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What Is BCM-95® Curcumin?

What Is BCM-95® Curcumin?

14th Apr 2026

What is BCM-95® curcumin? Benefits, uses and side effects (2026 UPDATE) Curcumin, the active compound in golden-yellow turmeric spice, has been studied extensively for its role in inflammation, joint health, brain function, and metabolic health. The problem has always been getting it into the body in meaningful amounts. Standard curcumin has notoriously low oral bioavailability. It's poorly wa …
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BCM-95® vs. Curcumin + Piperine: Why smarter curcumin doesn't need black pepper

BCM-95® vs. Curcumin + Piperine: Why smarter curcumin doesn't need black pepper

13th Apr 2026

If you've ever Googled "best turmeric supplement", you've seen the same claim everywhere: "With black pepper for better absorption." It's become so standard that people now sprinkle pepper on their turmeric latte and feel like the job is done. There’s a reason for this. Curcumin, the main active compound in turmeric, is famously hard to absorb. Piperine, the active compound in black pepper, …
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Spinal Health in Elite Athletes: Practical Tips For Longevity

Spinal Health in Elite Athletes: Practical Tips For Longevity

5th Nov 2025

For elite athletes, spinal resilience is crucial for training hard, competing frequently, and traveling extensively without injury. For the general population, it influences whether we age with mobility or experience pain. Many people neglect their spines until discomfort compels them to act, unlike elite athletes who proactively build spinal longevity. With 25 years of experience coaching at elit …
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Lessons from Elite Sport: Joints and Nutrition, The Keys to Aging Well

Lessons from Elite Sport: Joints and Nutrition, The Keys to Aging Well

23rd Oct 2025

When we watch elite athletes perform, we’re often dazzled by speed, skill, or strength. What we don’t see is the deep strategy behind how they protect their bodies and sustain careers under relentless pressure.  In my 25 years of coaching across tennis, cycling, and multiple professional sports, I’ve learned that the athletes who last aren’t always the most gifted; the …
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Blood Biomarker Tracking: Elite Interventions for Performance and Aging

Blood Biomarker Tracking: Elite Interventions for Performance and Aging

15th Oct 2025

As a performance coach with over twenty years of experience working with top athletes internationally, I’ve seen how small insights can lead to big changes in performance.  One of the key tools that athletes use is tracking their blood health. Instead of just looking at how much they train, teams analyze detailed lab results to help athletes recover better, avoid injuries, and stay at t …
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