The Importance of Nutrition Quality

You’re doing your best to take care of your health—and for many people, that includes nutrition and supplements to support things such as energy, immunity, digestion, or joint health. But here’s something most people don’t realize:

Many popular vitamins and supplements—especially those found at big box stores or online—are often loaded with low-quality ingredients. We’re talking unnecessary fillers, artificial colors, binders, and poorly absorbed forms of nutrients that your body can’t fully use (and that may even stress your gut or liver over time).

So what actually makes a supplement high quality?

Here are a few key things to look for:

✅ Third-party testing – Confirms that what’s on the label is truly in the bottle

✅ Bioavailable forms of nutrients – These are easier for your body to absorb and use (for example, methylated B vitamins instead of cyanocobalamin or folic acid)

✅ Transparent labeling – No mystery blends or hard-to-pronounce fillers

✅ Clinically backed ingredients – Quality formulas are based on science, not trends

What to avoid at all costs:

🚫 Artificial colors or dyes (FD&C Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1)

🚫 Titanium dioxide (commonly used to whiten tablets)

🚫 Large amounts of magnesium stearate (a filler that may reduce absorption)

🚫 “Proprietary blends” that hide ingredient quality or dosing

🚫 Added sugars or artificial sweeteners, especially in gummies or powders

The bottom line:

Just because it’s on the shelf doesn’t mean it’s good for you. Whether you’re shopping at a big retailer, a vitamin store, or online, knowing what to look for makes all the difference.

At Ascend Chiropractic, we carefully select and carry only practitioner-grade nutrition and supplements that meet the highest standards for purity, potency, and effectiveness.

Have questions about what you’re currently taking or what might best support your specific needs? Feel free to ask at your next visit—we’re always happy to help.

👉 Click the link below to see which supplements we carry in the clinic.

Nutrition We Sell in the Clinic

Prefer to shop from home instead? You can click the link below to create a FREE Fullscript account, where you’ll have access to hundreds of practitioner-approved supplements delivered straight to your door. It’s a simple, secure way to support your health without the guesswork.

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Your health is an investment, and the quality of what you put into your body truly matters. We’re honored to be a trusted resource on your wellness journey and are always here to help you make informed, confident choices that support long-term health. Whether in the clinic or from home, we’re grateful to be part of your care.