Ingredient Database
Explore supplement ingredients, forms, benefits, and research summaries. Understand what you are taking before you buy.
17 ingredients found
Magnesium Glycinate
Magnesium is a cofactor in 300+ enzymatic reactions. The glycinate form is well-absorbed and less likely to cause loose stools than oxide, making it preferred for sleep and relaxation use cases.
Magnesium Citrate
Magnesium citrate is more bioavailable than oxide and is commonly used for both repletion and as an osmotic laxative at higher doses.
Creatine Monohydrate
Creatine monohydrate reliably increases phosphocreatine stores, improving repeated high-intensity output. It is among the most studied and safest sports supplements.
Omega-3 (EPA & DHA)
EPA and DHA from marine sources support cardiovascular and cognitive health. The triglyceride form shows superior absorption over ethyl esters, particularly when taken with dietary fat.
Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is more effective than D2 at raising 25(OH)D. It requires dietary fat for absorption and works synergistically with vitamin K2 and magnesium.
Vitamin K2 (MK-7)
Vitamin K2 activates osteocalcin and matrix Gla-protein, helping direct calcium to bone and away from arteries. It complements vitamin D3 supplementation.
Ashwagandha
Standardized ashwagandha extracts show modest reductions in perceived stress and cortisol in several controlled trials. Effects are typically seen over 4â8 weeks.
Collagen Peptides
Hydrolyzed collagen peptides supply amino acids that support skin, joint, and tendon tissue. Trials suggest modest improvements in skin hydration and joint comfort over 8â12 weeks.
Zinc
Zinc is essential for immune function and wound healing. Chronic high intake (>40 mg) can deplete copper, so balance or cycling is advised.
Iron
Iron bisglycinate is better tolerated than ferrous sulfate and comparable in raising ferritin. Absorption is enhanced by vitamin C and inhibited by calcium, coffee, and tea.
Calcium
Calcium supports bone mineralization, but food sources are preferred. Calcium citrate absorbs well regardless of food; carbonate needs stomach acid. High single doses inhibit iron absorption.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C enhances non-heme iron absorption and supports collagen synthesis. It is water-soluble, so dosing throughout the day improves retention at higher intakes.
Curcumin
Curcumin has poor native bioavailability, markedly improved by phytosome or piperine delivery. Trials support modest benefits for joint comfort and inflammatory markers.
Melatonin
Melatonin reduces sleep onset latency, particularly for circadian misalignment. Lower doses (0.3â1 mg) are often as effective as higher doses with fewer morning grogginess reports.
Probiotics
Strain-specific probiotics show benefits for certain GI and immune outcomes. Effects are highly strain-dependent; CFU count alone is not a quality indicator.
CoQ10 (Ubiquinol)
CoQ10 supports mitochondrial energy production. Ubiquinol is the active antioxidant form and may be preferable, especially for those over 40 or on statins.
L-Theanine
L-theanine increases alpha brain-wave activity, promoting relaxed alertness. It is commonly paired with caffeine to smooth jitteriness and sustain focus.