Ingredient Library
supplement science, sourced
Plain-English guides to what each ingredient does, how much to take, and what the peer-reviewed human research actually shows. Every claim is cited. No hype.
Metabolic & Blood Sugar
Ingredients studied for healthy blood sugar, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic balance.
Apple Cider Vinegar
The fermented pantry staple with a growing body of clinical research behind it
Read the guideBanaba Leaf
The tropical leaf behind corosolic acid - what human research actually shows
Read the guideBitter Melon
A tropical fruit used for centuries in traditional medicine — here is what modern clinical research actually shows.
Read the guideCeylon Cinnamon
True cinnamon explained - what clinical research shows about blood sugar, lipids, and safety.
Read the guideChromium Picolinate
A trace mineral bound to picolinic acid - studied for blood sugar support, appetite regulation, and carbohydrate craving reduction.
Read the guideGymnema Sylvestre
The ancient sugar destroyer - what modern research shows about its effects on blood sugar, sweet cravings, and metabolic health
Read the guideWhite Kidney Bean
A clinically studied alpha-amylase inhibitor derived from Phaseolus vulgaris - here is what the evidence actually shows.
Read the guideBerberine
A plant alkaloid best known for metabolic support, with a real evidence base for blood sugar and cholesterol, real limits, and real drug interactions worth understanding.
Read the guideCayenne (Capsaicin)
The compound that makes chili peppers hot has real, repeatable effects on metabolism and appetite. The catch: the effects are consistent but small, and the honest framing matters.
Read the guideStress & Sleep
Adaptogens and calming compounds studied for stress resilience, cortisol balance, and restful sleep.
Ashwagandha vs Rhodiola
Two leading adaptogens compared - stress, energy, and mood, grounded in clinical evidence.
Read the guideRhodiola Rosea
The adaptogen with decades of clinical research behind it - and honest limits you should know about.
Read the guideSkullcap
A traditional nerve tonic with a growing body of modern clinical research
Read the guideValerian Root
One of the oldest herbal sleep aids in recorded medicine - here is an honest look at what the clinical evidence actually shows.
Read the guideAshwagandha
The most-studied adaptogen for stress. Strong human evidence for a calmer stress response and better sleep, more modest evidence elsewhere, and a few real safety details worth knowing.
Read the guideMelatonin
A timing signal, not a sedative. Melatonin has real evidence for falling asleep faster and adjusting to a new schedule, and one of the clearest "less is more" dosing stories in supplements.
Read the guideHeart & Circulation
Ingredients studied for cardiovascular wellness, healthy cholesterol, and circulation.
Beet Root
The dietary nitrate source backed by multiple meta-analyses for blood pressure, endurance, and recovery
Read the guideButcher's Broom
A well-studied botanical with real clinical data behind its use for leg health and circulation support.
Read the guideFermented Black Garlic
Ancient superfood, modern science: the clinical research behind fermented black garlic and S-allyl cysteine
Read the guideFrench Maritime Pine Bark
A polyphenol-rich bark extract with decades of clinical research behind it - here is what the evidence actually says.
Read the guideHawthorn Berry
Centuries of traditional use, now supported by more than a dozen placebo-controlled clinical trials
Read the guideL-Carnitine
The clinical science behind carnitine: fat transport, recovery, and metabolic health explained
Read the guidePlant Sterols
Backed by hundreds of clinical trials, plant sterols are one of the most evidence-supported dietary strategies for helping maintain healthy LDL cholesterol levels already in the normal range.
Read the guideRutin
A plant-derived flavonoid with documented clinical evidence for vascular support, antioxidant enzyme activity, and capillary integrity.
Read the guideDetox & Antioxidant
Compounds studied for antioxidant defense, glutathione support, and liver health.
Activated Charcoal
The Evidence-Based Guide to How Activated Charcoal Works - and When It Doesn't
Read the guideChlorophyll
The green pigment behind plants' energy production - and what decades of human research reveals about its role in human health
Read the guideGlutathione
Your body's master antioxidant - here is what clinical research actually shows about supplementing it
Read the guideGreen Tea Extract (EGCG)
A concentrated polyphenol with consistent clinical evidence for cardiovascular support, modest metabolic benefits, and a safety profile that rewards careful dosing.
Read the guideNAC vs Glutathione
Two ingredients. One pathway. Here is what the clinical evidence actually says about which works better and for whom.
Read the guideNAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)
A cysteine-derived antioxidant and glutathione building block, with a genuinely interesting mechanism, an important regulatory footnote, and evidence that is more nuanced than the marketing suggests.
Read the guideMen's Health
Ingredients studied for men's vitality, prostate health, and hormonal support.
D-Aspartic Acid
A naturally occurring amino acid linked to hormone signaling — with results that depend heavily on who takes it.
Read the guideFadogia Agrestis
A West African herb with growing supplement popularity and very thin human evidence
Read the guideFenugreek
The Ancient Seed With a Surprisingly Strong Research Record
Read the guidePygeum
The African bark extract with one of the strongest clinical evidence bases among botanical prostate supplements
Read the guideSaw Palmetto
What 30+ clinical trials reveal about the most-studied prostate botanical
Read the guideSaw Palmetto vs Pygeum
Two proven botanicals, one smarter choice for your urinary wellness goals
Read the guideStinging Nettle
Prostate comfort, inflammation, and seasonal support - what clinical trials actually show about Urtica dioica
Read the guideTongkat Ali
Supporting testosterone, stress resilience, and male vitality - here is what the clinical evidence actually shows
Read the guideTribulus Terrestris
What the clinical research actually shows about sexual health, testosterone, and performance
Read the guideYohimbine
What the clinical evidence actually shows - and why the safety profile demands serious attention
Read the guideWomen's Health
Ingredients studied for feminine balance, hormonal health, and PCOS-related support.
Boric Acid
A feminine intimate-care ingredient used in vaginal suppositories to support a healthy vaginal pH. Here is how the vaginal environment works, how boric acid is used, and the safety that genuinely matters.
Read the guideMyo-Inositol
The second-messenger molecule research has linked to hormonal balance, insulin sensitivity, and nervous system support
Read the guideCognitive & Mood
Ingredients studied for focus, memory, and a balanced mood.
Ginkgo Biloba
Ancient tree, modern science - here is what randomized trials actually show
Read the guideLithium Orotate
Low-dose lithium as a dietary supplement -- what the population data and preclinical science actually show
Read the guidePanax Ginseng
The research-backed adaptogen for energy, cognitive function, and metabolic health - with honest numbers from 10 verified clinical trials
Read the guideDigestive & Gut
Fibers, amino acids, and botanicals studied for digestion and gut health.
Akkermansia muciniphila
The mucus-layer microbe at the center of metabolic health research
Read the guideAloe Vera
What clinical research actually shows about this ancient botanical
Read the guideGinger Root
One of the most clinically studied botanicals - here is what 109 human trials actually show.
Read the guideL-Glutamine
The conditionally essential amino acid behind gut integrity, exercise recovery, and immune support
Read the guidePsyllium Husk
The most clinically studied soluble fiber for digestive health, cholesterol, and blood sugar support.
Read the guideBeauty & Longevity
Ingredients studied for skin, joints, collagen, and healthy aging.
Hyaluronic Acid
Your body's built-in moisturizer - backed by over a dozen human clinical trials
Read the guideMulti-Collagen Peptides
From skin elasticity to joint comfort - here is what human research shows about hydrolyzed collagen
Read the guideNAD+ (Nicotinamide)
Inside every cell, NAD+ powers energy production and DNA repair. Here is what human research actually shows about supplementing its precursors.
Read the guideHerbal & Botanical
Traditional botanicals with a modern evidence base.
Bilberry
One of nature's richest sources of anthocyanins — what the clinical evidence actually says about its uses, doses, and safety.
Read the guideDevil's Claw
A research-reviewed look at the southern African root studied for joint and back pain support.
Read the guideFo-Ti (He Shou Wu)
The Ancient Chinese Longevity Root - Separating Proven Science from Traditional Claims
Read the guideGraviola (Soursop)
A tropical fruit packed with antioxidants - here is what peer-reviewed research actually shows.
Read the guideLicorice Root
Ancient botanical, modern evidence: what clinical research actually shows about Glycyrrhiza glabra.
Read the guideMullein Leaf
A centuries-old respiratory herb now backed by phytochemical science - here is what the evidence actually shows.
Read the guideVitamins & Minerals
Foundational micronutrients and their most bioavailable forms.
Benfotiamine
A fat-soluble vitamin B1 derivative with significantly higher bioavailability than standard thiamine -- here is what decades of clinical research actually show.
Read the guidePantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5)
The B-vitamin behind your body's energy engine - and a growing area of skin and cardiovascular research
Read the guidePotassium Iodide
An FDA-recognized emergency thyroid-blocking agent - not a daily supplement. Here is what the science actually says.
Read the guideVitamin B1 (Thiamine)
The original B vitamin - essential for energy, heart muscle, and nerve function, with clinical trial data to back it up.
Read the guideVitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
The essential coenzyme powering energy production and antioxidant defense in every cell
Read the guideMagnesium
The form of magnesium you choose changes how well it absorbs and what it is good for. Here is how glycinate, citrate, and oxide actually differ, and how to pick.
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