If you’re hitting the gym or eating more plant-based meals, adding supplements to your routine is an easy way to celebrate that well-tuned machine in a whole new way. Below, we’ve broken down what you need to know about taking supplements, including combos for every wellness goal.
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What Are Supplements?
Supplements are just that — supplements, not replacements. Paired with a balanced diet, they can help keep the body strong and well by supporting the functions of your muscles, brain, digestion and more. Supplements come in tablet, capsule, chewable, powder and liquid form, so it’s easy to find what works best for you.
Our Favorite Supplement Routines
What’s your wellness journey? Whether you’re fueling up for a workout, looking to boost your self-care or trying to stay well, we can help. Check out these supplement combinations that we love.
Basic Supplements
These supplements can fit into most self-care routines. From trusty multivitamins to gut-friendly probiotics, this well-rounded bunch provides an easy way to power up your wellness.
Our picks:
- Multivitamins
- Essential fatty acids
- Probiotics
- Plant-based protein powders
Workout Supplements
Going for a run or trying a new workout? Sports nutrition supplements such as pre-workout energizers, hydration tablets and protein powders can help fuel your workout sessions and support recovery after.
Our picks:
- Plant-based protein powders
- Hydration tablets
- Pre-workout energy
- Post-workout recovery
Digestive Support Supplements
Digestion-friendly supplements help to play a role in gut health, and they may also help break down proteins, carbohydrates and fats in your body after meals. We like to call them “smooth operators.”
Our picks:
- Probiotics
- Fiber
- Prebiotics
- Digestive enzymes
- Aloe juice or gel
Holistic Wellness Supplements
Say cheers to wellness year-round with these all-systems-go supplements. From vitamins to functional foods, there’s plenty to explore in this category, so we’ve narrowed down some of our favorites.
Our picks:
- Vitamin C
- Functional foods (seeds, green foods and super foods like mushrooms and golden milk)
- Wellness shots
- Mushrooms
- Black seed oil
Relaxation Support Supplements
Whether it’s a busy workweek or hectic schedules in general, chronic stress can wreak havoc on our overall well-being. Relax, these supplements can help bring out your happy face.
Our picks:
- Ashwagandha
- L-theanine
- Magnesium
- Functional foods (latte mixes and elixirs)
Supplements A to Z
From adaptogens to zinc, brush up on your supplement knowledge here to help you navigate our aisles with ease. Before you take any supplement, be sure to check the label carefully for instructions for how and when to take it.
Adaptogens
Adaptogens are associated with herbs and roots that have been used for centuries in ayurvedic practices as they are believed to help the body with stressors. Today, popular varieties include holy basil and ashwagandha. Adaptogens are more commonly found in capsules but can also be available in liquid and powder forms.
Our pick: Himalaya Herbal Healthcare Organic Ashwagandha Tablets
Collagen Protein
Many people look to collagen proteins to help support their skin, hair, nails, joints and more. Powder varieties are soluble in hot or cold liquids, including coffee, smoothies and even baked goods.
Our pick: Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides
Essential Fatty Acids
Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are believed to support your heart health, brain, joints and skin, and hair and nails. They’re only found in food (like salmon and chia seeds), supplements like fish oil and omega-3 capsules, or vegetarian sources such as algal oil.
Our pick: Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega-D3 Capsules
Fiber
Fiber helps maintain digestive regularity and supports healthy intestine functions. It’s naturally occurring in plant-based foods like leafy greens, beans and legumes. You can also find it in capsule, powder and gummy form.
Our pick: 365 by Whole Foods Market Fiber Gummies and Powders
Functional Foods
These super-nutritious foods are known for their nutrient-dense qualities — think chia seeds, turmeric powder, mushrooms, spirulina, acai and more. Add them to your favorite smoothies overnight oats or baking recipes.
Our pick: Amazing Grass Organic Green Superfood Powder
Multivitamins
Multivitamins are a long-standing go-to for good reason — they can help fill in for nutrients that might be missing from your food intake. Look for our multivitamins formulated specifically for women and men.
Our pick: New Chapter Every Woman One Daily Multivitamin
Kids’ Multivitamins
Kids’ multivitamins literally give children the ABCs they need: vitamin A, B vitamins, vitamin C, calcium, vitamin D — and even “E” for essential fatty acids. We’ve got kid-friendly tablets, powder packets, shake mixes, greens powders, liquids, gummies and chewables.
Our pick: SmartyPants Organic Kids and Toddler Multivitamin Gummies
Probiotics
Probiotics (aka good-for-you bacteria) can help to play an important role in digestion, supporting the immune system and intestinal health. Look for probiotics in tablet, powder and liquid form.
Our pick: Garden of Life Ultimate Care Raw Probiotic Vegetarian Capsules
Plant-Based Protein Powders
Plant-based protein powders offer an easy way to support muscles, joints and overall wellness. Find them in a variety of flavors from vanilla to salted caramel, so it’s easy to add them into smoothies, pancake batter and more.
Our pick: Vega ONE Organic French Vanilla Protein Powder
Mushrooms
Functional mushrooms are traditionally used to support wellness as an ingredient in dietary supplements. Varieties like reishi, chaga and lion’s mane can be found in supplement smoothie mixes, latte mixes, and in veggie and bone broth powders.
Our pick: Om Organic Mushroom Hot Chocolate Blend
Magnesium
An essential mineral, magnesium is associated with muscle and nerve function. In supplement form, magnesium is best suited for those who do not get adequate levels in their diet. It’s also naturally present in foods like avocados, nuts and leafy greens.
Our pick: Natural Vitality Calm Gummies
Vitamin C
This supercharged nutrient is connected to immune and brain function, it’s vital for connective tissue (such as collagen) formation and it may offer protective benefits for skin cells. Find it in capsules, oral sprays and immune support supplements.
Our pick: 365 by Whole Foods Market Vitamin C Tablets, Gummies and Liquid Drops
Wellness Shots
These potent shots deliver concentrated amounts of beneficial ingredients, making them a quick and easy solution when you’re on the go. Look for them in a variety of flavors from ginger to tart cherry.
Our pick: Vive Organic Wellness Shots
Zinc
This key nutrient plays a role in immune system support and skin health. We offer it in capsules, multivitamins, lozenges and immune support supplements. Zinc is also naturally present in meat, shellfish and legumes.
Our pick: Garden of Life Vitamin Code Raw Zinc Capsules
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