Jessica Medson
Nutrition Specialist
Jessica Medson is a nutrition specialist at HealthFare, where she researches and reviews the science behind supplement ingredients and translates peer-reviewed human studies into practical, honest guidance.
Articles by Jessica
Activated Charcoal
The Evidence-Based Guide to How Activated Charcoal Works - and When It Doesn't
Akkermansia muciniphila
The mucus-layer microbe at the center of metabolic health research
Aloe Vera
What clinical research actually shows about this ancient botanical
Apple Cider Vinegar
The fermented pantry staple with a growing body of clinical research behind it
Ashwagandha vs Rhodiola
Two leading adaptogens compared - stress, energy, and mood, grounded in clinical evidence.
Banaba Leaf
The tropical leaf behind corosolic acid - what human research actually shows
Beet Root
The dietary nitrate source backed by multiple meta-analyses for blood pressure, endurance, and recovery
Benfotiamine
A fat-soluble vitamin B1 derivative with significantly higher bioavailability than standard thiamine -- here is what decades of clinical research actually show.
Bilberry
One of nature's richest sources of anthocyanins — what the clinical evidence actually says about its uses, doses, and safety.
Bitter Melon
A tropical fruit used for centuries in traditional medicine — here is what modern clinical research actually shows.
Boric Acid
A feminine intimate-care ingredient used in vaginal suppositories to support a healthy vaginal pH. Here is how the vaginal environment works, how boric acid is used, and the safety that genuinely matters.
Butcher's Broom
A well-studied botanical with real clinical data behind its use for leg health and circulation support.
Ceylon Cinnamon
True cinnamon explained - what clinical research shows about blood sugar, lipids, and safety.
Chlorophyll
The green pigment behind plants' energy production - and what decades of human research reveals about its role in human health
Chromium Picolinate
A trace mineral bound to picolinic acid - studied for blood sugar support, appetite regulation, and carbohydrate craving reduction.
D-Aspartic Acid
A naturally occurring amino acid linked to hormone signaling — with results that depend heavily on who takes it.
Devil's Claw
A research-reviewed look at the southern African root studied for joint and back pain support.
Fadogia Agrestis
A West African herb with growing supplement popularity and very thin human evidence
Fenugreek
The Ancient Seed With a Surprisingly Strong Research Record
Fermented Black Garlic
Ancient superfood, modern science: the clinical research behind fermented black garlic and S-allyl cysteine
Fo-Ti (He Shou Wu)
The Ancient Chinese Longevity Root - Separating Proven Science from Traditional Claims
French Maritime Pine Bark
A polyphenol-rich bark extract with decades of clinical research behind it - here is what the evidence actually says.
Ginger Root
One of the most clinically studied botanicals - here is what 109 human trials actually show.
Ginkgo Biloba
Ancient tree, modern science - here is what randomized trials actually show
Glutathione
Your body's master antioxidant - here is what clinical research actually shows about supplementing it
Graviola (Soursop)
A tropical fruit packed with antioxidants - here is what peer-reviewed research actually shows.
Green Tea Extract (EGCG)
A concentrated polyphenol with consistent clinical evidence for cardiovascular support, modest metabolic benefits, and a safety profile that rewards careful dosing.
Gymnema Sylvestre
The ancient sugar destroyer - what modern research shows about its effects on blood sugar, sweet cravings, and metabolic health
Hawthorn Berry
Centuries of traditional use, now supported by more than a dozen placebo-controlled clinical trials
Hyaluronic Acid
Your body's built-in moisturizer - backed by over a dozen human clinical trials
L-Carnitine
The clinical science behind carnitine: fat transport, recovery, and metabolic health explained
L-Glutamine
The conditionally essential amino acid behind gut integrity, exercise recovery, and immune support
Licorice Root
Ancient botanical, modern evidence: what clinical research actually shows about Glycyrrhiza glabra.
Lithium Orotate
Low-dose lithium as a dietary supplement -- what the population data and preclinical science actually show
Mullein Leaf
A centuries-old respiratory herb now backed by phytochemical science - here is what the evidence actually shows.
Multi-Collagen Peptides
From skin elasticity to joint comfort - here is what human research shows about hydrolyzed collagen
Myo-Inositol
The second-messenger molecule research has linked to hormonal balance, insulin sensitivity, and nervous system support
NAC vs Glutathione
Two ingredients. One pathway. Here is what the clinical evidence actually says about which works better and for whom.
NAD+ (Nicotinamide)
Inside every cell, NAD+ powers energy production and DNA repair. Here is what human research actually shows about supplementing its precursors.
Panax Ginseng
The research-backed adaptogen for energy, cognitive function, and metabolic health - with honest numbers from 10 verified clinical trials
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5)
The B-vitamin behind your body's energy engine - and a growing area of skin and cardiovascular research
Plant Sterols
Backed by hundreds of clinical trials, plant sterols are one of the most evidence-supported dietary strategies for helping maintain healthy LDL cholesterol levels already in the normal range.
Potassium Iodide
An FDA-recognized emergency thyroid-blocking agent - not a daily supplement. Here is what the science actually says.
Psyllium Husk
The most clinically studied soluble fiber for digestive health, cholesterol, and blood sugar support.
Pygeum
The African bark extract with one of the strongest clinical evidence bases among botanical prostate supplements
Rhodiola Rosea
The adaptogen with decades of clinical research behind it - and honest limits you should know about.
Rutin
A plant-derived flavonoid with documented clinical evidence for vascular support, antioxidant enzyme activity, and capillary integrity.
Saw Palmetto
What 30+ clinical trials reveal about the most-studied prostate botanical
Saw Palmetto vs Pygeum
Two proven botanicals, one smarter choice for your urinary wellness goals
Skullcap
A traditional nerve tonic with a growing body of modern clinical research
Stinging Nettle
Prostate comfort, inflammation, and seasonal support - what clinical trials actually show about Urtica dioica
Tongkat Ali
Supporting testosterone, stress resilience, and male vitality - here is what the clinical evidence actually shows
Tribulus Terrestris
What the clinical research actually shows about sexual health, testosterone, and performance
Valerian Root
One of the oldest herbal sleep aids in recorded medicine - here is an honest look at what the clinical evidence actually shows.
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
The original B vitamin - essential for energy, heart muscle, and nerve function, with clinical trial data to back it up.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
The essential coenzyme powering energy production and antioxidant defense in every cell
White Kidney Bean
A clinically studied alpha-amylase inhibitor derived from Phaseolus vulgaris - here is what the evidence actually shows.
Yohimbine
What the clinical evidence actually shows - and why the safety profile demands serious attention
Ashwagandha
The most-studied adaptogen for stress. Strong human evidence for a calmer stress response and better sleep, more modest evidence elsewhere, and a few real safety details worth knowing.
Berberine
A plant alkaloid best known for metabolic support, with a real evidence base for blood sugar and cholesterol, real limits, and real drug interactions worth understanding.
Cayenne (Capsaicin)
The compound that makes chili peppers hot has real, repeatable effects on metabolism and appetite. The catch: the effects are consistent but small, and the honest framing matters.
Magnesium
The form of magnesium you choose changes how well it absorbs and what it is good for. Here is how glycinate, citrate, and oxide actually differ, and how to pick.
Melatonin
A timing signal, not a sedative. Melatonin has real evidence for falling asleep faster and adjusting to a new schedule, and one of the clearest "less is more" dosing stories in supplements.
NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)
A cysteine-derived antioxidant and glutathione building block, with a genuinely interesting mechanism, an important regulatory footnote, and evidence that is more nuanced than the marketing suggests.
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