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17 blog articles for 'sunscreen'
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You're Probably Deficient in this Essential Vitamin!
Vitamin D is an essential part of maintaining your overall health and wellness, yet most people don’t realize how important it really is. Almost all of us have probably had suboptimal levels of this fat-soluble nutrient at one point or another, as much of the global population fails to achieve adequate vitamin D status, a situation which can mean increased risk of certain health challenges.1 With these numbers in mind, here are the three time-tested ways to increase your body's...
08/04/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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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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How to Get More Vitamin D
Here are the three time-tested ways to increase your body's vitamin D levels: Sunlight The most common and natural way to soak up vitamin D is via your body's largest organ: your skin! How much vitamin D you’re actually being exposed to (and soaking in) from the sun can vary greatly, though, depending on the time of day, your skin's pigmentation, your geographical location and whether or not you've applied sunscreen. Food Food is another way to ensure you’re getting...
03/03/25 • Vitamins and Supplements Q&A
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10 Foods for Happy and Healthy Skin
We all know that our skin changes as we age. It loses firmness, radiance and suppleness. In addition to using creams, applying sunscreen and drinking lots of water, what else can you do to keep your skin healthy? Diet is extremely important. You probably already know that you should eat fruits and veggies, and maybe avoid dairy to keep your skin clear and radiant. But what foods out there actually help your skin stay firm? In the land of retinol...
07/23/24 • 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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Top 5 Supplements for Summer
When summer comes around, we look forward to longer days, warmer temperatures and outdoor activities. To make the most of this time, maintaining proper nutrition and hydration is as important as ever. While a well-balanced diet should always be a priority, seasonal changes can affect your body's nutrient levels and increase your need for certain supplements. Increased sun exposure, higher perspiration rates and shifts in outdoor activity can lead to deficiencies in key vitamins and minerals. Proper supplements for summer...
04/30/25 • Swanson Staff
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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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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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Healthy Brain Aging: Nutrients and Habits That Help You Stay Sharp
Support healthy brain aging with everyday habits, brain-friendly foods and key nutrients like omega-3s, B vitamins, choline and vitamin D.
03/10/24 • Swanson staff
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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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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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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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6 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism for Summer Fitness
There’s nothing like dusting off our summer wardrobes to get us motivated toward better health goals, right? It’s the perfect time to step up your fitness game. Use the momentum, set some goals and challenge yourself to start new, healthy habits that will get your health and fitness levels right where you want them. Sure, you know you’ll need to put in some work to reap the rewards, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Small changes can add up...
06/17/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Dynamic Duos: Top Pairs to Amplify Your Wellness
We all have those amazing friends who help us be our best self—and we do the same for them. But did you know that certain nutrients make dynamic duos too? Some supplements are complementary—they amplify the benefits of one another—and some are synergistic, meaning they work together to produce a benefit. Here are some top wellness pairings to try. 1. Turmeric + Black Pepper Turmeric and black pepper have plenty of amazing benefits to offer beyond tantalizing your taste buds,...
05/16/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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Dynamic Duos! Top Pairs to Amplify Your Wellness
We all have those amazing friends who help us be our best self—and we do the same for them! But did you know that certain nutrients make dynamic duos too? Some supplements are complementary—they amplify the benefits of one another—and some are synergistic, meaning they work together to produce a benefit. Here are some top wellness pairings to try. 1. Turmeric + Black Pepper Turmeric and black pepper have plenty of amazing benefits to offer beyond tantalizing your taste buds,...
02/20/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
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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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The 9 Best Supplements for Women
Women have a lot of options for meeting their nutritional needs. So many, in fact, that it can get a little overwhelming to figure out what your body truly needs to stay healthy. And to make it even more complicated, clever marketing and hidden, proprietary ingredients can make some vitamins and supplements seem unique when they really aren’t unique at all. Self-care doesn’t need to be complicated. Let’s simplify your wellness routine by taking a look at the top nine...
08/06/24 • Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
