Glossary
What's inside every bottle
An honest A-Z of the vitamins, minerals and botanicals we work with — their role in the body, where they come from, and how we formulate with each one.
Ashwagandha (KSM-66®)
Botanical
An adaptogenic root used in Ayurvedic tradition for over 3,000 years.
- Role in the body
- Helps the body adapt to stress and supports restorative sleep.
- Common food sources
- Root extract from Withania somnifera.
- How we use it
- The clinical KSM-66® extract featured in Sleep & Calm.
Elderberry
Botanical
A dark European berry rich in anthocyanins.
- Role in the body
- Traditionally used for immune and respiratory wellbeing.
- Common food sources
- Sambucus nigra berries.
- How we use it
- Featured in Immune Shield alongside vitamin C.
Iron (Bisglycinate)
Mineral
A gentle, non-constipating iron for everyday support.
- Role in the body
- Supports oxygen transport and reduces tiredness.
- Common food sources
- Red meat, lentils, spinach.
- How we use it
- Featured in Women's Balance at physiologically-appropriate levels.
L-Theanine
Amino acid
A calming amino acid naturally found in green tea leaves.
- Role in the body
- Supports focused calm without sedation.
- Common food sources
- Camellia sinensis (green tea).
- How we use it
- Paired with magnesium in Sleep & Calm for a settled evening.
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A multi-strain live culture blend for the gut and intimate microbiome.
- Role in the body
- Supports a balanced gut and feminine microbiome.
- Common food sources
- Fermented cultures, standardised to CFU count.
- How we use it
- The heart of Feminine Flora Probiotic — 20 billion CFU per capsule.
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Magnesium (Bisglycinate)
Mineral
The chelated form of magnesium — gentle on the stomach and highly absorbable.
- Role in the body
- Supports muscle function, the nervous system and normal sleep patterns.
- Common food sources
- Leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains.
- How we use it
- The core of our Sleep & Calm formulation.
Milk Thistle (Silymarin)
Botanical
A traditional liver-support botanical, standardised for silymarin.
- Role in the body
- Supports normal liver function and detoxification.
- Common food sources
- Silybum marianum seeds.
- How we use it
- Included in our Liver Support formulation.
Omega-3 (EPA & DHA)
Omega
Long-chain marine fatty acids essential for heart, brain and eye health.
- Role in the body
- Supports normal heart function (at 250 mg EPA + DHA daily).
- Common food sources
- Cold-water fish, sustainable algae.
- How we use it
- Sustainably-sourced marine oil in our Heart & Mind formulations.
Rhodiola Rosea
Botanical
An arctic adaptogen prized for supporting mental performance under fatigue.
- Role in the body
- Supports resilience and mental clarity during demanding periods.
- Common food sources
- Rhodiola rosea root, grown in cold-climate regions.
- How we use it
- A cornerstone of our Energy & Vitality complex.
Selenium
Mineral
A trace mineral acting as a cofactor for antioxidant enzymes.
- Role in the body
- Supports normal thyroid function and immune health.
- Common food sources
- Brazil nuts, seafood, eggs.
- How we use it
- Included in Thyroid Balance and Men's Vitality.
Turmeric (Curcumin C3®)
Botanical
The golden root of South Asia, standardised for curcuminoid content.
- Role in the body
- Traditionally used to support joint comfort and healthy inflammatory response.
- Common food sources
- Curcuma longa rhizome.
- How we use it
- Paired with piperine for absorption in Joint & Mobility.
Essential for energy metabolism, nervous system function and red blood cell formation.
- Role in the body
- Supports the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Common food sources
- Meat, fish, dairy, eggs.
- How we use it
- The bioavailable methylcobalamin form featured in Energy & Vitality.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid)
Vitamin
A water-soluble antioxidant that supports collagen formation and immune defence.
- Role in the body
- Protects cells from oxidative stress and aids iron absorption.
- Common food sources
- Citrus fruits, peppers, berries.
- How we use it
- Included in Immune Shield alongside zinc and elderberry.
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Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
Vitamin
The sunshine vitamin. Supports normal immune function, bones and muscle health.
- Role in the body
- Regulates calcium absorption and supports the immune system.
- Common food sources
- Sunlight synthesis, oily fish, egg yolks.
- How we use it
- Sustainably-sourced lanolin D3 in our Immune and Bone formulations.
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Vitamin K2 (MK-7)
Vitamin
Directs calcium into bone and away from arterial walls.
- Role in the body
- Supports normal bone mineralisation.
- Common food sources
- Fermented foods, hard cheeses, natto.
- How we use it
- Paired with D3 in our Bone & Heart complex for balanced calcium metabolism.
Zinc (Picolinate)
Mineral
A trace mineral central to immune function and skin health.
- Role in the body
- Contributes to normal immune function and cognitive performance.
- Common food sources
- Shellfish, red meat, pumpkin seeds.
- How we use it
- Included in Immune Shield and our Men's daily.
Formulated with care
Every ingredient earns its place
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