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How to Build an Evidence-Based Supplement Stack
Most people supplement backwards — buying trendy products first and asking questions later. Here is a rational framework for building a supplement routine that is actually worth the money.
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Skin
Support skin health, hydration and collagen production.
3 ingredients
Muscle
Support muscle growth, recovery and performance.
5 ingredients
Bone Health
Build and maintain strong bones throughout life.
4 ingredients
Gut Health
Support digestion, gut flora and intestinal health.
1 ingredient
Immune
Support your immune system's defences year-round.
6 ingredients
Focus
Sharpen concentration, memory and mental clarity.
5 ingredients
Energy
Fight fatigue and support sustained energy all day.
7 ingredients
Sleep
Support deeper, more restful sleep naturally.
2 ingredients
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Popular ingredients
Vitamin
Vitamin C
Strong Evidence
Essential antioxidant vitamin for immunity, collagen production and iron absorption.
Probiotic
Probiotics
Moderate Evidence
Live bacteria that support gut health. Evidence varies enormously by strain — not all probiotics are equal.
Herb
Turmeric
Early Evidence
Anti-inflammatory herb with real promise, but bioavailability is a challenge most products fail to address.
Mushroom
Lion's Mane
Early Evidence
The cognitive mushroom with early clinical evidence for nerve growth, memory and mood support.
Vitamin
Vitamin B12
Strong Evidence
Essential for nerve function and red blood cells. Vegans are almost always deficient without supplementation.
Mineral
Zinc
Strong Evidence
Essential mineral for immune function, wound healing, skin health and testosterone production.
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How we rate everything
The Evidence Meter
Every ingredient gets an honest rating based on the quality and quantity of published research — not how good its marketing is.
Strong Evidence
Well-supported by high-quality clinical trials and systematic reviews.
Moderate Evidence
Good evidence from multiple studies; some variation in results.
Early Evidence
Interesting preliminary research; more study needed.
Traditional Use
Long history of use, limited modern clinical evidence.
Hype Alert
Popular online, but the evidence is still catching up.
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