General supplements

• Are supplements like medications?

  A supplement is very different to a medication. Vitamin and mineral supplements are designed to provide essential nutrients that the body needs to function properly. Ideally, we should be getting all our vitamins and minerals from a balanced diet rich in whole foods... but with modern diet &...

• Are ZMA supplements good?

  We are not fans of ZMA supplements as zinc & magnesium can compete for absorption. To maximise their effectiveness, zinc & magnesium should, ideally, be taken at different times.

• Can kids take our supplements?

  We're not aware of research suggesting that kids should not take vitamin & mineral supplements ... However, our products have been specifically formulated for adult men and women & we have to recommend you speak with your healthcare professional for an appropriate supplement routine for ...

• Can we supplement for long term use?

  Yes, you can supplement for long term use. Our bodies need vitamins & minerals every single day ... ideally through food, but if not, then a supplement will cover the gap. As long as you're staying within the recommended dietary intake & taking the appropriate dose, that's perfectly fine...

• Do I need a prescription to take supplements?

  Vitamins & mineral supplements are different to prescription medicines & don't require specific medical supervision or doctor's advice when taking them. This is because they fall in to a lower risk category with the TGA (Australia's regulatory body) & the only ingredients that can be...

• Do our supplements have any side effects?

  We are not aware of any confirmed side effects with our supplements ... but like any food or supplement, side effects can depend on individual sensitivities.

• Do we conduct trials on our supplements?

  So just to clarify, we don't conduct clinical trials ourselves. For an ingredient to be approved for use by the Australian TGA (Australia's Regulatory Body), there must be existing scientific research, safety data, and historical use to approve its use as a complementary medicines. We only use ...

• Do we have a multivitamin?

  We don't have any multivitamin supplements ... & in all honestly, it is very unlikely we will formulate one in the future. The reason for this is that to formulate a multivitamin, the dose amounts of essential vitamins & minerals is often too low to provide any therapeutic benefit (that'...

• Do we have samples?

  We don’t currently offer samples as our supplements are designed to cover nutritional gaps in our diet, when we can't get enough of a nutrient through food. Our supplements are intended for long term use, so a quick try wouldn’t provide much benefit.

• Fish oil recommendations

  For an omega 3 / Fish oil supplement, we'd look at two options: Nordic Naturals, Ultimate Omega which you can buy from iHerb. They can be a little pricey, but in terms of quality, I'd say they're one of the best on the market. And second would be Ethical Nutrients, High Strength Omega which yo...

• Is there a good reason to change brands?

  It depends on whether your needs are being met by your current brand. Quality definitely varies between brands and we’d always suggest looking at a brands reviews & information on what the brand stands for online, if you are considering changing.

• Looking for a supplement we don't have, which brand we recommend?

  We'd suggest having a look at the brand Thorne... they have a large catalogue of quality products & may have the one you're looking for. They're based in the US, so you'd need to order through the online retailer iHerb. We've got no affiliation with them, but they'd be our pick of quality &...

• Should I keep my supplements in the fridge?

  Most vitamins and minerals are fine at room temperature, and it’s not an issue if the cupboard gets a bit warm ... they’d need to be exposed to extreme heat or direct sunlight for their potency to be affected. That said, it’s always a good idea to keep the lids tightly sealed to protect against ...

• Supplements interaction with medication

  Certain medications can interfere with a supplements absorption & effectiveness. And tt's best to ask your healthcare practitioner or check the label of your current medication, to ensure there is no interactions with the supplement you'd like to take.

• What's recommended for fibromyalgia?

  With such specific condition, it would be best to speak to your health care professionals to understand exactly what you would need. There's some interesting research on the potential benefits certain nutrients can have on Fribromyalgia like Vitamin D & magnesium. But again it would be best ...

• What supplements should I take?

  This is such a hard question to answer Ensuring you're giving your body the right vitamins & minerals is essential. However whar you need, really depends on your current diet & lifestyle. A good place to start is to monitor the vitamin & mineral content from the foods you're eating...

• Which supplements support bone health / osteoporosis?

  There are a number of vitamins & minerals that work synergistically for bone health (magnesium, vitamin D, calcium & vitamin K2 are some of the most common). Magnesium plays an important role in converting Vitamin D into its active form. Vitamin D is essential for the absorption of calc...