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Can Coconut Oil Boost Thyroid Function? (VIDEO)

Monday, May 14, 2012 by Lee Swanson

Dear Friends and Valued Customers:

The video here, from iHealthTube.com, features Dr. Bruce Fife. Dr. Fife is the foremost authority on coconut oil. A licensed naturopath and certified nutritionist, he is the author of The Coconut Oil Miracle, The Coconut Lover’s Cookbook, and many more titles that enlighten readers about a variety of dietary practices that enhance health and well-being.

This brief video, just under 2 minutes, explains how coconut oil can be employed to promote optimal...

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Spring Cleaning for Your Body

Sunday, May 6, 2012 by Health Tips

 

Daily Health Tips update for May 6:

It’s important to give your liver and digestive system a rest once in a while by cutting out irritants like meats, processed foods, dairy, sugar, alcohol, caffeine and gluten in favor of detoxifying liquids and raw, whole foods. So, after a long winter of stockpiling carbs, heavy meats and possibly a little too much alcohol, spring is the perfect time to kick your body into high gear and rid yourself of the toxins you’ve accumulated with a cleanse. If you’ve...

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Why Don't You List Expiration Dates on Supplements?

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 by Vitamins and Supplements FAQs

Swanson Health Products uses a date of manufacture (the date the product in the bottle was produced) rather than an expiration date for its dietary supplement products.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the agency that oversees the manufacture and labeling of dietary supplements, does not require an expiration date on dietary supplements but requires that if one is used, it must be supported by stability testing data. However, as these regulations are still evolving, FDA has yet to define...

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4 Benefits of Lysine Supplements

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 by Health Tips

Daily Health Tips update for May 1:

You’ve heard of lysine and have probably even seen it in the vitamin aisle, but what the heck is it and what can it do for you? Lysine is an essential amino acid, which means we need it, but it’s not found in our bodies naturally, so we have it get it from sources like meat, fish, eggs, avocados, nuts and dairy products. We usually manage to get enough of it to keep ourselves healthy, but here are four interesting benefits that might make you...

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Reasons Why I Love Swanson Vitamins

Saturday, February 18, 2012 by Customer Reviews and Stories

Where do I begin!!?? I shopped for years at an expensive health food store near where I live. I was always sick when I left there because of the amount of money I spent... but I loved knowing I was getting quality vitamins/supplement... A friend recommended Swansons and boy am I glad she did! The products are top notch, the shipping is amazingly fast and I LOVE being able to read actual customer reviews before purchasing... Something you definitely don't get from a store. I was hesitant at first...

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Everyone Needs to Shop Swanson's.

Saturday, February 18, 2012 by Customer Reviews and Stories

I was one of those people who bought their vitamins at the nearest grocery store or retailer. I thought I was doing myself a favor by taking vitamin/herbal supplements. Little did I know there are a lot of low quality supplements out there. Then a friend told me about Swanson's Health Products. WOW. What a difference in how I feel today from way back when. I constantly lecture people on spending their money wisely when it comes to vitamin supplements. Swanson's Vitamins actually save me money...

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How I Got Started with Swansons!

Saturday, February 18, 2012 by Customer Reviews and Stories

Someone who worked with my husband gave him a bottle of Noni tablets to help him start to recoup after colon surgery. I had recently had heart surgery and wanted to start taking daily supplements. I saw the company name on the bottle and asked for a brochure and started to order.....also passed the info on to my sisters and others. Swansons provides fast delivery! I take about 6 supplements per day so I'm glad I found Swansons. Their prices beat any health food stores or drug stores in my area!

Na...

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Swanson Saved My Sanity

Saturday, February 18, 2012 by Customer Reviews and Stories

It all started the year after I graduated high school, I was mostly trouble free in the health department until then. I was stricken with horrible skin, dozens of red marks and horrible acne in particular during my senior year of high school, which caused me an immense amount of personal pain, and social anxiety. I resorted to a radical solution for my problem, which came in the form of Accutane. Accutane is a very powerful acne drug, with more than a handful of major possible side effects. I...

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My Top 5 Reasons Why I Love Working at SHP

Friday, February 10, 2012 by Kayla M
1. I get to preview products before they hit the web.
One of the perks of being a writer is that I get to see every new product and brand we’re bringing in before customers are able to purchase them online. While writing the copy that appears on the item detail page, I’m able to learn about them and find ones I want to try. Kayla the Cook!

2. I get to pretend I know how to cook when working on our cooking videos.
I don’t cook. I don’t bake. And I don’t try new foods. So how I wound up on the team that makes...Read More »

5 Healthy, Practical Gifts for Christmas (or any special occasion)

Saturday, December 3, 2011 by Ben H
Organic Spice PackIt’s that time of year again! Time to hang your Christmas lights, bake some treats and get to work on your holiday shopping list. We here at Swanson Health Products encourage you to consider giving practical gifts this year; gifts that can have a positive impact on your family and friends’ health and wellness.

  1. Organic Food Gift Baskets: Make up a gift basket of your favorite healthy foods from SwansonVitamins.com. Our prices are better than your local health food store (and we have a better...
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