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296 blog articles for 'vitamins'
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4 Delicious, Healthy Baked Donut Recipe Hacks
Yes, you read that right—healthy donuts! Sound too good to be true? No way. The key to staying healthy and happy isn’t depriving yourself of all the things you love. It’s about balance. You can make sure your nutritional needs are met and still enjoy delicious foods you love, especially when you have healthy recipes like these on hand that pack in both nutrition and flavor. Try these healthy donut recipe hacks to satisfy your sweet tooth, and maybe even...
06/10/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Astaxanthin Benefits for Eye Health
All About Astaxanthin Astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants out there. It’s thousands of times more potent than vitamin C and it towers over many other well-known antioxidants.1 How do you pronounce astaxanthin? We know, it’s a mouthful! Phonetically it’s pronounced as-ta-zan-thin. And because of its potency, astaxanthin has become the focus of numerous studies and clinical trials examining its use for a broad range of health applications, including eye health and age-related vision changes, as well as...
05/21/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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15 Thickening Ingredients for Stunning Sauces, Stews and More
Have you ever wondered how to thicken your sauce or gravy? Cooking thickeners are used to help thicken up gravy, sauces, pudding, pie fillings, soup, stews and more. But which is the best one for your recipe? First, let’s look at the composition of cooking thickeners. Popular thickeners like tapioca and cornstarch come from a starch base. Starch is composed of thousands of sugar molecules that are oftentimes found in grains like wheat and corn or roots like potatoes and...
09/25/16 • Jenna M.
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13 Everyday Uses for Argan Oil
Argan oil is one of those products everyone seems to be buzzing about, and for good reason! This amazing plant-based oil has many healthful uses. Here are 13 of the top ways argan oil can benefit you: There are many uses for argan oil. Before we discuss them individually, let's start with the product itself. You can purchase either 100% pure argan oil (and just a drop or two will go a long way), or you can buy products that...
12/14/22 • Swanson staff
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Mood-Boosting Helpers to Stress Less This Holiday
This time of year is meant to be full of holiday cheer, but sometimes the festivities can cause a great deal of stress instead. Between monitoring spending, staying healthy and navigating time spent with family, “ho ho ho” can easily become “no no no.” These healthy hacks and nutrients may help you find a little more peace of mind to keep your holiday season merry and bright. Rock Around the Christmas Tree Whether it’s dancing, a walk around the neighborhood...
11/09/20 • Jack Lackey
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What is Activated Charcoal?
Activated charcoal is like a magnet for toxins in your body. This purifying wonder has been used for more than 150 years to absorb unwanted substances in the body. In fact, its absorbent properties and potential uses were mentioned as early as the 1700s. The first scientific studies and usages appeared in the 1800s. Over the century that followed, activated charcoal’s potential was explored further, becoming more commonly used in the 1960s. Activated charcoal eventually became a cornerstone substance for...
12/11/22 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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What Is DHEA and What Is It Good For?
Your adrenal glands produce dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA),[1] a hormone that acts as a precursor to male and female sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone (precursor means your body transforms DHEA into these other hormones). As you get older, your body produces less and less DHEA[2] — your natural production of DHEA tends to peak in your 20s — and these lower levels of DHEA can then manifest as various health concerns. That’s why an increasing number of adults are turning to...
02/23/25 • Medically reviewed by Dr. Christopher Oseh
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Infused Water Recipes and Benefits
Flavor-infused water is making waves in a big way. In fact, water in general is a hit these days, with bottled water sales outpacing soda in the US for the past couple of years.1 And one famous, Michigan-based seltzer brand has more than doubled their profits in the same time span.2 While choosing water may be better for our health and our waistlines, buying prepackaged water isn’t good for the environment since it takes at least 450 years for plastic...
05/03/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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What Workout Supplements Can Improve Your Results?
It’s no secret that physical activity can be taxing on the body. Fitness routines are one of the best ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle, so it makes sense to want to get as much out of your workout routines as possible. However, the world of workout supplements is vast and there are plenty of options that provide very little benefit or are loaded with sugar. If you’re looking for clear answers for what supplements to take when it comes...
12/15/22 • Swanson Staff
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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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20 Ways to Use Olive Oil Outside of the Kitchen
Did you know that olive oil offers many healthful benefits outside of the kitchen? Just like coconut oil, olive oil can be used in various capacities around the home, from beauty to cleaning and more! When it comes to choosing your oil, it all comes down to how you plan to use it and your personal preferences. For uses outside of the kitchen, a high-quality extra virgin oil is recommended most. I personally like the Swanson Organic Extra Virgin Cold-Pressed...
05/12/20 • 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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What is Zone 2 Cardio?
There are many kinds of cardio workouts, but they all have one essential in common: They get your heart pumping. In fact, raising your heart rate is where the name comes from: a shortening of “cardiovascular.” But it isn’t just your heart. Cardio workouts also increase your breathing and blood flow. Over time, this helps to amplify your body’s aerobic capacity—it’s ability to use oxygen more efficiently during exercise. What is Zone 2 Cardio? Just how fast you get your...
12/23/25 • Dawn Zink
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What is Red Yeast Rice? Benefits and Uses
People have been using red yeast rice, sometimes referred to as Went yeast, for centuries as part of traditional Chinese medicine.[1] It's made by growing a specific type of yeast — a species of fungi called Monascus purpureus — on white rice.[2] The resulting red yeast rice has been enjoyed for decades as both a food and a health supplement in Asia. Popularity for this supplement has skyrocketed in North America recently due to fascinating new research that reveals how...
12/16/24 • Medically reviewed by Dr. Christopher Oseh
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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 backpack, finding an outfit for the first day, and trying to make the most out of the remaining days of summer, there’s just a lot going on! This is one of the most important times of the year because getting your children off to a great start for school, no...
07/31/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Inspire Wellness: Six Tips for Staying Motivated
Deciding to start a new wellness journey is exciting. It’s one of the best decisions you could possibly make! But sticking to a plan isn’t always easy. We know sometimes the journey is hard, so encouragement, motivation and inspiration are essential. Here are six tips for staying motivated and inspiring wellness. 1. Celebrate the Journey Keep your long-term goals in sight, but don’t forget about today. If you only think about the future and your major goals, it can get...
05/27/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Wellness Reset: Supplements to Refresh
There comes a point when hectic schedules, poor eating habits or the unexpected surprises of life can leave you feeling tired, distracted and less than on top of things. This may come after the holidays or maybe during a difficult experience. As you self-assess, you may notice your hair or skin reflecting your overall sense of sluggishness, your energy levels depleted or maybe you even notice changes in your digestive or immune function. But there’s good news! A wellness reset...
12/11/25 • Britta Sather, LN
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MTHFR Variants and Folate Metabolism: What the Science Says About Your Genes and Folate Needs
This article provides an evidence-based overview of the MTHFR gene and its role in folate metabolism. It explains basic genetic concepts such as gene variants and single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), discusses the common MTHFR variants C677T and A1298C, and reviews current research regarding their prevalence and potential health implications. The article also highlights the importance of folate in the body, food sources of folate, and considerations for supplementation under the guidance of a healthcare provider.
08/04/26 • Swanson Staff
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Important Facts about Blue Light and Eye Health
Facts About Blue Light & Eye Health Did you know the average American spends more than seven hours in front of an electronic device every day? We look to our devices for everything from productivity and education to entertainment. But all that time in front of our computers, tablet devices, phone screens and televisions exposes us to harmful blue light that can add up over time and lead to issues with eye health and even sleeping patterns.1 Studies have shown...
05/09/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Mental Health and Immunity: Are They Connected?
Mental health, emotional wellness and mental wellness are all terms you may have seen more and more of over time. Once a stigma that was rarely addressed in conversation is now a topic of interest for many people across the globe. Mental wellness is something that can impact several biological functions. From heightened cortisol levels that can lead to increased heart rate to negative mood that can cause bodily fatigue, the health of our minds is showing to be crucial...
01/11/24 • Swanson Staff
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Turmeric vs Curcumin: What is the Difference?
You’ve probably heard a lot about the benefits of turmeric and curcumin because of, highly-publicized studies highlighting their healthy properties. And you might have noticed that in some cases the two are used interchangeably, touting many similar benefits, which can get a little confusing. So, what’s the difference? And which one is better to take as a supplement? The two are often mentioned together because curcumin is derived from turmeric. Turmeric has been used as an herbal remedy for thousands of...
05/15/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Pine Bark Extract vs Pycnogenol: What's the Difference?
The natural world has provided humanity with various wellness benefits for thousands of years, and a growing body of research shows we’re literally surrounded by a powerful health supplement you might not have heard about before: the humble pine tree. Pine bark extract can be made from various sub-species of pine trees but is sometimes marketed under the trademarked name Pycnogenol which only uses one[i]. Both may help to ensure flexible joints, maintain healthy brain and nervous system function, support...
03/09/25 • Medically reviewed by Patricia Weiser, PharmD
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What is Chelated Magnesium? Benefits, Uses and More
Up to 15% of Americans are deficient in magnesium (this number is even higher for those who are hospitalized or sick — an estimated 65% of critically ill patients are low in magnesium).[1] Could a lack of this essential mineral be why you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s burdens, struggling with sleep problems or feeling fatigued? Whether you want to boost your exercise performance or feel more balanced and healthy emotionally, chelated magnesium offers numerous benefits and uses. What is Chelated...
12/09/24 • Medically reviewed by Patricia Weiser, PharmD
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10 (Delicious) Foods That Keep You Full for Hours
Losing weight is hard enough on its own; don’t struggle through a diet program that leaves you unsatisfied, frustrated and, worse, hungry! You need to be smart with the foods you eat if you’re going to have any hope of long-term weight management success. If you’re not enjoying your meals, the chances of you sticking with a new diet are slim to none. The key to harnessing the power of nutrition to help you achieve your ideal weight is to...
06/21/22 • Swanson staff
