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4 Reasons You Should Eat Whole Grains Every Day

Many trendy diets today rely heavily on lean proteins and monounsaturated fats to fill your plate, but if you ask us, nobody puts healthy carbohydrates in a corner. Whole grains...

09/11/20Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Food & Nutrition Food and Nutrition

Our Favorite Immune Essentials: The Swanson Staff's Hand-Picked Nutrients

There are a lot of immune-supporting products out there, so it can be hard to tell which ones are worth the hype. If you’re curious what our Swanson staff uses...

08/31/20Swanson Staff

Immune Health Vitamins & Supplements

CoQ10 and Statins: Can Statins Lead to Low CoQ10?

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like compound that your body needs to keep cells healthy and energized. It is used by every cell of practically every living thing on the...

08/26/20Amy Sunderman, MS, RD

Heart Health

The Surprising Immune Health Benefits of Pumpkin

There are a lot of interesting facts about pumpkins that many of us aren’t aware of. For instance, did you know that pumpkins are classified as fruits and not vegetables?...

08/24/20Amy Sunderman, MS, RD

Food & Nutrition Food and Nutrition Immune Health

Immune Boost Juice: A Simple and Tasty Recipe to Support Immune Health

When the going gets tough, it can be tough to get going. Many people turn to health tonic shots or juices to help them feel 100% again. For those fortunate...

08/24/20Swanson Staff

Immune Health Recipes Recipes & DIY

How to Replace Sugar with Healthier Sugar Alternatives

Most of us know refined sugar isn’t exactly beneficial. It adds empty calories to your diet and has been linked to a host of health issues.1 But resisting sweet foods...

08/20/20Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Recipes & DIY

10 Purrrfect Gifts for Cats

We all know cats live the ultimate life of luxury. They get to sleep all day, they never have to work, and their food is delivered right on schedule. The...

08/06/20Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

The Science Behind Your Immune System & How to Keep it Strong

We often talk about how we want to maintain healthy immune systems for overall wellness, to fend off seasonal woes and to live longer and healthier lives. But do you...

08/04/20Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Immune Health

Back to School Health Tips

With the first day of school right around the corner, it’s a busy time of the year for parents and children alike. Between shopping for school supplies, picking the perfect...

07/31/20Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Health and Wellness Vitamins & Supplements

A Complete Guide to Flax Seeds Recipes Health Benefits & More

Flax Seed Overview Sometimes the tiniest foods pack the biggest punch. This is certainly the case with flax seeds, which are one of nature’s best-kept secrets. They may be small...

07/29/20Jenessa M.

Food and Nutrition

12 Foods to Eat for More Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant known for supporting several areas of wellness including immune health, brain health, skin health and cardiovascular health. As a water-soluble vitamin, your body won’t...

07/29/20Jenna M.

Food & Nutrition Food and Nutrition

Trust Your Gut Health: Build a Healthier Gut with Probiotics

Did you know that your gut serves two primary functions? It absorbs nutrients and defends against bacterial onslaught. And it’s a popular place to be, with trillions of both helpful,...

07/28/20Amy Sunderman, MS, RD

Digestive Health Vitamins & Supplements