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24 blog articles for 'lotion'
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CBD Hemp Extract Types and Forms
These days, CBD hemp extracts are all the rage, with numerous types and forms available on the market for seemingly every health concern imaginable. But which form is right for you and your needs? Once you’ve decided if CBD is a good fit in your health regimen, it’s important to also identify which form will work best with your lifestyle. That’s why we put together this quick and easy guide to help you understand what CBD hemp extracts are (and...
06/16/22 • Swanson staff
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Expiration and Manufactured Dates
All Swanson brand products are produced by Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliant manufacturers that meet specific standards for quality and potency. We require that our manufacturers develop and formulate products that’ll maintain their quality for the expected timeframe. One of our primary goals is to provide you with the freshest products possible. We bottle all Swanson brand capsules, tablets and softgels in our own facility, which allows us to control our inventory and deliver guaranteed freshness. Swanson brand products include...
06/12/25 •
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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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A Complete Beginners Guide to Essential Oils
Essential oils have been used for years for a wide variety of purposes, from promoting general health and wellbeing, to creating a more peaceful atmosphere through aromatherapy. In this beginner's guide, we'll show you everything you need to know to begin using essential oils like a pro! What is Aromatherapy? Before we dive into all the exciting ways essential oils can be used for aromatherapy, let's begin with a basic explanation of what it's all about. Aromatherapy is a well-established...
06/20/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Why Don't You List Expiration Dates on Supplements?
Swanson Health Products uses a date of manufacture (the date the product in the bottle was produced) rather than an expiration date for its dietary supplement products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the agency that oversees the manufacture and labeling of dietary supplements, does not require an expiration date on dietary supplements but requires that if one is used, it must be supported by stability testing data. However, as these regulations are still evolving, FDA has yet to define...
04/30/12 • Vitamins and Supplements FAQs
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7 Endless Summer Beauty Tips
Summer is finally in full swing and along with it came tons of fun outdoor activities that have us basking in the sunshine. But summer also brings some challenges when it comes to feeling and looking your best in the heat. Thankfully, we’ve got you covered with tips for glowing skin, hydrated locks and energy ’til after the sun goes down, plus summer beauty essentials and DIY tips you don’t want to miss! 1. Hydration, Hydration, Hydration We can’t say...
08/04/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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7 Hot Health Secrets for Changing Seasons
This time of year should be full of pumpkin spice & everything nice, but sometimes seasonal changes get the best of us. Here are some expert tips for feeling your best in the months ahead. 1. Prepare Your Immune System A bold winter immune system is built in summer and fall, so start early. Get plenty of sleep, eat nutrient-rich whole foods & reinforce immune health with supplements like probiotics—over 70% of your immune system is in your gut—plus herbal...
03/04/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, 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
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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
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Help Desk
-x- --- Why do some items have shipping restrictions? Certain states and countries restrict the shipment of specific ingredients. When these regulations apply, restricted items will be removed from your order before shipment. You will not be charged for any items that cannot be shipped. Learn more about shipping restrictions here. --- When will I receive my order with standard shipping and fast delivery? Orders shipped with standard delivery typically arrive within 2-6 business days after leaving our warehouse. Fast...
08/22/25 •
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Jojoba Oil Uses: Top 10 Uses 3 DIY Recipes
Natural products are gaining popularity, especially when it comes to skincare. If you're looking for a plant-based addition to your self care regimen that's both affordable and effective, why not consider jojoba oil? What is Jojoba Oil? Jojoba oil (ho-HO-ba) is one of many natural products with increased attention lately for its ability to multi-task. Contrary to popular belief, jojoba oil isn’t oil; it’s actually a liquid wax. Jojoba oil comes from seeds found on a desert shrub in the...
07/18/22 • Swanson staff
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The Health Benefits of Vitamin E
Vitamin E has been a part of Swanson since the very beginning. In fact, it was the supplement that started it all. In the late 1950s, our founder Leland Swanson was an avid golfer who had begun to experience discomfort in his joints. Seeking a natural solution, he began researching current literature and discovered the many benefits of vitamin E. With this knowledge in hand, Swanson Health was launched in 1969 offering vitamin E supplements through mail-order catalog. The rest,...
09/08/22 • Swanson staff
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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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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
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The Science Behind CoQ10 Benefits: What You Need to Know
Coenzyme Q10 (also known as CoQ10, ubiquinone or ubiquinol) is a naturally occurring compound found in plants, bacteria, animals and humans. As a dietary supplement, it’s most often found in the form of ubiquinone or ubiquinol, the active form your body can immediately put to use. Yet, what is CoQ10? And why does your body need more than it is already making? Let’s take a look. CoQ10 is classified as an antioxidant. Some sources also refer to it as a...
07/11/20 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Top 10 FAQs
Here's a list of our ten most frequently asked questions. Frequently Asked Questions -x- --- 1. Why do some items have shipping restrictions? Well, you see, some places (states, even countries) just won’t allow certain ingredients to be imported. In those situations, we’ll simply remove any such items from your order. And don’t worry—you won’t get charged for ‘em. Read more on shipping restrictions. --- 2. When will I receive my order with standard shipping and fast delivery? Your standard...
06/11/25 •
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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
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What is Turmeric and What are the Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is a plant in the same botanical family as ginger. It’s native to southern Asia, but turmeric is grown in a few other warm, humid climates around the globe. Like ginger, it’s the tuberous shoots (rhizomes) of the plant that are used in foods and health supplements. The powdered turmeric you find in the spice aisle is made by boiling, drying and finely grinding the roots of the turmeric plant. Most people think of turmeric as the “curry spice”...
07/10/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Sleep Better with Trendworthy Sleep Essentials
Do you look forward to 6am? Many of us may never look forward to early mornings, no matter how much sleep we get! But early-riser or not, there are plenty of things you can do to sleep better, so you can wake up rested and with more energy to tackle your day. If you tap snooze a million times and trudge through your mornings feeling low on energy, we’re talking to you! Always feeling tired definitely doesn’t help you perform...
05/04/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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50 Ways to Use Coconut Oil to Better Your Life
You’ve probably heard many good things about coconut oil, since there is plenty of research backing up its benefits for your body inside and out, but you may have heard some bad things too, which might seem confusing. So, let’s talk about the benefits of coconut oil, how to use it in your kitchen, your beauty routine and beyond, and why some people don’t agree that it deserves a place in your pantry. What are the Benefits of Coconut Oil?...
12/11/18 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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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
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How to Make Turmeric Paste
Seeing turmeric everywhere recently? It’s popping up in some surprising places–from turmeric lattes at our favorite coffee shops to turmeric cake recipes, turmeric yogurt, turmeric mocktails, and it’s even trending as an ingredient for face masks! It might seem like just a fad, but turmeric is one health trend that is here to stay, and it has actually been here all along. Turmeric has been used for over 4,000 years to nurture wellness, both inside and out.1 Ayurveda practitioners as...
12/31/20 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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11 Essential Fall Health Tips for Everyone
Ahh, autumn. We just love this time of year. As much as we enjoy the warm, sunny days of summer, who can deny the wonders of fall? Time to unpack your sweaters, break out the pumpkin spice, and prepare for the cooler temps to come. Cold weather prep also means taking better care of you, so while you're prepping for fall and the upcoming holiday season, add the 11 health tips below to your autumn to-do list and everyday wellness...
10/24/18 • 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
