Health Supplements
How Much Fiber Per Day is Best?
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Fiber is an important part of any diet, but many people don’t consume enough of it on a daily basis. How much is best? This post helps you break it down. What Does Fiber Do? Fiber is ...
What is Psyllium Husk?
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. In the nutrition world, psyllium husk has become popular as a dietary fiber supplement. Let’s explore the potential benefits, how it works in the body, and the best ways to incorporate it into your daily routine. What ...
Soluble vs. Insoluble Fiber: What’s the Difference?
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Dietary fiber comes in two main types—soluble and insoluble—each with distinct roles in the body. Understanding these differences can help optimize fiber intake for better overall health. Soluble Fiber: The Gel-Forming Fiber Soluble fiber dissolves in water, ...
What Is Magnesium?
Pop quiz: What do chocolate, spinach, and quinoa have in common? These ingredients are all sources of magnesium, a mineral that helps regulate everything from nerve function to blood pressure. Although it’s abundant in many foods, up to 68% of American adults don’t meet the recommended daily intake, so it’s worth taking a closer look ...
Do You Need More Iron? Answering Your Iron Questions With Floradix
The folks behind Floradix have been using traditional herbal knowledge and modern scientific expertise for generations to provide convenient, safe, and effective herbal products to help people live healthier lives. Their liquid iron supplements are tried-and-true remedies made with the belief that nature provides what is needed to heal our bodies, minds, and spirits. We ...
What are Omega-3 Fatty Acids? Benefits, Food Sources, Supplements, and More
Not so long ago, many people feared eating fats. “Healthy fats” weren’t yet a coveted nutritional powerhouse — and in fact, you’d be more likely to seek out “low-fat” and even “fat-free” labels on foods in an effort to eat well. Today, we know that fats are essential for optimal health, and in the wide ...
What Are Probiotics, and How Do They Work?
If you’re like most people, you’ve likely given some thought to your gut health. Maybe you notice some bloating after eating certain foods, brain fog after a heavy meal, or the occasional bout of constipation when you travel. On your journey toward better gut health, you’ll pretty quickly come across recommendations for probiotics. They may ...
11 High Blood Sugar Symptoms, Plus Tips for Boosting Metabolic Health
If the mention of blood sugar makes you think of an elderly relative pricking their finger with a glucose monitor, it’s a common connection to make. (In 2020, 26% of adults over 65 had diabetes.) But high blood sugar isn’t just a concern for diabetics. This wellness marker is important to monitor at every age, ...
Build a Sustainable Supplement Routine, Starting With These Three New Chapter Essentials
How important is sustainability when it comes to choosing your supplements? And with that in mind, how can you build a personalized supplement routine that’s not only good for you, but also better for the planet? Brands like New Chapter deeply consider the environmental impact behind sourcing each of their products. We spoke to Charlotte ...
How to Choose the Best Supplements
Supplements might be our partners in health, but with so many options it can be complicated to figure out which ones your body might truly benefit from and where to find them. That’s where Thrive Market comes in. Whether you’re looking for letter vitamins or adaptogenic herbs, we have strict standards to make sure you ...
Common Pet Allergy Symptoms + Medicine and Supplements to Support Your Furry Friend
Just like their human companions, dogs and cats can suffer from allergies too. Whether it’s seasonal itchiness in the summer heat, year-round food sensitivities, or a coat that needs extra TLC, this guide breaks down how to help pets with allergies, including some of the most common symptoms to look out for, plus natural remedies ...
Spirulina vs. Chlorella
From mineral rich lakes to fresh water sources, we’re going deeper with two aquatic ingredients: spirulina and chlorella. Both of these superfood algae are highly nutritious and easy to incorporate into your diet—we’ll show you how. What Is Spirulina? Spirulina—technically classified as a cyanobacteria—is a spiral-shaped algae known for delivering nutrients like manganese, B-vitamins, zinc, ...
Need Some CBD Clarity? Our Guide for Choosing the Best Hemp Supplements
If it feels like the CBD carousel keeps spinning, that’s probably because it is. These days, there are so many new hemp products hitting shelves it’s hard to keep up, which is why we vet the most innovative, eco-friendly, and nontoxic brands. This comprehensive guide has everything you need to choose the best hemp supplements ...
Organic India’s Ashwagandha: Benefits & Background
Ashwagandha comes in many forms—from teas to supplements—all promising to help alleviate stress, rejuvenate your mind, and (just maybe) help you sleep better at night. Sounds like quite the super-herb, right? We’re diving into the details of this adaptogenic plant today with the help of ORGANIC INDIA. Learn what ashwagandha is, its many benefits, and ...
How to Boost Your Immune System for Fall
The arrival of autumn brings changing leaves, fuzzy sweaters, spiced treats, and all that is cozy. Unfortunately, it’s also when sniffles, sore throats, fevers, and coughs start making the rounds. As America prepares for a cold and flu season exacerbated by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, immune system health is top of mind for many.
Collagen Recipes with our Two New Flavors
It’s official: Thrive Market members are collagen obsessed. We can’t say this comes as a big surprise—after all, this collagen supplement dissolves easily into smoothies and lattes while delivering ample protein, and it’s known for giving your skin, nails, and hair a radiance boost, too. Whether you’re new to this promising powder or already a ...
13 Foods and Supplements to Support the Immune System
Keeping colds at bay is an ongoing challenge, so we rounded up the best foods and supplements to help support your immune system. Whether you’re looking to clean up your diet with fresh produce picks or need a new multivitamin, keep reading for everything you’ll need.
Why MegaFood Launched the Soil Carbon Initiative
It’s time to write a new story for the future of American farmland. “Our soils are depleted, and industrial farming has left them dead,” says Sara Newmark, vice president of social impact at supplement brand MegaFood. “As a living organism, soil draws down carbon through photosynthesis and delivers nutrients back into the plant. It’s a ...
Prenatal Care: Top Tips and Products
The months that lead up to the arrival of a new baby can bring all sorts of questions. But what do you really need to stay well during pregnancy and into the fourth trimester? Our guide rounds up the prenatal vitamins, balms, supplements, and other essentials you’ll want to have on hand as well as ...
Best Baby Probiotics for Your Little One
One scientific explanation of probiotics describes them as “live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.” For a more poetic definition, turn to the word’s Greek origins. From the root words “pro” (meaning promoting) and “biotic” (meaning life), this ancient language elevates probiotics into a life-affirming supplement many ...
Video: 2 Recipes for Citrusy Hemp Extract Gummies
Hello, hemp! The Thrive Market line of Kentucky-grown, pesticide-free full-spectrum hemp extract delivers phytocannabinoids, essential fatty acids, flavonoids, and terpenes in every dose. Our members have already shared the unique ways they use it—like adding drops to smoothies and coffee creamers. Prep School host Megan Mitchell’s preferred delivery method? In homemade gummies! In this episode, ...
Cold + Flu Remedies: What We’re Stocking Up On
While it’s true that cold and flu season is often hard to avoid—especially when you work in an office, have kids in school, or simply interact with other people on a daily basis—there are steps you can take to stay well all season long. Even better? You can order everything you need to support your ...
What Can I Use Spirulina For? Try 3 Healthy Recipes
With its deep green hue and impressive nutritional profile (hello zinc, iron, and B vitamins), spirulina is a superfood algae worth adding to your diet. Stumped on how to start? On this episode of Prep School, Megan Mitchell walks us through three simple recipes—a vinaigrette, a rice bowl, and a breakfast yogurt—that’ll quickly turn you ...
Dairy-Free Recipe: How to Make the Best Chai Latte
When chai meets coconut milk, the result is luxe, cozy, and unexpectedly smooth — exactly how a perfect dairy-free chai latte should taste. On this episode of Prep School, Megan Mitchell makes the best chai latte by combining spicy chai concentrate with creamy coconut milk and a touch of sweetener to create something both comforting ...