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154 blog articles for 'minerals'
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Magnesium: The Mineral You've Been Missing
In a world of busy schedules, multitasking and everyday stressors, this mind-soothing mineral may hold the key to keeping your cool no matter what comes your way. Magnesium helps calm your mind, boost your mood and relax your body so you can carry on with confidence.1,2 But that isn’t all magnesium is good for. It also supports energy production, healthy bones, muscle function, digestion and more.1,3 It may help you sleep better too! That might seem like a lot, but...
04/16/18 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Product Label Guide
1. This indicates the product name. 2. The standard of identity identifies the product as a dietary supplement, or a specific mineral, vitamin, herbal or standardized herbal supplement. 3. The container count specifies how much of the product is in the bottle. 4. The suggested use indicates our recommendation for taking this product. 5. The serving size indicates the recommended amount per serving. 6. The amount per serving indicates how much of each nutrient the body gets per recommended serving....
06/13/25 •
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Why magnesium is our most-loved essential.
This top-searched mineral supports more restful sleep, accelerated muscle recovery, and calm, focused energy. What's not to love?
02/24/26 •
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Is Vitamin K Potassium?
Sometimes the scientific designations for certain chemicals or nutrients can get a little confusing, especially if you aren’t fluent in German, Greek or Latin. But that’s okay, because we’re here to help you understand the benefits of many vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in order to make the best decisions for long term health and wellness. An example of a confusing designation for some is vitamin K and the mineral known as potassium. While both play an important role in...
07/10/23 • Swanson staff
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Easy Ways to Improve Your Hydration
Hot summer days can make it easy to get dehydrated, but proper hydration isn’t just something we should be thinking about when it’s hot. Did you know that you lose two and a half, to three cups of body fluid in a day just by living? And, if you're exercising in the heat or even just sweating from being outside, you can lose additional body fluid. As you lose body fluids, you also lose precious minerals and electrolytes needed to...
06/18/24 • Dr. Darrin Starkey
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Top Vitamins & Supplements for Bone Health
As we age, a key goal that we may prioritize is keeping our bodies strong and healthy. This goal can present itself in more than one way—some may focus more on their joint health, others on weight management and exercise. All good things, but sometimes we forget about our very foundation. Our bones provide the structure (or skeleton, literally) for our body—without them things might look a little...different. Keeping our bones strong over time is important for everyone, but sometimes...
04/07/24 • 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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5 Things You Didn't Know About Multivitamins
Getting all the nutrients you need from diet alone is harder than it sounds.1 Most of us simply don’t consume the sheer volume of fresh, whole foods we need to in order to provide 100% of the daily value for every vitamin and mineral. That’s why many people turn to a multivitamin to fill in the gaps. What they don’t realize is that the typical multivitamin may have downsides they’re not aware of. They’re Mostly Synthetic That long list of...
08/30/22 • Whole Earth & Sea Guest Post
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Top Potassium Food Sources & Potassium Health Benefits
Potassium is a mineral that's often paired with magnesium in supplement form, and for good reason. Potassium and magnesium are two of the most important electrolyte minerals utilized by the human body, and it’s important that you’re taking in enough of both to maintain the hundreds of bodily functions that require the two minerals. For more on magnesium, be sure to check out Magnesium Benefits and Uses. For now, however, let's take a closer look at the benefits and natural...
08/13/24 • Swanson staff
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What Are the Best Stress Management and Hormonal Health Supplements for Men?
To support stress management in men, some of the best supplements include B vitamins and adaptogens. For men’s hormonal health, adaptogens and B vitamins are also helpful, along with minerals like magnesium and zinc. Stress Management Supplementing with B vitamins may help combat the effects of the day-to-day stress that can deplete your body of certain nutrients.1 Maintaining optimal levels of B vitamins also benefits cognitive health and mood.1 For a powerful supply of daily B vitamins, try Swanson’s Super...
07/22/25 • Swanson Staff
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What is Bone Broth & What are the Benefits of Bone Broth
Bone broth is trending in the health and wellness world, with products showing up in our social media feeds, health food stores and in hip restaurants across the country. We’re drinking it out of mugs, adding bone broth collagen powder to smoothies and telling our friends how amazing it is—but do you know why? If you haven’t tried bone broth yet, you’re probably wondering what all the buzz is about. After all, isn’t bone broth just soup? Well, not quite....
03/03/22 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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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
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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
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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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Top Supplements for the Carnivore Diet
The carnivore diet is a meat-centric eating plan that emphasizes animal-based foods while eliminating plant-based ingredients.1 Followers typically consume only meat, fish, eggs and animal-derived products like bone broth and some dairy. While this approach can simplify food choices and offer certain health benefits, it can also lead to gaps in essential nutrients typically found in fruits, vegetables and grains. If you are concerned about carnivore diet deficiencies, you may be wondering: What supplements do I need to take on...
05/14/25 • Swanson Staff
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How to Keep Your Bones Healthy and Strong
How much do you know about your bones? Short of the fact that they make up your skeleton, you may not realize how important your bones are throughout your life. Bone health is an especially hot topic for women because they are much more likely to experience bone loss as they age.1 But don’t worry. We’ll tell you all about what you can do to maintain strong and healthy bones at any stage in your life! What Do Your Bones...
02/27/22 • Swanson Staff
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Top Supplements for Hair Health
If you’re noticing more strands in your hairbrush, you’re not alone. Hair thinning and slow growth are common concerns for both men and women, and they can stem from a wide range of causes—everything from stress, hormonal changes, nutrient deficiencies, aging and more.1 Even over-styling can impact the health and strength of your hair. Targeted supplements for hair can make a difference. By nourishing your body from within, the right blend of vitamins, minerals and botanical ingredients can help support...
05/14/25 • Swanson Staff
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The Surprising Immune Health Benefits of Pumpkin
Pumpkin provides beta-carotene, vitamin C and other nutrients that support normal immune function. Learn the benefits of pumpkin and pumpkin seeds.
08/24/20 • Amy Sunderman, MS, RD
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Your Complete Guide to Calcium Supplements
Calcium is a key mineral for supporting bone heath and many people choose to supplement with it.1 Similar to the many different types of magnesium supplements, there are numerous types of calcium to choose from... so how do you know that you’re taking the right type? Types of Calcium: Comparing the Best Calcium Supplement Forms When it comes to choosing a calcium supplement, there are several factors to consider, such as the amount of calcium it contains and how well your body can absorb...
04/14/24 • Medically reviewed by Patricia Weiser, PharmD
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Magnesium Glycinate Benefits for Sleep and Mental Wellness
Discover the benefits of magnesium glycinate for sleep, stress relief, and mental wellness. Learn how this highly absorbable form of magnesium supports relaxation, mood, muscle recovery, and overall health.
04/21/26 • Swanson Staff
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The Best Way to Simply Hydrate
Maintaining proper hydration is an excellent way to boost overall health and wellness in any season. For example, when you’re well hydrated, your body is better able to regulate its internal temperature. It also means more lubricated joints for smoother mobility and comfort. Hydration even plays a role in promoting a strong immune system and a positive mood and outlook in addition to helping you rest better at night.1 And that’s not all! When you’re well hydrated, you can enjoy...
08/07/24 • Swanson staff
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Vitamins for Immune System Support
Learn which nutrients support immune health, including C, D, zinc, and herbals, plus natural food sources and supplement tips.
06/03/26 • Swanson Staff
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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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Supplements to Promote Healthy Blood Sugar
Managing blood sugar levels naturally is a priority for millions of people who want to support their metabolic health. Whether you’re looking to maintain healthy glucose levels or complement your metabolic wellness routine, understanding which supplements have scientific backing can help you make informed decisions about your health journey. While diet and exercise are the best ways to help support healthy blood sugar, certain dietary supplements may offer additional support when used appropriately. We’ll explore the research behind the most...
09/03/25 • Swanson staff
