Sarah Tuff Dunn

Breathe easier with these natural foods and herbs that will protect your lungs from harmful pollution and strengthen with anti-inflammatory properties.

This unsung gem of the supplement world might just be the workhorse of your medicine cabinet. Find out how.

Wondering why your energy is low? You might need more vitamin D in your life.

We take a look at the science pointing to signs of probiotic-related weight loss and whether popping a pill will advance your slim-down goals.

Bacteria may actually keep you healthy. Here are 7 ways probiotics can help.

Maintain good health with these powerful additions to your clean diet.

The Top 10 nutrients to add to your holiday table this season (to truly show how much you care).

Struggling to sleep? You and 40 other million Americans. These natural remedies and supplements have earned As for delivering Zs.

From getting more Zs to savvy supplementing, we've unearthed the top nutrients for even-keel blood sugar to help reduce your risk of inflammation, a precursor to many health conditions.

Balanced hormones equal a balanced mood and healthier body. Follow these five recommendations for a sunnier outlook and radiant health.

Sneezing. Itching. Watery eyes. It’s not a commercial — it’s reality for more than 17 million adults and nearly 7 million kids hit by hay fever every spring, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). These commonly used supplements that have been found to be effective in easing symptoms of seasonal allergies.

Does your body really benefit from all that coffee? The short answer is yes. We looked into just a few of the latest studies to brew up some good news.

With an estimated 10 million Americans suffering from seasonal affective disorder SAD, and with many feeling stressed by the demands of winter, we take a look at the nutrients and therapies that may help keep your happy face on through spring.

Temperatures are dropping, yet somehow, the urge to seek solace sometimes leads to an even colder place: the frozen-food aisle, where convenient comfort foods from frozen pizza to refined bread seem like easy items to pop in the oven.

You’re feeling stronger than ever after a summer of sun and fun. But when you dive back into a busy fall schedule, your immune system automatically weakens. Chalk it up to stress, which leads to lost sleep, throwing hormones out of balance and compromising your body’s ability to fight off infection. 
By boosting your immunity naturally with certain nutrients, you can restore your strength and keep infectious invaders at bay.

It’s summertime and the living is easy, as is our access to fresh seafood. But sometimes, you just want to let the fish swim in the sea, or you’re so busy having fun, you forget your fish oil supplements. Here are some new ways to take in your all-important heart- and brain-strengthening omega 3s.

Swimsuit season is here once again, and this year’s your chance to focus not just on your hourglass figure, but also on how your figure actually feels once you dive into the pool or start splashing in the waves. These natural sources reduce belly bloat and give you a boost of energy for all-around wellness, no matter your body shape.

In nutritional circles, protein is the hot potato of the day. Everyone’s tossing it around, telling us we need extra protein to build strength and stave off hunger. But how much of the stuff do you really need? And where are the best and worst places to find protein? These steps should get you headed 
in the right direction.

We’ve all had gut feelings, but what happens when those good gut feelings go bad, leaving you gassy instead of sassy, low instead of “let’s go!” and sick instead of slick?

Should you be taking calcium supplements — and how much?

We’ve got 7 ways to help you stay within 
your budget when purchasing vitamins, 
minerals and other supplements to
 complement your method of eating clean.

By eating clean, you can save your sick days for when 
you don’t need them with these 5 immunity boosters.

Overwhelmed by the proliferation of news about probiotics? Here's what you need to know about them, and how you can take advantage of probiotics (and prebiotics) to improve digestion, fend off disease, and maximize nutrient absorption.

An increasing number of studies show that what you consume has a profound impact on not only your body but also your brain. Here are the best foods and supplements for eternal happiness, and some other positive side effects, too.

Ditch the fad diets that offer false promises of 
turning back the clock. The life-extending powers 
of the Mediterranean diet have withstood the 
test of time – with one of the world's highest 
percentages of centenarians to prove it.

Kick refined grains to the curb. The Mediterranean diet focuses on whole varieties only, reducing your risk of stroke, diabetes, heart disease and 
weight gain, numerous studies show.

Take it from the Harvard Medical School: Beans and legumes can help control blood sugar, improve weight control and lower blood pressure. The Mediterranean region has long relied on beans and legumes for adding protein and fiber to soups and stews.

Fresh produce is packed with nutrients that nurture your heart while staving off stroke, cancer and the weight gain that can come from energy-dense foods, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Step away from the pantry and open your fridge instead (and get familiar with your local farmers’ market):

Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, selenium and protein, but low in total fat, fish and seafood are 
a staple of healthy, clean eating around the world.

Oils, nuts, seeds and other healthy fats, known for their powerful anti-inflammatory properties, get a prominent place in the Mediterranean diet.

CE's veteran supplement sleuth Sarah Tuff Dunn 
explores the promised health benefits of algae.

These proven nutrients will keep you seeing clear for years.

Why summer’s most fabulous fruits are 
the right pick for 
a jolt of health.

Eating clean has benefits beyond weight loss. Eating the right foods is linked to a wide range of health benefits from more energy to improved mood. No matter your goals, eating clean can revolutionize your life. Here's how.

These 6 nutrients reduce wrinkles, clear acne, and lower skin cancer risk.

Let good health bloom with these six plant extracts and oils.

Sometimes stress is unavoidable, but the long-term effects can cause over-eating and poor heart health. Here are six ways to reduce the stress in your life.

Fire up brainpower with science-proven foods and nutritional aids shown to support a clear and focused head.

Watch out for these foes of eating clean.

The best tips and research on immunity boosters and how it can help you stay healthy and happy this winter.

Try these all-natural tricks for boosting your memory.

A closer look at all the sides of soy and soy supplements.

We use research from the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health to grade the scientific evidence of soy's benefits.