Supplements After 40
Supplements We Cover
Explore research-informed guidance on popular supplements, including their potential benefits, how they’re used, and what to consider before taking them.
Learn how creatine may support strength, muscle, exercise performance, and healthy aging after 40.
Explore vitamin D's role in bone, muscle, and overall health, along with food sources and supplementation considerations.
Learn what magnesium does, where to get it, and what the research says about supplementation after 40.
Understand the potential benefits of omega-3s for heart and brain health and whether supplementation may be worthwhile.
Protein Supplements
Learn when protein powders can be a convenient way to help meet your daily protein needs—and when food may be enough.
Multivitamins
Explore what multivitamins can and can't do, who may benefit, and what to consider before taking one.
Food First, Supplements Second
A nutritious diet should be the foundation. Whole foods provide protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that supplements can't fully replace.
Supplements can still be useful when they help address a specific need or nutritional gap. The goal isn't to take as many supplements as possible—it's to understand when one may actually be worthwhile.
Look for quality human research supporting the supplement's intended use—not just marketing claims or testimonials.
Evidence
Dosage
Check whether the amount per serving is consistent with commonly studied doses. More isn't necessarily better.
Look for independent testing from organizations such as USP or NSF for added confidence in quality and contents.
Third-Party Testing
Health & Medications
Consider possible interactions with medications, health conditions, or other supplements you're taking.