Vitamins/Minerals
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Why Multivitamins?
Learn why a multivitamin is a daily staple of a healthy nutrition regimen — even if you eat a mostly healthy diet.
How to Make Sure You’re Consuming Enough Dietary Iron
Here are some of the top sources of iron-rich foods — for meat-eaters as well as vegetarians and vegans.
All About LTH: The Story of Life Time’s Nutritional Supplement Line
Learn about the story of Life Time’s nutritional line and how it’s evolved over the past two decades — including the evolution to its rebranding as LTH.
Are You at Risk for Low Iron?
Iron deficiency can lead not only to anemia, but to brain fog, fatigue, and restless legs syndrome.
I’m New to Supplementation — Where Should I Start?
A beginner’s guide to the supplements that can form a solid nutritional foundation.
Everything You Need to Know About Iron
Iron is an essential mineral — yet too many of us aren’t getting enough. Here’s how to check your iron levels, as well as how to boost them.
Should Kids Be Taking Supplements?
A registered dietitian (and mom!) offers considerations and guidance around supporting kids’ nutrient status.
How Does Magnesium Support Muscle Health?
This key mineral helps with muscle protein synthesis and more.
Why Do You Need Electrolytes for Hydration?
Our bodies need electrolytes for a variety of reasons, but perhaps most importantly, because they help keep us hydrated and direct water where it needs to go inside the body.
Why Supplement With a Greens Powder?
A greens powder supplement is one straightforward way to up your intake of a variety of veggies and fruit.
Why Magnesium Is Crucial for Your Health
This mineral is one of the most critical nutrients in your diet. Are you getting enough?
What Are the Benefits of L-Theanine?
This amino acid can mitigate the effects of stress in several ways, according to research. Here’s how.
Expert Answers: Do You Need Sodium for Hydration?
How this mineral is involved in the body’s hydration process.
2 Refreshing Electrolyte Mocktail Recipes
The inclusion of electrolytes in these mocktails provides you with an extra hydration boost.
How Fiber Supports Healthy Skin
Here’s why fiber is a powerful ally for your skin’s health.
How Collagen Supports Healthy Skin
From dietary sources to supplements, discover how collagen supports skin health.
How Fatty Acids Support Healthy Skin
Essential fatty acids can help prevent “leaky skin,” which can lead to dry skin, acne, and eczema.
How Carotenoids Support Healthy Skin
Carotenoids, the vibrant pigments found in plants, provide protection for your skin against harmful UV rays, premature aging, and dryness. Discover which foods are rich in carotenoids and what to look for in topical treatments.
How Vitamin C Supports Healthy Skin
Learn how this powerful antioxidant can protect and maintain your skin’s health
Why Your Body Needs Zinc and How to Maximize Intake
Zinc is a key mineral for immunity, mood regulation, and more. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
Ask the Dietitians: Your Nutrition Questions, Answered
Is there an ideal diet? Do I need to be taking supplements? What should I eat before and after exercising? Life Time dietitians Anika Christ, RD, and Samantha McKinney, RD, join us to answer the most common nutrition questions they hear from members — including these and more