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Level Up With Our Favorite Drink Supplements

September 22, 2021

Supplements are a great way to add a little extra oomph to your diet. Not all supplements are created equal, though, so you have to choose the ones you decide to use carefully. It's always wise to do plenty of research into the ingredients and chat with your doctor before adding anything new to your regimen. I personally like finding supplements that I can either drink on their own or add to my smoothie or water bottle. I'm terrible at remembering to take vitamin pills during the day, but I never forget to sip water or drink my smoothie! Since there are so many supplement pills, drinks, and powders on the market, I've rounded up a few that I think give great results. This will provide you...

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Dietary Supplements to Support your Immune System

Julia Zakrzewski

April 21, 2021

Nutrition

With the 2019 coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, it’s especially important to understand that no supplement, diet, or other lifestyle modification other than physical distancing, also known as social distancing, and proper hygiene practices can protect you from COVID-19. Currently, no research supports the use of any supplement to protect against COVID-19 specifically. Before you take a supplement, consult with your health care provider to ensure it is a safe option for you. Some supplements may negatively interact with prescribed medications. Now more than ever, we are all focused on maintaining a vigorous immune system. Vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants are all supporting players that keep our immune system healthy. Consuming these nutrients through food in the diet is ideal. However, there are scenarios where certain food groups are missing...

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How to Find a Quality Supplement

Staff Editor

December 30, 2020

Nutrition

If you have ever tried to shop for a supplement — either in person or online — you are familiar with the anxiety-inducing amount of options you have to choose from. Which brand do you buy? Is it safe? How do you know this is a good product? With more than 80,000 products on the market, it's easy to get lost and overwhelmed in the sea of choices. This article will walk you through some simple steps to take to ensure you can find high-quality supplements that meet your specific health needs and goals. The Problems With Supplement Regulations In the US, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for checking a supplement’s label claims, evaluating any new dietary ingredient introduced into the market, inspecting manufacturing facilities,...

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Boost Your Body: 8 Supplements to Try

Joyce Huang

August 6, 2020

Nutrition, Top Picks

Getting in the right foods is essential to a healthy lifestyle. But we understand that it can be really hard getting in all of the recommended amounts of vitamins, protein, antioxidants, etc. Sometimes to help you get a complete diet, you’ll benefit from taking a supplement. Browse these recommendations to see if they’re a good fit for your lifestyle. Optimum Nutrition Platinum Hydro Whey, $39.99 If you find yourself lacking in protein, try adding a protein shake to your diet. This Platinum Hydro Whey caught our eyes when we found out Dwayne Johnson was a fan of it. Just one scoop equates to 30 grams of protein. We love how easily it dissolves in liquids. For best results, don’t use hot liquids with it. Nature Made Calcium...

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