{"id":263134,"date":"2024-10-24T21:03:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T21:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/24\/are-my-supplements-working-expert-tips-from-a-nutritionist\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:10:45","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:10:45","slug":"are-my-supplements-working-expert-tips-from-a-nutritionist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/24\/are-my-supplements-working-expert-tips-from-a-nutritionist\/","title":{"rendered":"Are My Supplements Working? Expert Tips From a Nutritionist"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If your Instagram feed is anything like mine, must-try <\/em>supplements<\/a> are a revolving door. Quick fixes and miracle claims are constant<\/em>. But from vitamins and probiotics<\/a> to collagen powders<\/a> and adaptogens<\/a>, how do you know if your supplements are actually doing\u2026anything? More importantly, are they even necessary? Before you add to your supplement stash, take a pause (your wallet and well-being will thank you!). Let\u2019s assess whether or not your supplements are working. Plus, get the deets on exactly how to build a smarter, more personalized supplement approach. Time to turn confusion into clarity.<\/p>\n

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Edie is the founder of nutrition coaching business, Wellness with Edie. With her background and expertise, she specializes in women\u2019s health, including fertility, hormone balance, and postpartum wellness.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Why Nailing the Basics Matters<\/h2>\n

Supplements are meant to do exactly what their name suggests\u2014supplement<\/em> a healthy lifestyle. At the end of the day, no supplement can replace balanced nutrition<\/a>, regular exercise, quality sleep<\/a>, and stress management<\/a>. As a Nutrition Consultant<\/a>, I\u2019m no stranger to my clients using supplements as a shortcut to better health. But what prevails? A mix of disappointment and a wake-up call to the importance of foundational habits<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Healthy Habits to Prioritize<\/h2>\n

Once you\u2019ve nailed the basics, supplements can fill in the gaps. And although they can\u2019t do all<\/em> the heavy lifting, the right ones can enhance your vitality. But before you stock up on pills and powders, prioritize a strong framework (read: routine<\/a>) for health.<\/p>\n

Embrace a Food-First Approach<\/h3>\n

Did you know the body absorbs nutrients more efficiently from food than from supplements? Therefore, the goal is to focus on whole, nutrient-dense ingredients! And make sure you\u2019re eating enough<\/em><\/a>. Ultimately, the more (natural) colors<\/a> you eat, the wider the array of vitamins and minerals you\u2019re getting. Aim for a diet rich in:<\/p>\n