2018 Essential Supplements Awards
When it comes to our health, nutritious food is the best medicine, and nature provides us with all that we need. Yet, even with the best of intentions, it can be challenging to consistently eat in such a way to achieve optimal health and radiant natural beauty.
The pace of life and constant stress further chips away at our ability to look and feel our best. Add to that the sheer number of available products in today’s marketplace, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
To help you meet your health goals this year, we’ve highlighted some products with effective ingredients for extra support.
Blood Sugar Balance
EuroPharma Terry Naturally Sucontral D is a clinically tested formula that delivers polyphenols from Hintonia latiflora. This herb has been shown to support glucose management and healthy insulin function in those with Type 2 diabetes.
Mushroom Wisdom SX-Fraction is a proprietary maitake mushroom extract with a research-based glycoprotein that decreases circulating blood glucose levels and supports healthy blood sugar levels.
Cold Relief
Quantum Health TheraZinc Oral Spray delivers a full dose of bioavailable zinc to your mouth and throat. Natural peppermint oil, menthol, and cherry bark extract soothe scratchiness while echinacea and elderberry bolster immunity.
Annoying, painful sore throat? REDD Remedies Throat Drops come to the rescue with a potent and powerful blend of throat-soothing herbs and pure essential oils. Cool Mint, Cherry, and Sweet Lemon flavors.
Digestion
American Health Dual-Action Enzyme Probiotic Complex combats gas and bloating with a blend of nine enzymes, 2 billion probiotic micro-organisms, and a fiber complex that aids in the digestion of protein, fats, and carbohydrates.
Enzymedica Digest Gold with ATPro battles heartburn, bloating, and gas by breaking down carbohydrates, fats, fiber, and protein with a blend of enzymes and ingredients that support the body’s natural digestion processes.
The Bacillus indicus bacteria in Just Thrive Probiotic & Antioxidant survive stomach acid to support digestion and immune function. The probiotic creates antioxidants such as alpha and beta carotene, lycopene, lutein, astaxanthin, and zeaxanthin, in the digestive system.
Wakunaga Kyo-Green Powdered Drink Mix Sprouts Blend Digestion is made of GMO-free, vegan, and gluten-free ancient grains, seeds, and grasses—including amaranth, flax, chia, barley grass, chlorella, and spirulina—that serve as a natural prebiotic for healthy digestion.
Joint Pain
Emerald Health Bioceuticals Endo Inflame reduces inflammation and pain with curcumin, boswellia, and organic hemp seed oil.
Genacol PLUS delivers hydrolyzed collagen and glucosamine to fight inflammation, relieve discomfort and stiffness, and reduce joint pain.
New Chapter Zyflamend Whole Body harnesses the synergistic power of 10 herbs—including Chinese skullcap, ginger, green tea, turmeric, and rosemary—that support the body’s inflammation response.
Youtheory Turmeric supports a healthy inflammation response with turmeric extract curcumin C3 complex formulated with a black pepper extract that promotes bioavailability and absorption for protection against free radical damage.
Men's Multivitamins
Natural Factors Whole Earth & Sea Pure Food Men’s Multivitamin & Mineral provides a full range of nutrients made from raw whole food. Many of the plants used in this product are grown on Natural Factors’ certified organic farms. Whenever possible, food sources such as sunflower (vitamin E), lichen (vitamin D3), and kelp (iodine) are used.
NOW Adam Softgels Superior Men’s Multi contains vitamins and minerals plus a full complement of male-friendly nutrients, including saw palmetto (prostate health), lycopene (anti-cancer antioxidant that strengthens eye and heart health), and CoQ10.
Omegas
Carlson Olive your Heart blends award-winning extra-virgin olive oil with Norwegian marine oil from deep, cold-water fish. Can be used on salads to easily obtain 1,480 milligrams of omega 3s in a delicious way, with no fishiness. Basil, lemon, garlic, and natural flavors.
Genesis Today Superfruit & Seed Oils Omega 3-6-7-9 offers vegan omega fatty acids from varied sources, including organic flaxseed, sacha inchi, sea buckthorn, coconut, and pumpkin seed oils. Supports cardiovascular, cognitive, and joint health.
Protein Powder
Ancient Nutrition Bone Broth Protein Powder delivers 20 grams of whole-food protein along with joint-soothing ingredients, including collagen, gelatin, glucosamine, and chondroitin.
Each serving of Garden of Life Organic Whey Protein Grass Fed Vanilla delivers 21 grams of protein. The USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified whey comes from pasture-raised, grass-fed cows that aren’t subjected to hormones or routine antibiotics. Two billion CFU probiotics support digestion.
Children
Life Line Foods Buried Treasure Liquid Nutrients Added Attention supports children’s learning with a whole-food liquid complex containing omega 3s, B vitamins, GABA, DMAE, and lemon balm. Gluten, yeast, and dairy free.
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega 2X Teen for ages 12 to 18 provides 1,120 milligrams of omega 3s from anchovies and sardines in easy-to-swallow, concentrated mini soft gels with natural strawberry flavor. Non-GMO Verified and tested by third-party experts for environmental toxins.
Protexin Bio-Kult Infantis helps relieve digestive issues ranging from constipation to antibiotic-induced diarrhea in babies, toddlers, and young children. Each sachet contains seven probiotic strains and 1 billion micro-organisms. Omega 3s and vitamin D3 offer added benefits.
§These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.