Walk down any supplement aisle and it hits you:
“Do I actually need this?”
“Is this one any good?”
“Why does that bottle cost $12 and this one $60?”
Welcome to the Wild West of the wellness world.
The truth is: not all supplements are created equal — and most people are either taking the wrong ones or wasting money on low-quality junk.
Let’s clear the confusion.
Grocery Store Supplements vs. High-Quality Brands
You know those giant multivitamins at big box stores with a year’s supply for $10?
They’re cheap for a reason.
- Many don’t absorb well in your body
- Some use synthetic fillers or low-quality forms of nutrients
- Some don’t even contain what the label says (yes, that happens)
When it comes to supplements, you get what you pay for — and your health is too important to gamble on bargain bins.
Why We Chose Thorne
At New Leaf, we recommend Thorne supplements because:
- They’re third-party tested for purity and potency
- They use clinically effective doses and bioavailable forms of nutrients
- They’re trusted by health professionals, researchers, and elite athletes
- They don’t include unnecessary fillers, dyes, or additives
Basically? We trust them — and we wouldn’t recommend anything less to our patients.
So Which Supplements Are Worth It?
Here’s what we might recommend, depending on your labs, goals, and symptoms:
- Multivitamin – fills in common gaps
- B complex – energy, stress, and hormone support
- Vitamin D – most people are low, and it’s crucial for immune and metabolic health
- Iron – especially for women with fatigue or heavy periods
- Magnesium – helps with sleep, mood, muscle cramps, and constipation
- Ashwagandha – supports cortisol and stress resilience
- Berberine – a natural insulin-sensitizing compound
- Melatonin – for sleep support when used short term
- Protein powder – to help hit daily protein goals
- Creatine – supports muscle and metabolism (yes, even for women)
- Fish oil/Omega-3s – reduces inflammation and supports heart and brain health
- Fiber – supports digestion and blood sugar
- Probiotics – helpful in specific cases, not for everyone
- DIM – supports estrogen balance for women in perimenopause or menopause
No, you don’t need all of these. But the right ones can make a big difference when used with intention.
👉 Want more? Our patients get access to a detailed article on how to choose supplements, which ones are truly helpful, and how we customize recommendations based on your labs, symptoms, and goals.
Click here to enroll and unlock the full guide — plus personalized support through our Thrive Programs.
