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What Vitamins and Minerals to Take Together vs. Separately

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How vitamins and minerals interact

By Dr. Josh Axe When we eat a meal that contains a mix of different nutrients, our bodies absorb vitamins and minerals in various amounts depending on the exact concoction that we’ve eaten. That’s because nutrients interact with each other, sometimes in complex ways. Certain vitamins and minerals — whether eaten in food or take in supplement form— are capable of enhancing how well other nutrients are absorbed. But some combinations work against one another and can block absorption.  Vitamins and mineral interactions can be a bit confusing, but it’s useful to understand how different types affect one another because...

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Vitamins & Minerals Differences (and Which Ones You May Not Be Getting Enough from Your Diet)

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Vitamins vs. minerals

By Dr. Josh Axe If you look at the nutrition label on any multivitamin supplement, you’ll probably see a long list of nutrients, including both vitamins and minerals. But do you need all vitamins and minerals? Or are some types more important than others? When it comes to vitamins vs. minerals in your diet and supplement routine, there are some differences; however, both of these groups contain “essential” nutrients.   This means we must get both vitamins and minerals from outside sources (foods or supplements) since our bodies can’t make them on their own. Below we’ll look at the major differences between...

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20 Best Supplements for Women

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Best supplements for women

By Dr. Josh Axe Experts believe that many women, including those of reproductive age and post-menopausal women, come up short on at least one type of essential nutrient in their diets.  This is where supplements can come in handy, as they fill in the gaps in women's diets and help support functions such as healthy energy levels, skin health, healthy immune system function and restful sleep. What are the best vitamins for women, to take, plus minerals, fats and other nutrients that are most beneficial? Below we’ll cover the 20 best supplements for women to add to their routine, plus...

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Best Vitamins and Supplements for Vegetarians

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Best vegetarian supplements

By Jill Levy Vegetarian diets tend to supply a variety of important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, especially fiber, magnesium, potassium and vitamin C. They may also be relatively low-calorie diets compared to diets that include more processed foods, which is why they are often associated with healthy weight management. That being said, any diet that excludes food groups — such as meat, dairy and fish — runs the risk of contributing to a low intake of certain nutrients. Supplements can be a beneficial addition to a vegetarian diet because they help ensure that you’re meeting your needs for specific nutrients,...

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Best 11 Supplements and Vitamins for Energy

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Best energy supplements and vitamins

By Dr. Josh Axe It’s not uncommon to feel that wave of a lack of energy in the afternoon, leaving you drinking that late cup of coffee or reaching for that sugary treat. But there’s likely a reason why your body falls into a slump during the day and some supplements may be able to help. The best vitamins and supplements for energy help to support cognitive health, retain focus and maintain healthy levels of micronutrients. These natural energy boosters don’t rely on caffeine for a temporary fix. Instead, they help to replenish your body so that it can thrive...

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