Hype sells. Health doesn’t need to. We invited the supplement aisle into the light and asked the only questions that matter: does it work, is it safe, and is there a simpler way to get the same benefit? Between gym stories, a fresh rowing PB, and a big 2026 fitness goal, we break down what everyday people actually need—and what’s just expensive hope.We start with the confusion: influencers, sleek labels, and bold claims make powders feel essential. Then we separate signals from noise. Magnesium can help if you’re deficient—but that’s a blood test call, and food-first sources often cover the gap. Creatine monohydrate earns a rare, evidence-backed gold star for strength, performance, and potential cognitive benefits, especially helpful for vegetarians and vegans—just hydrate well. Lion’s mane? Still early, mostly hype, and not one to take if you’re pregnant, managing chronic conditions, or allergic to mushrooms. Collagen promises glow and bounce, but digestion turns it into amino acids; results are modest at best compared to daily SPF, sleep, and consistent skincare. And electrolytes are salts—great for long, hot, hard sessions, unnecessary for most casual workouts and desk days.We also talk money, marketing, and mindset. Protein bars can help in a pinch, but most people can meet protein needs with simple meals—yoghurt, eggs, beans, tofu, fish, chicken—without paying the brand premium. The pattern repeats: when you look past the lifestyle packaging, the biggest wins come from habits you can repeat—training you enjoy, varied foods, proper sleep, regular fluids, and sunlight without the burn. Supplements have a place when they fill a proven gap; they’re not a shortcut to a life you haven’t built yet.If you’re curious, sceptical, or just tired of paying for promises, this one’s for you. Hit play, save your budget for good food and a plan you’ll stick to, and tell us your take: which supplement stayed—and which one’s out? Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a de‑hype, and leave a review so we can keep building this community together.Thank you for listening! Please review this episode, it really helps the pod grow. Find us on Instagram @thehealthhunspod

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