TLDR Supplements improve health, appearance, and athletic performance.
The article examines the impact of dietary supplements (BAS) and sports nutrition on human health, focusing on their effects on skin, hair, and nails. Key findings include: (1) these supplements lead to therapeutic and cosmetic improvements; (2) protein intake benefits hair and skin health; (3) protein bars reduce daily food intake; (4) L-carnitine stimulates scalp hair growth; (5) collagen positively affects overall health, including skin, hair, and nails; (6) ZMA increases blood zinc and magnesium levels, potentially enhancing athletic performance and muscle gain.
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