Supplements 101: The Industry, Where to Start and What Works

About this episode

In this episode, Sophia Rudy discusses the supplement industry, how to choose quality products, and common nutrients people may be lacking.

Send us Fan Mail There is so much noise in the supplement industry. In Part One of this two-part series, we’re breaking down what supplements actually are, how to choose quality products, what third-party testing means, the nutrients many people are commonly low in, and how to know what supplements may be right for you. Plus, we’re chatting creatine, ashwagandha, gummies, supplement myths, and why supplements should support your foundation, not become the foundation. I am a Certified Pe...

People in this episode

Host: Sophia Rudy

Topics covered

• supplements
• health
• nutrition
• quality products
• third-party testing
• common deficiencies
• supplement myths

Keywords

• supplements
• health
• nutrition
• creatine
• ashwagandha
• gummies
• third-party testing
• myths

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Products: creatine, ashwagandha, gummies

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