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The Health Benefits of Glutamine
This amino acid promises much — for mind, muscle and immunity. Can taking glutamine really help you?
What You Need to Know About Vitamin C
This essential nutrient supports nearly every aspect of health.
All About B Vitamins
The ultimate in well-connected catalysts, B vitamins work together to trigger critical biochemical reactions throughout your entire body.
Zinc: The Mineral You Didn’t Know You Needed
Zinc may be a micromineral, but its impact on your body is major. Learn nine ways it impacts your health and how to optimize your levels.
Low Vitamin-D Levels Linked to Increased COVID-19 Death Risk
Coach Sam breaks downs the findings of a recent study that looked at the connection between this vital vitamin and the novel coronavirus.
Quercetin: Health Benefits, Sources, Supplements, and Doses
Quercetin is one of the most potent polyphenols in plants — and it can support your skin, heart, and body composition.
High-Quality Multivitamins: Why You Need Them. How to Shop For Good Ones.
Wondering why you need a high-quality multivitamin? Or how to identify quality ones from the rest? Learn about the power of this supplement in this guide.
Vitamin D: Deficiency Symptoms and Benefits of Supplementation
As many as four out of five people in the United States may have less than optimal vitamin D levels, yet this critical supplement can have a profound impact on our health.
Essential Amino Acids: How to Choose and Use Them Wisely
If you can't get enough protein in your diet through food alone, you may want to consider supplementing with an amino acid.
Magnesium: Health Benefits and Best Ways to Supplement
Your body uses magnesium to help produce energy, regulate inflammation, and more — and many of us are deficient. Learn how to get enough of this crucial micronutrient.
Here’s What to Know About Vitamin K
Not getting enough Vitamin K is more common than you think. Here’s how to increase the amount of vitamin K1 and vitamin K2 in your diet.
How to Optimize Your Calcium Intake
Here are five ways to maximize your calcium absorption.
How to Supplement With Calcium
Here are four tips to make sure you're getting the most out of your calcium supplements.
20 Calcium-Rich Foods
Trying to increase your calcium intake? Put down the glass of milk and try one of these 20 calcium-packed foods.
Are You Getting Enough Calcium?
This essential mineral is key to bone health and much more. Learn how to keep your calcium stores strong.
Salt’s Role in Blood Pressure and Heart Disease
Even if you have high blood pressure, experts say, salt may not be the culprit.
Is Salt Bad for You — Or Not?
Does restricting sodium intake cause more problems than it solves?
5 Tips to Supplement With Vitamin D
If you can't sufficiently raise your vitamin D levels with whole foods or sunshine, here are ways to supplement wisely.
Vitamin D: What You Need to Know
The sunshine vitamin supports hundreds of processes in your body. Learn why you may need more of it than you think.
The Omega Balance
A guide to understanding omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and how they influence your health.