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A dossier-led catalogue of compounds, therapies, and interventions organized by confidence, biomarker linkage, and literature recency so users can get into the evidence quickly.

Coverage

Compounds mapped

Dossier-backed

13

Canonical dossiers available for live research review.

Biomarkers

Biomarker-linked entries

Human linked

13

Entries with human-linked marker coverage users can actually act on.

Claims

Evidence-graded signals

Explicit grading

1124

Signals with explicit grading rather than unsupported promise language.

Literature

Literature-tracked entries

Study tracked

13

Research objects with enough study depth or recency to review with confidence.

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Living dossier sync

Highest confidence

Creatine

Evidence index

95

High confidence with 925 tracked studies. Best matched for recovery.

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Start here when you want the fastest route into the part of the library that is most likely to influence an actual decision, not just add more reading.

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Open dossier

Freshest literature

NAC

Latest RCT

2026

Current through 2026. AST is the clearest linked biomarker.

Direct dossier path

Open dossier

Rich dossier map

Magnesium

Linked biomarkers

124

124 linked biomarkers and 124 graded signals with richer dossier coverage.

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Featured intelligence helps orient the review. This section is for the deeper sweep once you know which category, compound, or dossier thread deserves time.

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LifestyleHigh confidence

Resistance Training

Progressive Overload Protocol

A

Strongest lifestyle intervention for metabolic and hormonal biomarker optimisation

ExerciseMetabolic

Protocol signal

3-5×/week / 45-60 min/session

Best for
Metabolic
Top biomarker
Hba1c
Literature
Deep literature base
Coverage
6 graded signals
Evidence grade
A
Linked biomarkers
6
Tracked studies
340
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleHigh confidence

Zone 2 Cardio

Aerobic Base Training (60–70% max HR)

A

Gold standard for cardiovascular health and mitochondrial biogenesis

ExerciseCardiovascular

Protocol signal

3-5×/week / 45-90 min/session

Best for
Cardiovascular
Top biomarker
Triglycerides
Literature
Deep literature base
Coverage
6 graded signals
Evidence grade
A
Linked biomarkers
6
Tracked studies
280
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleHigh confidence

HIIT

High-Intensity Interval Training

A

Time-efficient protocol with superior metabolic outcomes per training hour vs steady-state

ExerciseCardiovascular

Protocol signal

2-3×/week / 20-30 min/session

Best for
Cardiovascular
Top biomarker
Hba1c
Literature
Active literature base
Coverage
5 graded signals
Evidence grade
A
Linked biomarkers
5
Tracked studies
185
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleHigh confidence

Sleep Optimisation

7–9 Hours · Consistent Circadian Schedule

A

Most impactful recovery intervention; poor sleep dysregulates cortisol, testosterone, and glucose

SleepSleep

Protocol signal

7-9 hours/night / Consistent schedule

Best for
Sleep
Top biomarker
Cortisol
Literature
Deep literature base
Coverage
5 graded signals
Evidence grade
A
Linked biomarkers
5
Tracked studies
220
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleHigh confidence

Protein Adequacy

Target Intake & Distribution (0.7–1g/lb)

A

Prerequisite for hormone synthesis, muscle preservation, and IGF-1 signalling

DietaryHormonal

Protocol signal

0.7-1g/lb daily / Distributed across meals

Best for
Hormonal
Top biomarker
Igf 1
Literature
Deep literature base
Coverage
4 graded signals
Evidence grade
A
Linked biomarkers
4
Tracked studies
310
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

Creatine

Monohydrate

Dossier liveA

Strength · Cognitive performance

RecoveryMetabolic

Mechanism signal

Phosphocreatine (PCr) acts as a rapid phosphate buffer via creatine kinase (CK), regenerating ATP from ADP during high-intensity muscle contraction and extending time to fatigue by maintaining cytosolic phosphorylation potential.

Best for
Recovery
Top biomarker
AST
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
96 graded signals
Evidence index
95
Linked biomarkers
99
Tracked studies
925
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

NAC

N-Acetyl Cysteine

Dossier liveA

Liver protection · Glutathione synthesis

HepaticAntioxidant

Mechanism signal

Glutathione precursor — rate-limiting cysteine donor for de novo GSH synthesis via γ-glutamylcysteine synthetase

Best for
Hepatic
Top biomarker
AST
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
130 graded signals
Evidence index
91
Linked biomarkers
131
Tracked studies
925
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

Omega 3

EPA + DHA

Dossier liveA

Triglycerides · Inflammation · CV risk

CardiovascularMetabolic

Mechanism signal

Hepatic VLDL-TG synthesis suppression via reduced SREBP-1c and diacylglycerol acyltransferase activity; increased beta-oxidation via PPARα activation

Best for
Cardiovascular
Top biomarker
TG
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
152 graded signals
Evidence index
89
Linked biomarkers
121
Tracked studies
925
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

Magnesium

Glycinate and L-Threonate

Dossier liveA

Insulin sensitivity, sleep, and muscle function

MetabolicCognitive

Mechanism signal

Insulin signaling — insulin receptor tyrosine kinase cofactor

Best for
Sleep
Top biomarker
Magnesium
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
124 graded signals
Evidence index
88
Linked biomarkers
124
Tracked studies
925
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

Ubiquinol

Reduced CoQ10

Dossier liveA

Mitochondrial electron transport & antioxidant defence

Mitochondrial CofactorCardiovascular

Mechanism signal

Mitochondrial electron transport chain cofactor — ubiquinol shuttles electrons from Complex I (NADH-CoQ reductase) and Complex II (succinate-CoQ reductase) to Complex III (cytochrome bc1) via the Q-cycle, enabling oxidative phosphorylation and ATP generation; ubiquinol is the active reduced form that donates electrons at the Qo site of Complex III

Best for
Mitochondrial
Top biomarker
AST
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
68 graded signals
Evidence index
87
Linked biomarkers
68
Tracked studies
186
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

Berberine

HCl Extract

Dossier liveA

Blood glucose · LDL · Gut microbiome

AlkaloidCardiovascular

Mechanism signal

KCNH6 voltage-gated K⁺ channel blockade → accelerated channel inactivation → prolonged β-cell action potential → Ca²⁺ influx via VGCCs → glucose-dependent insulin secretion

Best for
Metabolic
Top biomarker
TG
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
70 graded signals
Evidence index
84
Linked biomarkers
75
Tracked studies
262
NutraceuticalDossier-backedHigh confidence

L Theanine

Free amino acid

Dossier liveA

Alpha-wave support · calm focus · sleep quality

CognitiveSleep

Mechanism signal

Glutamate receptor antagonism — L-theanine binds AMPA, kainate, and partially antagonizes NMDA glutamate receptor subtypes, inhibiting excitatory neurotransmission; structurally analogous to glutamate and inhibits glutamine re-uptake at pre-synapse, reducing glutamate pool replenishment

Best for
Sleep
Top biomarker
ALP
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
58 graded signals
Evidence index
82
Linked biomarkers
58
Tracked studies
107
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

PCSK9 Inhibitors

Monoclonal Antibodies (Evolocumab / Alirocumab)

A

Lipid-LoweringRegistry preview
Best for
Lipid Lowering
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

GLP-1 Agonists

Incretin Mimetics (Semaglutide / Liraglutide)

A

Glycemic ControlRegistry preview
Best for
Glycemic Control
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Levothyroxine

Synthetic T4 Thyroid Hormone

A

ThyroidRegistry preview
Best for
Thyroid
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Proton Pump Inhibitors

H+/K+-ATPase Inhibitors (Omeprazole / Pantoprazole)

A

GastrointestinalRegistry preview
Best for
Gastrointestinal
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Statins

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors

A

Lipid-LoweringRegistry preview
Best for
Lipid Lowering
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Metformin

Biguanide Antidiabetic

A

Glycemic ControlRegistry preview
Best for
Glycemic Control
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Fibrates

PPARα Agonists

A

Lipid-LoweringRegistry preview
Best for
Lipid Lowering
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Niacin (Rx)

Extended-Release Niacin

A

Lipid-LoweringRegistry preview
Best for
Lipid Lowering
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
PharmaceuticalEstablished signal

Ezetimibe

Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor

A

Lipid-LoweringRegistry preview
Best for
Lipid Lowering
Top biomarker
Awaiting dossier
Literature
Awaiting dossier sync
Coverage
Registry preview
Evidence index
80
Linked biomarkers
Preview
Tracked studies
Preview
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleEstablished signal

Finnish Sauna

Dry Heat Exposure (80–100°C)

B

4×/week sauna associated with 40% reduction in CVD mortality across 20-year Kuopio cohort

ThermalCardiovascular

Protocol signal

3-4×/week / 15-20 min at 80-100°C

Best for
Cardiovascular
Top biomarker
Hscrp
Literature
Targeted literature base
Coverage
3 graded signals
Evidence grade
B
Linked biomarkers
3
Tracked studies
48
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleEstablished signal

Cold Water Immersion

Deliberate Cold Exposure (≤15°C)

B

Strong acute norepinephrine release; emerging evidence for inflammatory and metabolic benefits

ThermalRecovery

Protocol signal

3-5×/week / 2-5 min at ≤15°C

Best for
Recovery
Top biomarker
Hscrp
Literature
Targeted literature base
Coverage
3 graded signals
Evidence grade
B
Linked biomarkers
3
Tracked studies
38
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
LifestyleEstablished signal

Time-Restricted Eating

16:8 Intermittent Fasting Protocol

B

Circadian alignment strategy with consistent metabolic improvements independent of caloric restriction

DietaryMetabolic

Protocol signal

Daily / 8h eating window

Best for
Metabolic
Top biomarker
Fasting Glucose
Literature
Active literature base
Coverage
5 graded signals
Evidence grade
B
Linked biomarkers
5
Tracked studies
95
Dossier coverage still being built for this record
NutraceuticalDossier-backedEstablished signal

Ashwagandha

Standardized root extract

Dossier liveB

Cortisol reduction · stress resilience · recovery support

HormonalCognitive

Mechanism signal

HPA axis modulation — withanolides suppress CRH-driven ACTH secretion and attenuate cortisol output from adrenal cortex; adaptogenic normalization of glucocorticoid receptor sensitivity proposed via heat shock protein modulation

Best for
Hormonal
Top biomarker
Cortisol
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
59 graded signals
Evidence index
76
Linked biomarkers
59
Tracked studies
94
NutraceuticalDossier-backedEstablished signal

Taurine

Free amino acid

Dossier liveB

Osmotic regulation · cardiac function · recovery support

CardiovascularMetabolic

Mechanism signal

Cell volume regulation / osmolyte buffering

Best for
Cardiovascular
Top biomarker
AST
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
74 graded signals
Evidence index
71
Linked biomarkers
74
Tracked studies
386
NutraceuticalDossier-backedDeveloping signal

Lion's Mane

Hericium Extract

Dossier liveB

NGF support, memory, and neuroprotection

CognitiveImmune

Mechanism signal

NGF biosynthesis induction — hericenones (fruiting body) and erinacines A/C/E/F/G/S (mycelium) stimulate nerve growth factor synthesis in astrocytes and neuronal cells; downstream signaling via TrkA/Erk1/2 and PI3K-Akt pathways drives neurite outgrowth

Best for
Cognitive
Top biomarker
IL-6
Literature
Current through 2025
Coverage
56 graded signals
Evidence index
68
Linked biomarkers
56
Tracked studies
7
NutraceuticalDossier-backedDeveloping signal

PQQ

Pyrroloquinoline Quinone

Dossier liveB

Mitochondrial biogenesis and neuroprotection

MitochondrialCognitive

Mechanism signal

PGC-1α / mitochondrial biogenesis

Best for
Cognitive
Top biomarker
ALT
Literature
Current through 2025
Coverage
56 graded signals
Evidence index
62
Linked biomarkers
56
Tracked studies
16
NutraceuticalDossier-backed

Vitamin C

Structured dossier entry

Dossier live

Direct ROS scavenging — ascorbate donates electrons to neutralize superoxide, hydroxyl radicals, and peroxynitrite; oxidized to dehydroascorbic acid (DHA), which is recycled back to ascorbate via glutathione-dependent reductase, coupling vitamin C status to cellular glutathione pool

Compound

Mechanism signal

Direct ROS scavenging — ascorbate donates electrons to neutralize superoxide, hydroxyl radicals, and peroxynitrite; oxidized to dehydroascorbic acid (DHA), which is recycled back to ascorbate via glutathione-dependent reductase, coupling vitamin C status to cellular glutathione pool

Best for
Compound
Top biomarker
AST
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
84 graded signals
Dossier status
Dossier live
Linked biomarkers
84
Tracked studies
925
NutraceuticalDossier-backed

Vitamin D3

Structured dossier entry

Dossier live

1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 binds VDR; VDR heterodimerises with RXR; complex translocates to nucleus and binds vitamin D response elements (VDREs) in promoter regions of >1000 target genes regulating calcium homeostasis, immune function, cell proliferation, and apoptosis

Compound

Mechanism signal

1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 binds VDR; VDR heterodimerises with RXR; complex translocates to nucleus and binds vitamin D response elements (VDREs) in promoter regions of >1000 target genes regulating calcium homeostasis, immune function, cell proliferation, and apoptosis

Best for
Compound
Top biomarker
AST
Literature
Current through 2026
Coverage
97 graded signals
Dossier status
Dossier live
Linked biomarkers
97
Tracked studies
925