Natural supplements are a popular way to support overall health, boost energy, and fill nutritional gaps in today's fast-paced lifestyle. From immune support to heart health and beyond, certain supplements have gained widespread attention for their science-backed benefits and everyday practicality. In this article, we're highlighting Dr. Oz's top 14 natural supplements, exploring why they've earned a place in many wellness routines and how they can help support your health in a simple yet effective way. 

Dr. Oz's Top Weight Loss Supplements

1. Konjac

Konjac, also called glucomannan, provides dietary fiber. Food manufacturers use it as a thickener and emulsifier. It comes from the Konjac Root, a plant primarily grown in Asia. Konica has one of the highest molecular weights among dietary fibers. It also rands as one of the mosr viscous fibers available. Konjac works by absorbing water as it travels through the digestive tract, increasing the bulk of stool, and thereby supporting regular bowel movements. Many also use glucomannan as a weight-loss aid, as it leaves us feeling satisfied for a longer period of time, decreasing snacking, as well as eliminating excess water weight.

2. Green Coffee Bean

Referred to by Dr. Oz as a “miracle pill to burn fat,” what more could you ask for? By taking green coffee bean extract,you can lose weight without changing your diet or increasing your activity level. It works by inhibiting the release of glucose in the body and by boosting metabolism, or the breakdown of sugar and fat in your body. Green coffee bean extracts may support fat metabolism because they remain unroasted. Roasting changes their properties, so regular coffee does not provide the same effect.

3. Garcinia Cambogia

Dr Oz heavily endorsed this supplement last year. Garcinia Cambogia comes from Indonesia, Asia, and Africa, and people traditionally use it in curries. However, it is recently popular for its potential weight-loss properties. Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) in garcinia cambogia may inhibit lipogenesis. This process reduces the body's ability to form new fat from food.

4. Raspberry Ketones

Commonly explained as the substance that “tricks your body into acting like it's thin”, Dr. Oz made this weight-loss formula gain in popularity, and quickly. It works by literally tricking your body into thinking it's thin, and increasing the level of a hormone naturally found in thinner people called adiponectin. But before you run to the grocery store and stuff your face with raspberries, it's good to know that naturally extracted raspberry ketones exist at about 1-4mg per kilogram of the red fruit. Seeing as this is still fairly new, and more studies need to be conducted, dosages are still unclear.

5. Omega-7 SBT

Another member of the Omega fatty acids family, Omega-7, has just recently been put in the spotlight by Dr. Oz. Along with its brothers and sisters, the Omega-7 and its substance of palmitoleic acid has shown in research to reduce high cholesterol, lower insulin levels, improve liver function and promote weight-loss. Sea Buckthorn oil is the richest plant in Omega-7's, however, it can be found in macadamia oil and pomegranate seed oil as well.

6. Saffron Extract

Long used in traditional Persian medicine for the treatment of depression, it has been brought to light for its belly-fat-busting abilities by Dr. Oz. He stated that saffron can “annihilate your urge to over-eat”; however, given much research, it has much more potential than just this small task. It is still good for the treatment of depression, Alzheimer's disease and even cancer. In a study with slightly overweight women, it was found that it reduced their urge to snack, including emotional eating.

Dr Oz's Favourite Immune-Boosting Supplements

7. Echinacea

One of National Nutrition’s bestselling herbs. Echinacea is super fuel for the immune system and is among Dr. Oz’s Top 3 Supplements for fighting against the cold and flu. This is one of the best supplements to take for prevention and increasing recovery time of colds and flus. In addition to boosting the immune system, echinacea kick-starts a bunch of healthy actions in our bodies. Among its numerous benefits, it is antibacterial, anti-viral, anti-microbial, anti-protozoal and anti-parasitic. Many therapists claim that it can also ease the side effects of cancer treatments, although there is no scientific evidence to support it.

8. Rhodiola

Considered a 'wonder plant', Rhodiola has been used for centuries to combat fatigue by increasing physical endurance and exercise performance, as well as speeding recovery from illness. Today it is greatly used to boost strength and stamina, as well as a supplement that can help you cope with stress. It improves mental concentration, memory, and focus; essentially making you a 'better you'. There have even been links to it helping with mental exhaustion, which can be associated with work or in irregular sleeping.

Dr Oz's Top Sugar Alternatives

9. Coconut Palm Sugar

A delicious alternative to sugar, never tasted so good – or was this good for you! Coconut Palm Sugar is made from the concentrated dried nectar of coconut palm trees (who would have thought!). It requires very little processing and is considered a 35, on the glycemic index, making it a low glycemic sweetener, perfect for anyone with diabetes. Just be sure not to confuse this sugar with regular Palm Sugar, which is from a different source.

10. Yacon

What was once an overlooked alternative sweetener has been made quite popular by Dr. Oz after his infamous Yacon Syrup Project. This was when he took 60 women and asked them to have a tsp of yacon syrup before each meal. Who wouldn't love doing that! After only four weeks, 76% of the women lost weight. Not bad considering Yacon Syrup is also low on the glycemic index, so it can be enjoyed by diabetics. One of the reasons it aids is weight-loss is because it is high in inulin, a complex sugar that breaks down slowly into fructooligosaccharides (FOS).

Dr Oz's Favourite Wellness Supplements

11. CoQ10

Known as a very important fat-soluble antioxidant, CoQ10 enhances heart health and circulation. This is because CoQ10 helps the heart use oxygen and energy effectively. Our bodies naturally produce Coenzyme Q10 (which is one of ten types of coenzyme Q), but as we age, our production begins to decline. Specifically over the age of 40, but even more so over the age of 60, when our overall production level is only at 10% of what it use to be in your thirties. Before you start taking CoQ10, you'll need to establish which type is for you: ubiquinone or ubiquinol.

12. Curcumin

While several are familiar with the spice turmeric (curcumin), you may be unaware that it contains several benefits to our health. It contains antioxidant chemicals, called curcuminoids, used for neutralizing free radicals. Turmeric can thus be used to prevent infections, protect the liver from toxins, and may be useful for cancer. Not bad, considering most people only add it to their curry. Curcumin also has a natural anti-inflammatory agent which can help relieve pain, improve joint mobility and reduce pain and swelling associated with arthritis.

Dr Oz's Favourite Plant-Based Omega-3 Supplements

13. Chia Seeds

This superfood is an excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids, proteins, antioxidants, and both soluble and insoluble fibre, it's amazing that we only recently starting seeing this tiny seeds big potential. A study by Salba, a specific brand of chia, found that as little as 3.5oz of chia contained as much omega-3 as 28oz of salmon, as much calcium as 3 cups of milk, and as much iron as 5 cups of raw spinach. Chia seeds are also gluten-free.

14. Savi Seeds

Although they look like a nut, taste like a nut and even smell like a nut, they're actually seeds. And for those of us who have certain allergies or food restrictions, especially when it comes to school or work, these make a perfect alternative. Essential fats are also very high in Omega-3, one of the richest sources actually; considering they offer 13 times more Omega-3s than a single ounce of salmon. They're also a great source of protein, tryptophan (an amino acid), antioxidants and fibre!