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FEATURED · GUIDES

Magnesium Glycinate vs. Citrate: Which Is Right For You?

Both are common forms of magnesium, but they work very differently. Here's how to pick the right one for sleep, stress, or digestion.

suppdoc Editorial · 5 min read
SLEEP

The 5 Best Supplements for Better Sleep (Backed by Science)

Forget melatonin. These five evidence-led supplements address the actual root causes of poor sleep — stress, low magnesium, and circadian disruption.

6 min · Apr 18, 2026
ENERGY

Vitamin D Deficiency: 7 Hidden Signs You Might Have It

Vitamin D deficiency affects an estimated 1 billion people worldwide. The symptoms are subtle — until they're not.

5 min · Apr 12, 2026
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NUTRITION

Omega-3 Fish Oil vs. Algae: A Complete Comparison

Algae omega-3 isn't just for vegans anymore. Here's how plant-based omega-3 compares to fish oil on absorption, sustainability, and cost.

5 min · Apr 5, 2026
STRESS

Ashwagandha: How This Adaptogen Lowers Cortisol

Ashwagandha is one of the most-studied herbal supplements on earth. Here's the science of how it calms cortisol — and when not to take it.

6 min · Mar 28, 2026
RECOVERY

Creatine for Women: Why It's the Most Underrated Supplement

Creatine isn't just for bodybuilders. For women, it supports strength, cognition, recovery, and even bone density — at less than $0.50 per day.

5 min · Mar 20, 2026
STRESS

Adaptogens: What They Are, How They Work, Which to Pick

Ashwagandha, rhodiola, reishi, eleuthero — the adaptogen category is exploding. Here's how to make sense of it and pick what actually works for you.

7 min · Mar 14, 2026
NUTRITION

The Complete Guide to Vegan Supplementation

A plant-based diet is one of the healthiest ways to eat — but it leaves a few specific nutrient gaps. Here's exactly what to supplement.

7 min · Mar 8, 2026
NUTRITION

Probiotics 101: How to Pick One That Actually Works

The probiotic aisle is chaos. Strain numbers, CFU counts, prebiotics, postbiotics… here's a no-nonsense guide to picking the right one.

6 min · Feb 28, 2026
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WOMEN'S HEALTH

Iron for Women: When You Need It (And When You Don't)

Roughly 1 in 5 women of menstruating age has low iron — yet most don't know. Here's how to know, how to test, and how to fix it safely.

5 min · Feb 20, 2026