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296 blog articles for 'vitamins'
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Research Update: Choline Dietary Intake and Plasma Choline Response
A research update on the latest clinical evidence reporting that plasma choline and betaine respond to dietary choline intake, with the clearest discrimination between low choline intake and adequate intake
06/10/26 • Dustin Moore
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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 and beverages can be difficult. After all, sweets are delicious! Plus, added sugars have a way of sneaking into your diet from unexpected places. Just take a look around at nutritional labels and you’ll see. For example, some pasta sauces have as much 9 g of sugar per serving! So,...
08/20/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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What are Amino Acids?
Your body is made up of more than 100,000 different proteins that all have essential functions.1 This encompasses everything from transporting oxygen (hemoglobin) to regulating blood glucose levels (insulin) and providing structure (collagen) to enabling muscle contraction (myosin). Amino acids are an important class of biomolecules that serve as an energy source and the building blocks of these proteins. The first amino acid, asparagine, was isolated from asparagus juice in 1806. Since then, researchers have identified 20 standard amino acids...
05/22/25 • Swanson Staff
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Finding the Perfect Cup: A Beginner's Guide to Tea
So you’re ready to be a tea connoisseur, but you don’t know where to start? Well, you’re in luck! We’re big fans of the art of drinking tea and we’ve made it easy for you by putting together everything you need to know about tea, including types of tea, origins, caffeine content and how to prepare the perfect cup. By the end of this post, you’ll be ready to take on the world, one cup of tea at a time....
07/19/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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30 Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar with mother is a fermented juice made from crushed apples. Apple cider vinegar is a popular ingredient in many detoxifying and cleansing recipes because it contains so many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Some nutrients in apple cider vinegar include acetic and folic acids, and minerals such as potassium, iron and magnesium. Apple cider vinegar also contains polyphenols, which are powerful antioxidants. Apple cider vinegar is a classic home remedy. There are many home remedies and historical apple...
12/16/18 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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What is Pea Protein? Benefits and Uses
When Mom said, “Eat your vegetables,” she knew what she was talking about. Peas, like many other foods, contain proteins, one of the essential building blocks of our bodies. Proteins do much of the work in our cells; our tissues and organs rely on them to function and even for structure.1 And as we age, our bodies need extra help to synthesize muscle. This makes proteins a vital part of our diets and a common supplement choice, especially for older...
11/18/24 • Medically reviewed by Justine Hays, RD
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Thanksgiving Survival Guide: Hacks to Avoid a Food Coma
Turkey, gravy and pumpkin pie—oh my! With so many delicious dishes to choose from on Thanksgiving, it’s easy to be grateful for the good things we’re given in life. However, if you’ve been a victim of the infamous post-Thanksgiving dinner energy crash, then you know that gratitude probably went out the window along with all self-control. Rest assured: we’ve been there, and we’ve found solutions to ease the discomfort. If you’re looking to enjoy your fall feast, you’ll love our...
11/01/21 • Swanson staff
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The 4 Steps to Choosing a Probiotic
Choosing a probiotic may seem a little overwhelming. Probiotics are everywhere, and as researchers uncover more about them, they grow even more popular. Options are great to have, but that can also make deciding on a good probiotic more confusing. We’re here to help you understand probiotics, what they do, and how to choose a probiotic supplement that's right for you. What Are Probiotics? When it comes to understanding the difference between prebiotics vs. probiotics vs. postbiotics, the similar names...
09/04/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Glucosamine Dosage Overview: How Much Do You Need?
Joint health concerns affect millions of Americans each year.1 While joint issues can affect all ages and various joints in the body, joints in the knees, hips, lower back and hands are common areas of concern for people over the age of 55.1 Weight, genetics and occupational strains play a role, but joint health concerns are more prevalent in older adults because aging affects your joints.1 As you age, the rubbery-like cartilage that cushions your bones at the joints begins...
04/24/18 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Zealous About ZZZs Sleep Benefits & Sleep Hacks for Everyone
Just how important is sleep? It has the power to change almost everything. Think about how you feel when you are sleep deprived, and imagine millions of other people going about their days feeling exactly the same way – driving their cars and making potentially life-changing decisions. Pretty scary, right? But it happens. A study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 30% of American workers are sleeping six hours or less each night,...
10/03/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Translating the Language of Probiotics
Whether you’re considering probiotics for digestive support, to give your immune system a boost, or any of the other numerous benefits of taking probiotics, you might be a little overwhelmed by all the options available.1 How do you choose between them? When you look at most probiotics on the market today, one of the first things you’ll notice is that the labels focus on strains and CFU. So naturally, you may think the best probiotic has the most strains and...
03/13/24 • Britta Sather, LN
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5 Ways to Detox Your Mind and Body
Detoxing your mind can be as beneficial as detoxing your body. After all, your mind and body are connected! For example, when you have a mentally stressful day, you most likely feel the effects of that stress on your body and vice versa. Nutrition, sleep and other daily wellness habits also influence your mental and physical health. So, if you’re thinking about trying a detox diet or looking for the best ways to cleanse and detox, give your mind some love...
11/29/22 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Krill Oil Raises EPA and DHA More Than Fish Oil, New Clinical Trial Finds
Results from a 12 week study reporting how krill oil elevates serum EPA and DHA more efficiently than fish oil
06/30/26 • Dustin Moore
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What is the Best Magnesium Supplement Form for You?
Researchers estimate that 2/3 of the people in developed countries, and at least half of all Americans, don’t meet their daily needs for magnesium.1,2 That may largely be due to our diets, but our soil is also suffering from magnesium depletion, which leads to magnesium deficiencies in plants, including food crops that were previously our richest dietary sources of magnesium.2 Why does your magnesium intake matter? Magnesium is an essential mineral that our bodies need for more than 300 enzymatic reactions,...
06/17/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Turmeric & Boswellia The Perfect Joint Heath Duo
Turmeric is one of the trendiest herbal ingredients around due to its antioxidant powers and many health benefits—from supporting skin and digestive health to memory, mood, cognitive health and more. But one area where turmeric really shines is joint health. Taking turmeric for joints isn’t a new practice. In fact, its use for joint health dates all the way back to early Chinese and Ayurvedic health traditions. And studies have confirmed those benefits, showing improved joint function and comfort after supplementing...
07/12/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Trending Supplements Right Now Explained for Beginners
Discover what trending supplements like ashwagandha, creatine, magnesium, probiotics and collagen do, explained simply for beginners.
03/23/26 • Swanson Staff
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Your Guide to Using Hemp-Derived CBD Oil
When it comes to learning about CBD hemp extract and figuring out the best ways to integrate it into your wellness routine, the research process can be a long one. Once you understand what it is, how it interacts with your body and the various forms it can take, you then have to learn how to actually use it (spoiler alert: there is more than one "right" way!). We made this guide to simplify the process and help make it...
04/26/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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What is Shilajit? Benefits, Uses & Side Effects
Originating in the Himalayan mountains along the border between India and Nepal, shilajit is a dark, tar-like or powdery substance that has also been found among the mountain rocks of Russia, Afghanistan and even the high Andes of Chile. Shilajit has been used for centuries in the Ayurvedic medicinal traditions of the Indian subcontinent and throughout Asia, valued for its various health benefits.1 But what is shilajit exactly? Science tells us that shilajit is a phytocomplex that is formed during...
03/13/25 • Medically reviewed by Patricia Weiser, PharmD
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What are Polyphenols? Benefits, Side Effects and Uses
When we use the term “polyphenols,” we’re speaking about a collection of nutrients found naturally in fruits, vegetables and other plants. Polyphenols are also present in plant-derived beverages, such as tea or red wine.1 Described as secondary metabolites (organic compounds used by the plant for defense),2 polyphenols can include phenolic acid, flavonoids, tannins, lignans and others. In fact, more than 8,000 compounds are classified as phenolic.1 Polyphenols have been increasingly studied over the last few decades for their use in...
02/27/25 • Medically reviewed by Dr. Christopher Oseh
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10 Tips for Better Sleep Tonight
Struggling to unwind at night? From optimizing your bedtime routine to creating a distraction-free sleep environment, discover 10 simple, actionable tips to help you fall asleep faster and enjoy more restful sleep tonight.
04/25/24 • Swanson Staff
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Trust Your Gut Health: Build a Healthier Gut with Probiotics
Learn how probiotics, prebiotics, fermented foods, and supplements support gut health. Discover simple ways to build a balanced, healthy gut microbiome.
07/28/20 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Easy Homemade Nut Butter Recipes
Making your own nut butter is the perfect solution for surviving empty shelves at stores. And if shelter-in-place is killing your vibe, this may be a fun new DIY to try. Super simple to make with three ingredients or less and a healthy alternative to store-bought peanut butter or almond butter, these nut butter recipes are a great way to enjoy the foods you love without needing to leave the house. Roasted You’ll want to use roasted nuts for these...
04/08/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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BUSTED: Top 4 Myths of Probiotics!
Discover the truth behind 4 common probiotic myths, from refrigeration and CFU to strains and food sources, with science-backed facts from a registered dietitian.
07/28/20 • Bushra Hassan, MBA, RD
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The Difference Between CBD Isolate & Full Spectrum CBD Hemp Extract
Plenty of health-conscious people are interested in exploring the exciting world of CBD hemp extracts, but at first glance it can be a little overwhelming. There are countless companies offering a wide variety of CBD hemp extract-based products in all forms, including hemp-derived CBD oils, and it can be difficult to decipher the differences and know which ones are trustworthy.When searching for the best CBD hemp extract product, you may see the words “CBD isolate” or “full spectrum CBD” come...
06/22/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
