Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

Don't take your vitamin C intake for granted

Dr. Neal Barnard gives us the deets on vitamin D

Is there a difference between generic and brand name? Do you even really need to take one at all? We've got answers.

Heal and recharge your body, reach your full potential, and become the best version of yourself—all with the help of mushrooms.

We've highlighted four key research-supported supplements that, as a vegan (or vegetarian), you may not have considered before.

When the sniffles and sneezes won't subside, here are nine supplements that may boost your defenses

As healthy as a vegan diet may be, certain nutrients may be hard to get enough of. Here's what to do.

Probiotics are essential for gut health and overall well-being, prebiotics help “feed” probiotics. By pairing them together, you can achieve an even better result.

Yes, it’s possible to build muscle and strength with plant-based protein.

Protein powder is a good way to meet your protein intake. But what if dairy isn’t your thing? Here’s what to look for in a plant-based protein powder.

Cannabidiol is being used in everything from topical creams to daily supplement pills. But even though CBD has been used as a medicinal cure for thousands of years around the world, it’s still shrouded in mystery. We tell you what it is — and what it isn't.

Sorry, vampires

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What vegetarians should know about vitamin D.

It used to be that when you had a stomachache, you’d reach for the Pepto, or maybe a cup of peppermint tea. Today, you might consider popping a probiotic.

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Turmeric is widely used in Indian cooking, giving curry its distinctive yellow hue.

CoQ10, an energy-boosting nutrient that declines with age, is proving to be a wonder supplement for everything from better heart function to inflammation reduction to sky-high energy levels.

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The omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA support brain and heart function, maintain vision, improve mood, and control inflammation. Here's what to look for (and what to avoid) when shopping for vegetarian supplements.

Discover 5 nutrient-boosters every vegan and vegetarian should know.

There's more to this salubrious seed than a pop culture reference

The root that lends its flavor to everything from ginger ale to exotic curries is one of the world's oldest medicines

The "stinking rose" is blooming with health benefits