Vitamins and Supplements

Vitamins and supplements can play an important role in your overall health and wellbeing. But knowing when they are needed and how much to take can be confusing. Here you will find expert guidance on vitamins, minerals, and supplements so that you can make informed decisions about your nutritional needs.

Vitamin and Supplement Basics

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What Are the Effects of Daily Supplements on Your Health?

Benefits of Vitamins and Supplements

Health Benefits of Magnesium
Health Benefits of Magnesium

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Health Benefits of B6
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The 15 Best Fish Oil Supplements, According to a Dietitian
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Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin C Deficiency
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Lower Vitamin D Levels Linked to Increased Inflammation in Older Adults
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5 Health Benefits of Inositol
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What Is Thiamine?
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What Is Nitric Oxide?
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What Is NMN?
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The 10 Best Turmeric Supplements to Help Fight Inflammation, According to Experts
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Health Benefits of Cinnamon
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Health Benefits of Tongkat Ali
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Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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What to Know About L-Theanine
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Health Benefits of Vitamin C
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Common Signs and Symptoms of Iodine Deficiency
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What Is Creatinine—And What Can Creatinine Levels Reveal?
Best Zinc Supplements
The 7 Best Zinc Supplements, According to a Dietitian
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What Is Oil of Oregano?
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Study: Vitamin D Supplements May Help Reduce Risk of Heart Attack in Older People
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What is Berberine?
Best Magnesium Supplements of 2023
The 9 Best Magnesium Supplements, According to a Dietitian
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Health Benefits of L-Arginine
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Health’s Dietary Supplement Methodology
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Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency
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Berberine Dubbed 'Nature's Ozempic' on Social Media—But Is the Supplement Safe?
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What Is NAC Supplement?
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Taking a Daily Multivitamin May Help Slow Memory Loss in Older Adults
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What Is Ginkgo Biloba?
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Health Benefits of Lemon Balm
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What Is Folic Acid?
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Is It Safe to Take Collagen Supplements Every Day?
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What Is Bromelain?
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What Is Flaxseed Oil?
B12 Supplements
The 7 Best B12 Supplements, According to a Dietitian
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Should You Ingest Colloidal Silver?
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What Is Horny Goat Weed?
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Health Benefits of Biotin
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Health Benefits of Ginseng
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What Is GABA?
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What Is Black Cohosh?
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Health Benefits of Psyllium Husk
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Health Benefits of Maca Root
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Health Benefits of Melatonin
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Health Benefits of Ashwagandha
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What to Know About Black Seed Oil
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What Is Protein Powder?
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The Top Health Benefits of Stinging Nettle
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Health Benefits of Mugwort
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Health Benefits of Wormwood
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Health Benefits of Lysine
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Health Benefits of Lecithin
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Health Benefits of Evening Primrose Oil
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What Are The Benefits of Collagen Supplements?
A woman sits on her couch while taking a supplement with water
Health Benefits of Valerian Root
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Health Benefits of Chlorophyll
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Health Benefits of Milk Thistle
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Melatonin Overdose Symptoms in Children
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More Americans Are Taking Melatonin Than Ever Before—Despite Potential Health Risks
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