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6 Easy Ways to Energize Your Mind
No matter your age or stage of life, we’re willing to bet that you’d love to feel more energetic, both mentally and physically, throughout the day. A boost of brain energy can help you power through challenging workdays, an extra-long chore list, extensive travel itineraries, fun outdoor adventures and much more! And luckily, it’s easier than you may think. Here are some simple and effective ways to energize your mind every day. 1. Stock Up on Brain Food Certain nutrients...
05/01/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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The Best Ways to Cleanse & Detox
When you think of detoxing, what comes to mind first? Healthy eating plans? Juice cleanses? Detox teas? Detox supplements? There are so many options for detoxing your body that it can be hard to sort through it all and know what’s best. This article will help you decode the best ways to cleanse and detox, plus offer some top tips for getting the most of out of your cleansing and detoxing regimen. How Long Should a Cleanse or Detox Diet...
11/16/22 • 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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Collagen vs. Gelatin: What's the Difference?
Collagen vs. Gelatin: What's the Difference? Are you thinking about getting in on the collagen trend? We don’t blame you! It’s hard to say no to a protein that does so much, from helping keep joints healthy to boosting skin hydration and elasticity. It even boasts some gut-supporting benefits too! But, as with any new wellness trend, you probably have questions. Especially considering there are a lot of different types of collagen supplements available. And what about gelatin? Are collagen...
05/20/21 • 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 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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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
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Eating Healthy on a Budget: 12 Tips to Keep You & Your Wallet Fit
Want to eat healthier without blowing your budget? It’s easier than you may think! With just a little planning, you can nourish your body with wholesome goodness without breaking the bank. Before getting into the tips, though, let's start where healthy eating begins: your pantry! Before heading out to the grocery store, you’ll want to take a close look at what’s in your pantry. Peruse Your Pantry Check to see if there’s anything you can cut back on, like sugary...
06/05/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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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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Top 16 Vitamins & Supplements for Women Over 30 & Women Over 40
Getting older just doesn’t seem fair, does it? Sure, it’s inevitable, but that doesn’t mean we should sit back and take it! There are plenty of healthy ways to combat or smooth over some of the unwanted changes age may bring. Looking and feeling your best takes cultivating a balance between mind and body health, staying active, and getting optimal nutrition to fight the signs of aging you’re likely to encounter in your 30s and 40s. These are probably going...
06/11/24 • 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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7 Simple Ways to Help Keep Your Breasts Healthy
Breast health is a hot topic. And if we’re honest with ourselves, thinking about it can seem a little scary. Hundreds of thousands of women each year are faced with new breast health concerns, and in some ways, those overwhelming numbers make the topic feel like the elephant in the room.1 No one wants to be faced with a breast health concern, and a lot of women ignore the idea because they don’t want to consider the possibility that something...
10/03/18 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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5 Beginner Tips for Going Gluten Free
If you are sensitive to gluten or you’ve decided to eliminate gluten from your diet for any other reason, it may seem like gluten is in almost everything at first. Thankfully, there are still plenty of delicious foods you can eat while following a gluten-free diet—you just need to know where to look. We’ve put together this guide for going gluten free to offer tips and helpful information for anyone making a transition to gluten-free living. What is Gluten, Anyway?...
04/30/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Lips Teeth & Gums 7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Mouth Healthy
Straight teeth and a bright smile might be two of the first things you notice about a person, but there’s a lot more that goes into optimal oral health. From your lips to your gums to your teeth to your tongue, every component of your mouth must be included in your daily routine for oral health. Luckily, each step is surprisingly simple. Here are seven ways to take care of your oral health, plus a quick toothpaste guide, bonus tips...
01/04/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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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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Spring Health Hacks
Every year as the season begins to change from winter to spring, the sunlight begins to grow and we get just a little more pep in our step looking forward to the warmth that's just around the bend. While we still have a few chilly days to go before we can stash away those sweaters, now is the perfect time to step up our health and wellness game so we can greet the months ahead happier and healthier than ever....
02/27/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Best Supplements for Men Over 30: Essential Nutrients for Peak Performance
Why Men Over 30 Need Targeted Nutritional Support Beginning around age 30, certain physiological changes can have an effect on men’s wellness and your ability to enjoy your favorite activities. Changes to muscle mass, flexibility or stamina and impacts on cardiovascular health, sexual health or cognitive function. The good news: there are many proactive measures and supportive wellness supplements available to help bolster health now and for years to come. Here’s a listing of some of the best supplements for...
06/24/25 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Protein Benefits The Best Types of Protein & How Much Protein You Need
Getting enough protein every day can benefit your body in some surprising ways. From weight maintenance to skin health, muscle preservation and more, protein nourishment helps us be our most energized, radiant, healthiest selves. But shopping for the best protein powder may leave you with a lot of questions. What is a complete protein? How much protein do you really need? How exactly does protein help the body? We’re here to answer these questions as well as help you choose...
05/22/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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18 Food Replacement Hacks that Make Healthy Eating Easy
Eating healthfully at every single meal can be a challenge, but simply replacing some of your usual pantry staples with healthier options can help in a really big way! When we’re hungry, we tend to reach for what’s on hand. And by keeping healthy food swaps around, we set ourselves up for nutritional success. That doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice flavor. Some of these healthy swaps are even more delicious and flavorful than what they’ve replaced! It also doesn’t...
07/16/25 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Live with Vitality: 7 Things to Help Boost Your Vitality
More energy, less stress, and a healthier body and mind - here are 7 tips to help you boost your vitality.
07/14/25 • Swanson Staff
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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 many people concerned about joint health, it isn’t surprising that joint care supplements are increasingly available. Nourishing your joints may be one of the most important things you can do to stay flexible and mobile as you age to support healthy joints and active lifestyles. But with so many joint...
08/12/24 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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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
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Best Vitamins for Hair Growth
Discover the best vitamins and nutrients for hair growth, including biotin, vitamins D, C, iron, zinc, and collagen, to support stronger, healthier hair.
07/24/26 • Swanson Staff
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Wellness Made Delicious
Supporting your overall health has never been easier, or more delicious. Our new line of health gummies offers you a wide variety of delightful flavors that are as fun to take as they are beneficial to your overall wellness. For decades, Swanson has been proud to serve our customers as a trusted health supplement company that offers great innovations at an even greater value. Now, we’re proud to offer a whole new range of options for promoting your daily wellness...
07/14/22 • Swanson Staff