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Why you should consider the MIND Diet
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Looking to eat your way to better brain health? The MIND diet may be your answer. Here’s how this up-and-coming eating style can slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Sarah Achleithner
3 mins
Elo’s third-party testing process
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Elo’s rigorous third-party testing process is an anomaly in the industry. Supplement regulations are often murky, however, Elo has established a system to ensure that our products are the best in class. Here is how Elo’s third-party testing process works.
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Sarah Achleithner
10 mins
Personalized nutrition doesn't cut it. Why 'Smart Nutrition' is the way of the future.
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Personalized nutrition is a hot topic but most of the offerings today assess a handful of factors that influence nutrition, resulting in imprecise and ineffective recommendations. At Elo, we go several layers deeper to get a better understanding of your individualized nutrition needs and we call this Smart Nutrition. Like other smart products, Smart Nutrition takes personalization to a new level and delivers more accurate nutrition solutions uniquely for you.
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Sarah Achleithner
5 mins
Issue 28: The dark side of supplements
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Supplements are often touted as the end-all-be-all to curing your ailments and achieving athletic prowess. But are they all they're cracked up to be? In this edition, we're lifting the lid on supplements and providing more information on what we do at Elo to ensure you get the highest quality products.
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Sarah Achleithner
2 mins
The best ergogenic aids for runners according to Registered Dietitians
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Looking to improve your running performance? Whether you’re new to running or a seasoned marathoner, ergogenic aids can give you a cutting edge. However, not all are created equal. Here are the best ergogenic aids according to science. (And yes, they’re all legal).
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Elle Penner, MPH, RD
15 mins
Issue 39: Nutrition myths debunked
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From sugar to alcohol, this edition is jam-packed with science-backed information on many of the most frequently asked nutrition questions.
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Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
2 mins
Foolproof tips and tricks for taking supplements
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Supplements have a multitude of health benefits, but remembering to take them can prove to be a challenge. Here are the top foolproof tips and tricks for taking supplements.
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Sarah Achleithner
5 mins
Gummies vs. capsules vs. powders vs. tablets: What form of supplementation is best?
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From capsules to powders and gummies to tablets, there are a variety of supplementation forms available. But how do you know which one is right for you? Here is a breakdown of the most common supplementation forms to best fit your needs.
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Sarah Achleithner
5 mins
The ultimate guide to ashwagandha
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Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb that is gaining popularity for its ability to alleviate stress and improve cholesterol. But what else does ashwagandha do, and why should you consider adding it to your supplement routine? Here’s what science has to say.
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Elle Penner, MPH, RD
7 mins
Busting nutrition myths on dietary supplements
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Supplements have carried a health halo for years, but are they really all they’re cracked up to be? From drug/nutrient interactions to overdosing and regulations, here’s what you need to know about supplements and the nutrition myths surrounding them.
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Sarah Achleithner
5 mins
Vitamin D supplements: do they work?
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Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in bone health, insulin sensitivity, brain health, and immunity. However, despite its importance, 90% of Elo members start with low vitamin D levels. Here’s what science has to say about the importance of vitamin D and subsequent supplementation.
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Elle Penner, MPH, RD
5 mins
The best supplements for blood sugar control, according to science
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Medications are often necessary to manage sub-optimal blood sugar levels, but research shows that certain supplements may be useful as well. From aloe vera to chromium, here are some of the best science-backed supplements to help reign in your blood sugar.
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Sarah Achleithner
7 mins
What you need to know about magnesium
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Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays many critical roles in the body. However, despite its importance, this mineral is largely under-consumed and is easily depleted. Here’s what science has to say about the importance of magnesium and subsequent supplementation.
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Elle Penner, MPH, RD
5 mins
The best supplements for more energy, according to science
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Energy supplements aren’t a golden ticket to skimp on sleep, but they can provide a welcome pick-me-up throughout the day. Here are the best supplements for more energy, according to science.
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Elle Penner, MPH, RD
3 mins
How to collect a successful blood biomarker sample at home
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Biomarkers provide many important insights into your health. At Elo, we use dried blood spot testing to evaluate a variety of nutrition-related biomarkers and determine your ultimate supplement mix. Check out this best-practice guide on how to collect your biomarker sample at home to make this process fast, easy, and relatively painless.
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Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
7 mins