideRead the article Pistachios on a white surface, a natural source of zinc for sleep and recovery Sleep3 min read Zinc: Sleep Quality, Hormonal Balance And Nighttime RecoveryRead the article Doctor explaining medication at a table, nootropics safety and side effects Mind1 min read Nootropics Safety & Side Effects: What to Know Before You Use ThemRead the article Bright orange California poppies, a gentle herb for sleep and calm Sleep1 min read California Poppy: Sleep Latency, Nervous System Calm And Gentle Night SupportRead the article Saffron threads in a wooden spoon, saffron extract for mood and cognitive support Mind1 min read Saffron Extract: Mood Balance, Cognitive Support And Emotional ResilienceRead the article Asiatic pennywort leaves, also known as gotu kola or Centella asiatica Mind1 min read Gotu Kola: Neuroprotection, Microcirculation And Cognitive ClarityRead the article Yellow sedum flowers, a close relative of Rhodiola rosea for stress resilience Mind2 min read Rhodiola Rosea: Mental Fatigue, Stress Resilience And Cognitive EnduranceRead the article Whole black peppercorns, the natural source of piperine for better absorption Mind1 min read Black Pepper Extract (Piperine): Bioavailability, Absorption And Cognitive EfficiencyRead the article Brown eggs in a white bowl, a natural dietary source of choline Mind1 min read Choline Bitartrate: Acetylcholine, Memory Encoding And Mental PerformanceRead the article Cup of green tea in sunlight, the natural source of L theanine for calm focus Mind1 min read L Theanine: Calm Focus, Stress Balance And Cognitive ClarityRead the article Green ginkgo biloba leaves in sunlight, for blood flow and focus Mind1 min read Ginkgo Biloba: Blood Flow, Focus And Cognitive LongevityRead the article Fresh broccoli with leaves, a natural source of chromium for blood sugar balance Sleep1 min read Chromium: Blood Sugar Stability, Nighttime Calm And Sleep ContinuityRead the article Soft white bed sheets and pillow, why sleep is the foundation of health Sleep1 min read Why Sleep Is One Third of Your Life and the Foundation of Physical & Mental HealthRead the article Woman writing in a journal in bed, building a consistent sleep routine Sleep2 min read The Power of a Sleep Routine: How Consistency Resets the Brain and BodyRead the article Fresh green vegetables and fruit from above, CoQ10 antioxidant support and fertility Body1 min read Coenzyme Q10: Fertility, Antioxidant Power, and BeyondRead the article Cyclist riding through a pine forest, CoQ10 for energy and physical performance Body1 min read The Power of Coenzyme Q10: Energy, Heart Health, and Physical PerformanceRead the article Sliced oranges close up, hesperidin the citrus flavonoid for heart and brain health Body1 min read Hesperidin: The Citrus Powerhouse for Heart, Brain, and Metabolic HealthRead the article Close up of rough pine tree bark, the source of pine bark extract Body1 min read Unlocking the Power of Pine Bark Extract: Benefits, Uses, and Safety TipsRead the article Starry night sky over a grassy hill, the benefits of a melatonin free sleep supplement Sleep1 min read The Benefits of a Melatonin Free Sleep SupplementRead the article Capsules and herbs in ceramic bowls, daily multivitamins for energy and immunity Body2 min read Power Up Your Health with Multivitamins: Energy, Immunity, and BeyondRead the article

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