You can eat well in college without much money or a real kitchen. Here are cheap staples, microwave meals, dining hall strategies, and campus resources worth knowing.
Eating Well in College on a Budget
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The Vitamin Armor Blog
Science-backed guidance on vitamins, minerals, and daily supplementation. Written for athletes, active adults, and anyone who wants to make informed decisions about what they put in their body.
Does My Child Need a Multivitamin?
Most healthy kids who eat a varied diet do not need a daily multivitamin. Here is when a supplement makes sense, how to handle picky eating, and why safe storage matters.
Iodine and Selenium: The Thyroid Minerals
Your thyroid depends on iodine and selenium, but both are easy to under- or overdo. Here is how to get enough from food, salt, and Brazil nuts without going too far.
Does Biotin Work for Hair? Plus the Lab Test Warning Most People Miss
Biotin is everywhere in hair supplements, but the evidence for healthy people is thin. Here is what research shows, and why high doses can throw off important lab tests.
How Long Does It Take to Recover From B12 Deficiency?
Blood markers improve in about a week, blood counts in about 8 weeks, and nerve symptoms take the longest. Here is a realistic B12 recovery timeline.
Taking a GLP-1? How to Protect Your Nutrition
Eating less on a GLP-1 means every bite counts. Here is what research says about protein, vitamin D, B12, iron, and so-called GLP-1 supplements.
Common Medications That Can Lower Your Vitamin Levels
Metformin, acid reducers, and a few other common medications can slowly lower nutrient levels. Here is what the research shows and what to ask your prescriber.
Does Alcohol Deplete Vitamins? What Social Drinkers Should Know
Alcohol can lower thiamin, folate, zinc, and magnesium, but the serious deficiencies mostly follow heavy drinking. Here is what social drinkers actually need to know.
Nutrition for Men Over 40: What Actually Matters
Forget the “Men’s 40+” hype. Here is what actually matters for men after 40: protein and muscle, heart health, vitamin D, and what multivitamin trials really found.
Choline: The Nutrient Most Americans Miss
Only about 8% of US adults get enough choline, and most multivitamins and prenatals contain little or none. Here is what it does and where to find it.
Eating Plant-Based? The Nutrients Worth Watching
B12 is non-negotiable on a vegan diet, and iodine, vitamin D, iron, zinc, and calcium deserve a plan too. Here is a practical checklist.
Can Vitamins Help You Sleep? Nutrients vs Sleep Aids
Magnesium and vitamin D have modest evidence for sleep, and melatonin is a hormone, not a vitamin. Here is what nutrients can and cannot do for your nights.