Supplements

This resource is here to help you better understand the role of supplements in supporting your health. Supplements can be useful when your body needs additional nutrients that you may not be getting from food. 

However, they are not a substitute for a well-balanced diet.

In this resource, you’ll find information on:

1. A Natural Medicine Cabinet (everyday items to keep on hand + natural swaps for common OTC meds)
2. A Supplement Toolbox Matrix (what to reach for in different situations like flu, sleep issues, or muscle pain)
3. A Supplement Resource Library (details on individual supplements, all in one place) 

Check back often. This resource is constantly being updated. 

In the Supplement 101 lesson, you will learn basics about supplements. 

This lesson includes:

• How to Read Supplement Labels: Understand the key information on supplement labels, including active ingredients, dosages, and other essential details.
• Selecting Quality Supplements: Learn how to identify high-quality supplements and avoid low-quality or potentially harmful products.

What are probiotics, prebiotics and enzymes? 

Why do I need them? 

How do I get them? 

Find out in this eLearning lesson.

Functional Nutrition aims to supply your body with essential nutrients and vitamins primarily through food rather than supplements, whenever feasible. This eLearning lesson serves as a valuable resource, presenting a compilation of vitamins and nutrients that you might have been advised to augment, along with recommendations on food sources to enhance their intake.