6 “Unsung Heroes” to Look For In Your Multivitamin

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? People take multivitamins for many reasons, but a primary motivation is to fill gaps where diet is either lacking, or the body can’t absorb the necessary nutrients. You’re […]

5 Plants That Could Support Your Immune Health

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Immune health is a hot topic, but what exactly does it mean to have a healthy immune system? It doesn’t mean that we never feel a bit under […]

Kintsugi – a powerful visual metaphor for living

Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using gold or silver lacquer, resulting in a unique piece that does not hide the damage but instead highlights any cracks and imperfections. Dating back to the 15th century in Japan, it became a common practice among samurai and nobility, who prized the unique beauty […]

The Impacts of Heavy Metal Toxicity

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? If you have any of the following symptoms, then heavy metal toxicity could be adversely affecting your health: Tremors Headaches Infertility Mental “fogginess” Anxiety and depression Deteriorating eye […]

7 Environmental Determinants of Health & Their Impact

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? From your genetics and family health history to your diet and lifestyle, your body is a mix of internal processes and external influences that add up to your […]

Wild Blueberries Derive Antioxidant Benefits from Alaska’s Tundra and Rainforests

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Blueberries, a delicious whole food, are rich in nutrients from vitamins (like C and K) and minerals (like manganese) to various polyphenolic compounds. The multiple health benefits of […]

Zinc & Mental Health: An Expert Series

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? As a vital trace mineral, zinc is required for numerous functions throughout the body. And while its immune-supporting benefits are often highlighted, zinc is also critical for brain […]

Exercise and the Gut Microbiome: 6 Things You Should Know

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Inside our digestive tracts lives trillions of microbes – the tiniest organisms of bacteria, archaea, fungi, viruses, parasites, and more – that are much too small to be […]

Low Glycemic Index Diet

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Perhaps your doctor or another trusted individual has recommended you start a low glycemic index diet. Perhaps you have been struggling with your mood, weight, cholesterol, or blood […]

Low GI Butter Beans Recipe!

Low Glycemic Butter Beans Whether you’re just starting out on a low-glycemic diet, or you’ve been on it so long choosing low-glycemic foods feels like second nature, it never hurts to try a new recipe. Here we have an easy, comforting weeknight dinner addition for your go-to low glycemic index recipes. It delivers the creamy […]

NAC Benefits for Liver & Lung Health

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Most of us are familiar with essential nutrients such as the B vitamins, vitamin D, zinc, and calcium. But there are many other nutrients that support the normal […]

What is L-Theanine

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? At Thorne, we’ve noticed an uptick in interest in L-theanine. If you’re wondering, “Just what is L-theanine?” then read on. This blog will help answer your questions “what […]

What Are Digestive Enzymes?

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Enzymes help the body’s reactions happen easier and faster than if the enzymes weren’t present. While we have enzymes enabling chemical reactions throughout the cells of our bodies, […]

How to Get Healthy Hair from the Inside Out

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? When we think of our hair, we often think of it as an accessory – something that can be straightened, curled, and cut to fit with the latest […]

Product Quality: Thorne’s Defining Characteristic

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? If you’re a long-time Thorne customer, then you probably know we’re obsessed with quality. From sourcing the purest ingredients in their most effective forms, to investing in clinical […]