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58 blog articles for 're body safslim'
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Top Supplements for Detoxing the Body
Exposure to pollutants, processed foods and stress can strain the liver, gut and immune system—the body’s natural detox network. While these systems work hard to eliminate toxins, natural supplements can offer added support by enhancing their function and promoting overall balance in the body. Why Consider Supplements for Detoxification? Environmental toxins, poor diets and chronic stress can overload our natural detox systems. The liver and kidneys filter toxins, the gut eliminates waste and the immune system defends against harmful invaders....
05/15/25 • Swanson Staff
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Biotin Benefits for Every Body
Looking for the ultimate beauty vitamin for your hair, skin and nails? If so, you may want to try biotin. It’s often added to hair and skin products or taken as a beauty supplement to nurture thicker hair, stronger nails and healthy skin. And while all that may sound like plenty for one vitamin to do, the potential benefits of biotin don’t stop there. Also known as vitamin B-7, or vitamin H (from the German words Haar and Haut, which...
06/30/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Getting to Know Quercetin: A Natural Way to Support Balance in the Body
Let’s say you’re at the farmers’ market, taking in the wide array of fresh produce. Which fruit or vegetable offers the best nutrition? The answer to that depends on which nutrients you’re searching for, but when it comes to quercetin, two of the best options would be a crisp, red apple or a fragrant yellow onion. Nutrition should be delicious, after all! Quercetin (pronounced kwur-suh-tin) isn’t flashy. It doesn’t come with a buzzword or make big promises. But this natural...
08/12/25 • Swanson staff
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Foods Rich in CoQ10
Looking for food sources of CoQ10? Here's a list of foods high in CoQ10 and how much you'd need to eat to get your daily fill.
06/10/24 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Science-Backed Benefits of Getting Out in Nature
A walk outside seems to invigorate the senses in a way nothing else can, blood rushing through our veins, oxygen in our lungs. We can feel so much lighter, our hearts content and minds bursting with ideas. If you’ve wondered why it feels so good, you’re not the only one. Humans have long connected therapeutic health benefits with being in nature: “Hippocrates extolled the necessity of ‘airs, waters, and places.’”1 Likely, ancient humans could never have conceived of the unique...
03/28/24 • Julie Larson, Senior Regulatory Specialist
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What Is Niacin?
Niacin, also known as nicotinic acid or vitamin B3, is a water-soluble B vitamin and that helps convert nutrients from food into energy via the formation of NAD and NADP. This organic compound can be found in certain foods and is absorbed by all tissues in the body. Since this essential nutrient cannot be stored in the body, it is important to get adequate amounts of niacin through a healthy diet, but supplemental forms can also ensure that you’re getting...
01/28/24 • Swanson Staff
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Your Complete Guide to B Vitamins
Do you know your B vitamins? You should; they’re essential to your overall health! Use this B-complex vitamins guide to learn about the benefits of B vitamins, including what each one does, food sources of B vitamins and how to make sure you get enough in your diet. Meet the (B Vitamin) Family! There are eight B vitamins, each serving different roles in the body and offering their own special benefits. But while they’re all different, they still work together...
05/10/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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What is the Difference between Niacin and Niacinamide?
You may have heard about niacin and niacinamide, but what exactly are these vitamins and what are their roles in your health?
01/26/26 • Swanson Staff
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Ashwagandha Benefits for Women
Explore the science-backed benefits of ashwagandha for women, from improved sleep and stress response to hormone and immune support.
05/14/26 • Swanson Staff
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Grocery Guide: 10 Foods Loaded with Zinc
Calcium, magnesium, iron…everyone knows about these common minerals and why they’re important to maintaining a healthy body. Zinc is another powerful mineral, but for many, its benefits and natural sources remain something of a mystery. To help clear things, we've put together this grocery list of foods that will ensure your daily zinc intake is on par with your body’s needs. But before we get started, let’s do a quick overview of the importance of zinc to your overall health....
06/13/22 • Swanson staff
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16 Foods That Will Help Support Brain Health
Whether you’re looking to support optimal memory, focus or cognition, maintaining brain health is essential for daily life. Like all areas of health, the food you eat may have an effect on your brain. The 16 foods below are all ranked high for supporting brain health. As always, there are great options for meat eaters, vegetarians and vegans. Check out the list and let us know your favorites. 1Fish The EPA and DHA content in fish help support brain...
03/01/17 • Jenna M.
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Could L-Serine be a Brain Health Game Changer?
Why all the buzz concerning L-serine? Word is getting out about the research surrounding L-serine and its many benefits. Originally discovered in 1865, studies now show that L-serine may play a crucial role in supporting healthy neurological function over the long-term.1 What is L-Serine? L-serine is an amino acid found in many proteins. Serine is considered non-essential because if adequate amounts are not achieved through the diet, L-serine can be made in the body from glycine. What Are the Benefits of...
05/21/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Say Hello to the Sunshine Vitamin: Top Foods High in Vitamin D
Vitamin D has become one of the most popular supplements in recent years thanks to increasing interest from the scientific community, which is continuing to find new links between vitamin D and various health concerns.1 In fact, vitamin D has become so popular, it’s even earned itself a nickname: the Sunshine Vitamin. That nickname, however, has become somewhat of a blessing and a curse. While it’s true the human body produces natural vitamin D when your skin is exposed to...
04/11/22 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Feeling Scattered? Why Lion's Mane is Trending Among Overwhelmed Adults
Did you start your morning juggling three different tasks and now can’t find your coffee? You aren't alone. Modern life seems to come at you from multiple directions at once. Projects with moving targets, constant notifications on your phone and a seemingly endless to-do list lead to new levels of mental fatigue. By the time you find your cup of coffee sitting in the laundry room at 7:00pm it’s not much good to you. But an impressive number of adults...
10/15/25 • Swanson Staff
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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 the globe live in places where air pollution exceeds their guideline limits.1 Likewise, millions of people in the United States experience respiratory health concerns each year.2 Supporting respiratory health is important. Here are some tips from Swanson's in-house licensed nutritionist Britta Sather: While there are plenty of things you can do...
08/12/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Amazing Alphabet Vitamins: The Six Vitamins You Need to Know
Your body needs a wide variety of nutrients to stay healthy. Deficiencies in any one area can lead to health problems. Plus, the typical American diet generally doesn’t include the recommended amounts of many nutrients.1 That means it’s especially important for us to make conscious choices, both in the foods we eat and the supplements we take, to make sure we get the essential vitamins and nutrients we need for maintaining optimal health. Here is a list of the alphabet...
06/18/20 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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The Benefits of Phosphatidylserine
Supporting and maintaining cognitive health over the long term involves healthy habits, in addition to making sure your body has the nutritional support it needs to function properly. If you’re wanting to bolster your cognitive and brain health, a great place to begin is by considering if the benefits offered by phosphatidylserine may be right for you. What is Phosphatidylserine? In the simplest terms, phosphatidylserine can be thought of as a phospholipid, a fatty substance which helps encapsulate the nerve...
02/11/24 • Swanson staff
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This Mushroom Puts Simba to Shame: Top 4 Benefits of Lion's Mane
When you hear a name like lion’s mane, your first thought may be Mufasa, not mushrooms. While the king of the jungle is definitely top dog (or cat) of the animal kingdom, its fungi counterpart is an underfoot force to be reckoned with. So, in the supplement world, what exactly is lion’s mane? What can it do to benefit our health? Let’s do some digging on this fierce fungus. What is Lion’s Mane Mushroom? Lion’s mane gets its luxurious name...
11/21/24 • Medically reviewed by Dr. Christopher Oseh
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The Difference Between L-Carnitine & Acetyl L-Carnitine
Ever feel like your brain’s stuck in a fog or your energy levels are flagging, no matter how much coffee you’ve had? You’re not alone—and that’s where carnitine might come into play. Carnitine, a conditionally essential nutrient, is best known for supporting energy production, sharper mental clarity and even better workout performance. In your bid for self-improvement, you browse the supplement aisle and notice two similar-sounding options: L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine. So, what’s the difference, and which one is right for...
06/17/25 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Vitamin K2: Types, Benefits and Food Sources
Discovered in the 1920s, vitamin K is similar to vitamin B in that it's more of a family of nutrients than one single compound. Vitamin K1, for example, is a nutrient found naturally in leafy green vegetables, while vitamin K2, a fat soluble micronutrient, is most often found in meats, cheeses, eggs, fermented dairy products and other fermented foods like natto. K2 (also known as menaquinone) is the lesser known K vitamin, but it’s catching the attention of researchers and...
03/07/22 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Daily Supplements: A Nutritionist's Guide for Beginners
The best vitamins and supplements to take for men and women looking to improve overall health as recommended by our in-house licensed nutritionist
01/22/26 • Britta Sather, LN
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Vitamin B12 Rich Foods (for Vegans and Omnivores)
Vitamin B12 Rich Foods (for Vegans and Omnivores) As part of the B vitamin complex, water-soluble vitamin B12 – also known as cobalamin due to its elemental cobalt makeup – contributes to your body’s natural energy production and other related biological processes.1 B12 is the largest and most complex vitamin, which results in a few important implications for human health. Because of its large chemical structure, your body can’t absorb vitamin B12 as easily as most of the other B...
04/03/16 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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MSM Dosage per Day: How Much to Take?
Have you heard the buzz about MSM and its incredible wellness benefits? It’s certainly a powerhouse in the world of health supplements, but what is it, what are its benefits and how much should you be taking each day? To answer the first question, MSM stands for methylsulfonylmethane, a long name for a sulfur compound that’s naturally found in many common foods. While it’s possible to get MSM from your diet, many cooking methods deplete the micronutrient from food,1 so...
06/17/25 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Top Brain Health Supplements
Brain health impacts how we think, feel, learn, and connect with others. While it's important at every stage of life, maintaining cognitive function becomes especially crucial as we age. It supports memory, focus, independence and overall quality of life. Healthy habits, like regular exercise, quality sleep, stress management and staying socially and mentally active, help protect the brain. Nutrition also plays a key role. Nutrients such as omega-3s, B-vitamins, and antioxidants support brain cell function and resilience. Combined with a...
05/13/25 • Swanson Staff
