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The Science of the Endocannabinoid System
Your Endocannabinoid System: What it is and How it Works If you’re thinking about diving into the exciting world of cannabidiol (CBD) hemp extracts to promote your overall wellbeing, you’re not alone! Thanks to its speedy growth in popularity, CBD hemp extracts are now easily accessible in oil tinctures, gummies, softgels, capsules, skin balms and more. But before you start using CBD, it’s important to first understand how it reacts inside your body and why, which all comes down to...
06/18/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
What is CBD Hemp Extract?
There’s been a lot of buzz and confusion in recent years surrounding hemp plant products, particularly cannabidiol (CBD) hemp extract and the change of regulations surrounding the production and research of this potent supplement.1 The hemp plant has been used and cultivated for centuries to make textiles, whole food products and health and wellness products.2 Today, full-spectrum CBD hemp extract products have become widespread in their availability and use for a variety of health benefits. So, is full spectrum CBD hemp...
04/26/22 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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
Jetsetter Wellness: Staying Healthy on the Go
Planes, trains, rideshares, even camels: no matter how you travel, you’ll want to stay healthy on the go! Whether you are traveling for work or pleasure, heading to the ski slopes of Colorado, the shops of Paris, the beaches of Hawaii or on a less glamorous work trip, keeping your immune system healthy is one of the best ways to make for a worry-free adventure. Most people don’t get enough sleep or drink enough water when they travel, and those...
06/07/21 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Feel Forever Young: Health Tips for Every Age
In the past when you heard someone mention “anti-aging,” expensive skin creams may have come to mind. But the anti-aging trend has shifted as people have rightfully become more focused on natural health and longevity rather than quick-fixes. Longevity-related words like mitochondria (which are involved in cellular energy production) and telomeres (a DNA component that changes with age), which were previously reserved for scientific communities, are starting to become buzzwords as more people embrace the idea of healthy aging being much...
07/31/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Say Om: 6 Tips to Help You Relax and Reduce Stress
Take a deep breath, release it slowly, and say "oommm..." Do you need more oms in your life like we do? Almost everyone faces stress daily. Between work and home life, being there for our loved ones and other commitments, we manage a lot of responsibilities every day. Along with all those responsibilities comes the seemingly inevitable: stress. Yet, it doesn’t need to be that way. We know stress isn’t good for our bodies, and it can take a toll...
02/27/22 • Bushra Hassan, MBA, RD
Brilliant Beauty Basics Our Top Ingredients for Brilliant Hair Skin & Nails
What’s the secret to health that shows? Good health is more than skin deep. Your lifestyle and overall nutrition play important roles in keeping your hair, skin and nails in tip-top condition. But there are some ingredients that are particularly beneficial when it comes to helping you look vibrant and healthy. Here are a few of the best ingredients for healthy-looking hair, skin and nails. 1. Coffee for Skincare Coffee is good for more than giving your body an energy...
06/10/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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 in size, but their nutrient profile is surely impressive. Fiber, protein and antioxidants are just the beginning! Flax seeds are favored among those who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet because they’re a great way to get EFA nutrition. They contain ALA, a type of omega-3 fat that’s different than...
07/29/20 • Jenessa M.
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.
Magnesium Rich Foods to Add to Your Diet
Learn which magnesium-rich foods can boost your intake, support energy and sleep, and help you meet your daily magnesium needs naturally.
06/25/26 • Swanson staff
Beyond the Basics: 22 Supplements That Complement Your Immune Routine
Once you’ve covered the essentials, what other nutrients, botanicals, probiotics, and specialty ingredients can help support a healthy immune response? We’ve got the information you need to take the next steps.
04/28/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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
14 Foods That Support Healthy Blood Pressure
Diet, exercise and healthy lifestyle choices, such as avoiding tobacco and limiting alcohol consumption, are the main factors that contribute to heart health (or ill health, as the case may be). Below is a list of foods that support healthy blood pressure levels already within normal levels based on the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), the “Americanized” version of the Mediterranean diet. So which foods made the cut? Everyone knows that foods low in sodium and rich in...
09/13/20 • Ben H.
CoQ10 Pairings for Heart Health, Energy, Skin & Endurance
You may have heard about the benefits of CoQ10, but there is so much more to the story. CoQ10 alone is a pretty amazing compound, but when you pair it with other specific supplements the results can be dramatic.
05/29/25 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Awards & Achievements
Welcome to the Swanson Health Products Accolades page! This page features various awards and achievements that we are proud to share. 2024 Global Excellence Awards for Natural Health Products Company of the Year 2024 -USA Swanson Health Products is a midwestern wellness company that’s been around for 55 years and counting. Our expert team of scientists, pharmacists and licensed nutritionists challenge the status quo for vitamins and supplements by prioritizing unmatched innovation, ingenuity and ingredients for everyday remedies that you...
06/09/25 •
8 Ways to Use Hemp for Mind Body & Home
Hemp is certainly having its moment in the sun, and with good reason. It can be used in countless ways to promote overall wellbeing in your body, in your mind and in your home. But if you’re not exactly sure where to start, the world of hemp products can be rather overwhelming. To get you started, we’ve highlighted eight easy ways to use this multifaceted plant every day of the week. 1. Add Hemp Hearts to Your Morning Breakfast Routine...
06/01/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Multivitamins for Seniors and Other Age Groups: Which Multivitamin Is Right for You?
Learn how multivitamins differ for children, teens, men, women and older adults, including nutrient needs, safety considerations and how to choose a formula.
08/16/21 • Swanson Staff
Get Supermarket Smart: Grocery Store Hacks
Grocery shopping might seem like a simple enough task, but the second you walk into many supermarkets, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by options and spend more time and money than you originally planned. Flashy packaging, strategically placed product displays, and sales on products you may never actually use all serve as distractions that keep you in the store longer and can run up your total grocery bill. Get supermarket smart by saving time (and money) in the grocery store,...
06/02/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Real Food: A Revival or a Revolution?
Today, the interest in real foods has become more than just a trend. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed these days to find a nutritionist or dietitian who'd argue that a refined, processed diet is superior to a whole foods diet rich in fruits and vegetables. But even for the kale smoothie enthusiasts among us, it’s still nearly impossible to get all the nutrients we need through food alone. Unfortunately, only 38% of Americans regularly consume a healthful diet.1 So, what...
06/14/22 • Swanson staff
Build Xtraordinary Eyes: Nutrition for Eye Health
Why is eye health so important? Taking care of your eyes might not be something you think about often, beyond having your vision checked and wearing sunglasses, but it takes more than that. You can get ahead of potential age and lifestyle-related eye concerns and keep your eyes healthy by making small changes to your habits and focusing on nutrition that supports eye health. One of the biggest concerns in eye health is exposure to blue light from our electronic...
04/29/20 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
What is a Keto Diet?
Trendsetting-celebrity endorsements have the internet buzzing about the keto diet. It’s topping newsfeeds and sneaking into inboxes everywhere. But what is the keto diet craze all about? Should you try the keto diet? And how does it even work? This diet definitely isn’t right for everyone. The keto diet is an extremely low-carb, high-fat diet that essentially tricks your body into thinking it’s fasting. The goal of this method is the same as many other weight-loss diets—to get your body...
07/22/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
How to Increase GLP-1 Naturally
GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide and dulaglutide have been taking the weight loss world by storm with their potential to not only suppress one’s appetite for better portion control, but also to aid with overall body weight and fat loss.1 However, depending on the form taken, these medications can cause a slew of unwanted effects ranging from nausea and vomiting to lean muscle loss.2,3 If you’re interested in some of the benefits that come with raising your GLP-1 levels and...
12/18/24 • Medically reviewed by Dr. Qin Rao
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.
Supplements for Runners
Running is one of the oldest sports in the world — in fact, it was once the only sport in the Olympics1 — and continues to be one of America's most popular forms of cardiovascular exercise.2 And while most Americans3 don't get enough daily exercise, experts report that running is one of the best workouts4 with the best health benefits. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete training for your next Ironman, or a weekend warrior wanting to shake off the weekday...
04/14/25 • Swanson Staff