Most of us try to eat well, stay balanced, and support our bodies naturally, but the truth is, modern food alone often isn’t enough. Our soil today simply isn’t what it was 100 years ago. Decades of intensive farming have left it depleted and “tired”, meaning far fewer minerals are available in the foods grown from it. When the soil is mineral-deficient, we become mineral-deficient too.
And that’s exactly why so many people lean on supplements.
But here’s the tricky part: not all supplements are created equal and many products labelled “natural”, “clean” or “whole-food” are anything but. Greenwashing is everywhere.
This guide will help you understand what you’re taking, how it’s made, whether your body can actually use it, and how to choose supplements that truly support your health.
Know the Difference: Whole-Food vs Lab-Isolated Supplements
Most supplements on the market are made in a lab by isolating a single compound, often using synthetic or chemical processes. While these can still work, the body doesn’t naturally encounter nutrients this way.
Whole-food supplements, on the other hand, come from real foods, herbs, roots, minerals, and natural sources that your body recognises. They contain the full spectrum of cofactors and compounds that help absorption and utilisation.
If you choose to include supplements in your diet, always look for:
✔ Whole-food sourced
✔ Naturally occurring compounds
✔ No artificial isolates
✔ No unnecessary fillers
✔ Transparent sourcing
Your body will always respond better to nutrients the way nature designed them.
Understand What You’re Taking (and Why)
Before you take anything, ask yourself:
- What is this supplement for?
- Do I actually need it or am I guessing?
- Is it bioavailable? (Can the body actually use it?)
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Does it need a partner nutrient to work?
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Example: Iron often needs vitamin C. Magnesium types work differently.
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How is it made?
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Is it extracted naturally or created synthetically?
- Are there side effects or interactions?
Knowing your supplements (and medications) keeps you safer, more informed, and helps you avoid wasting money on things your body doesn’t absorb.
Greenwashing is Everywhere — Learn to Spot It
Brands love the words:
✨ “Natural”
✨ “Clean”
✨ “Plant-based”
✨ “Raw”
✨ “Whole”
…but these words legally mean almost nothing.
Look deeper:
- Check the full ingredient list, not the marketing claims
- Look for source transparency
- Avoid chemical isolates labelled as “natural”
- Be cautious of products with long ingredient lists you can’t pronounce
- Notice if the brand tells you how the nutrient is made
A trustworthy brand has nothing to hide.
Not Everyone Needs Everything
Supplements aren’t a replacement for food, sunlight, sleep, movement, or fresh air. They support your lifestyle—they don’t fix it.
Your body’s needs depend on:
• stress levels
• digestion
• sleep
• menstrual cycle or postpartum recovery
• diet
• life stage (pregnancy, breastfeeding, ageing)
It’s okay to use supplements—but it’s even better to use them with purpose.
Whole-Food Supplements Are the Future
As people become more aware of soil depletion, mineral deficiency, and synthetic vitamin limitations, whole-food supplements are becoming the preferred choice.
They’re:
✔ gentler
✔ more recognisable to the body
✔ naturally cofactors-rich
✔ less processed
✔ closer to how nutrients exist in real food
Nature already knows what it’s doing. We just need to follow it.
Final Thoughts
Clean supplementation doesn’t need to be complicated. It comes down to knowledge, transparency, and choosing products that honour the way nutrients naturally exist in the world.
Learn what your body needs.
Know where your supplements come from.
Choose whole-food options whenever possible.
Your body will thank you for it.
At Eirholt
We’re committed to bringing you only trusted, minimally processed, whole-food supplements and home products including toys, pet items, and essentials for the family.
We do the research for you:
✔ brand transparency
✔ reliability
✔ ingredient quality
✔ minimal processing
✔ no overwhelming options
✔ no greenwashing
Our goal is simple: to offer only products we trust for our own home — so you never have to guess.
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