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Most of us are familiar with taking vitamin and mineral supplements to help plug any nutritional gaps in otherwise healthy diets, but you may be wondering what are herbal supplements...

08/21/24Swanson staff

Herbal Supplements

What Are Citrus Bioflavonoids?

The first thing that comes to mind when you think of citrus nutrition is probably vitamin C, but citrus fruits are brimming with other nutrients too, including many vitamins and...

08/21/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Vitamins & Supplements

9 Health Benefits of Limes and Lime Water

Limes add zest to your recipes and make a great garnish for your drinks—who doesn’t love a slice of key lime pie now and then? But there’s a lot more...

08/14/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Food & Nutrition

What Are Probiotics? And Why Do I Need Probiotics?

Probiotics are one of the hottest topics in the health industry, and for good reason. Probiotics are widely considered a staple for any daily regimen. These friendly bacteria work overtime...

08/13/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Digestive Health Vitamins & Supplements

Top Potassium Food Sources & Potassium Health Benefits

Potassium is a mineral that's often paired with magnesium in supplement form, and for good reason. Potassium and magnesium are two of the most important electrolyte minerals utilized by the...

08/13/24Swanson staff

Food & Nutrition Food and Nutrition

Take a Deep Breath: Top 10 Herbs for Respiratory Health

From air pollution to seasonal woes, respiratory health and the factors that influence it are important for us all. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 91% of people across...

08/12/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Herbal Supplements

Benefits of Elderberry

The Benefits of Elderberry References to elderberry appear in history books, fairytales and even modern-day fiction, but does it deserve a place in your medicine cabinet? Knowledge of the healthful...

08/12/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Food & Nutrition Immune Health

7 Supplements for Joints & The Science Behind How They Work

Millions of Americans report joint concerns each year. Between 2010 and 2012, a staggering 52.5 million adults experienced joint issues, and those numbers are expected to continue rising.1 With so...

08/12/24Amy Sunderman, MS, RD

Joint Health

MSM Benefits Joint Health & Beyond

There’s one constant in life thatwe can all count on: aging. No matter how old you are right now, you’re aging. It’s a fact of life, and the side effects...

08/11/24Amy Sunderman, MS, RD

Exercise and Fitness Joint Health

The Best Way to Simply Hydrate

Maintaining proper hydration is an excellent way to boost overall health and wellness in any season. For example, when you’re well hydrated, your body is better able to regulate its...

08/07/24Swanson staff

Exercise & Fitness Health and Wellness

The 9 Best Supplements for Women

Women have a lot of options for meeting their nutritional needs. So many, in fact, that it can get a little overwhelming to figure out what your body truly needs...

08/06/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Vitamins & Supplements Women's Health

You're Probably Deficient in this Essential Vitamin!

Vitamin D is an essential part of maintaining your overall health and wellness, yet most people don’t realize how important it really is. Almost all of us have probably had...

08/04/24Lindsey Toth, MS, RD

Food & Nutrition