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Balance My Body Ingredients
Balance My Body♀™ is a delicious premium daily beverage mix designed to support an active woman’s wellness routine. It features a thoughtfully selected blend of vitamins, botanicals, and functional ingredients that work together to support everyday balance—especially during times when stress, sleep, and monthly rhythms can affect how you feel.
We’ve created a four-pillar blend of botanicals, nutrients, and adaptogens — each ingredient thoughtfully chosen to work in harmony. Instead of relying on a single ingredient, this formula combines complementary nutrients and botanicals across a few key wellness areas to support the body’s natural processes.
The Foundation: Vitamins & Nutrients
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
The Active, Ready-to-Use Form
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Supports cellular energy production and nervous system function – both important for day-to-day vitality – and is the most bioavailable form of B12.
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Methylcobalamin is a naturally occurring, high-utility form of B12 found in animal-based foods like liver, fish, eggs, and dairy. Unlike cyanocobalamin (a commonly used synthetic form), methylcobalamin is the form B12 is found as in the body, already circulating in the blood and present in the nervous system. Methylcobalamin is the active form of Vitamin B12—meaning it’s already in a form your body can use right away.
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Nervous system support — helps maintain the protective myelin sheath around nerves and supports healthy nerve function
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Energy metabolism — supports the body’s ability to convert food into usable energy at the cellular level
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Red blood cell formation — supports healthy red blood cell production
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DNA synthesis — supports normal cell division and growth
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Homocysteine metabolism — supports healthy homocysteine levels (an important cardiovascular health marker)
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Mood + cognitive support — supports pathways involved in neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine
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Vitamin B6
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (HCl)
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Supports neurotransmitter function and helps maintain healthy metabolic and hormone-related pathways involved to support monthly wellness.
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Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (HCl) is a highly stable, water-soluble form of Vitamin B6 commonly used in supplements and fortified foods—making it an ideal fit for beverage mixes. Vitamin B6 also occurs naturally in foods like poultry, fish, potatoes, bananas, and chickpeas.
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Supports brain chemistry & mood balance by helping the body produce key neurotransmitters, including serotonin, dopamine, and GABA
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Helps convert protein into usable building blocks by supporting amino acid metabolism
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Supports immune function by assisting normal production of white blood cells and antibodies
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Promotes healthy red blood cell formation by supporting hemoglobin production
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Supports hormone-related comfort and is commonly used to support PMS comfort and occasional pregnancy-related nausea (as directed by a healthcare professional)
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Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) — 800 IU
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Supports immune health, mood, and bone health, and plays an important role in overall wellness and well-being.
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The sunshine vitamin made simple, our Vitamin D3 delivers 800 IU per serving in the same form your body naturally makes when your skin is exposed to sunlight, making it an easy daily add-in—especially when sun time is limited. Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is derived from lanolin (sheep’s wool), so it is not vegan.
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Bone & dental health: Helps your body absorb calcium to support strong bones and teeth
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Muscle function: Helps maintain muscle performance and supports stability as you age
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Immune support: Plays a role in healthy immune system regulation
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800 IU is the EU-recommended daily amount for adults, and can be particularly relevant during winter months or for people with limited sun exposure.
Botanical Support for Women’s Rhythms, Hormonal Harmony, Stress Response, and Resilience
These traditional herbs are included to support women’s monthly comfort and a sense of balance.
Shatavari Root
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) Root Extract
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Traditionally used in women’s wellness for overall reproductive system support and vitality.
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A revered Ayurvedic botanical with deep tradition and modern-day wellness appeal, Shatavari has been used for thousands of years in India and across the Himalayan region. Its Sanskrit name is often translated as “she who possesses a hundred husbands,” a historical nod to its long-standing role as a women’s tonic herb in traditional wellness practices.
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Shatavari is best known for supporting women’s wellness and resilience, making it a popular choice in daily routines designed for balance, comfort, and long-term vitality:
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Hormone harmony & women’s wellness – Often used across life stages, including monthly cycles and the menopause transition, to help support overall reproductive wellness.*
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Stress resilience (adaptogenic support) – Helps support the body’s ability to adapt to everyday stressors and maintain balance.*
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Digestive comfort – Traditionally used to soothe and support gastrointestinal comfort and digestive function.*
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Immune & antioxidant support – Naturally contains saponins (often called shatavarin compounds) that have been studied for antioxidant activity, supporting overall wellness defenses.*
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Nourishing support for motherhood – Historically used in traditional practices to support healthy lactation.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or take medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.
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Chasteberry (Vitex)
(Vitex agnus-castus) Extract
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Commonly used to support monthly cycle-related wellness and a sense of hormonal harmony.
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Chasteberry is sourced from the dried fruit of Vitex agnus-castus, a flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean and parts of Central Asia. It has a long history of use in European herbal traditions dating back thousands of years. It is a traditional botanical for monthly-cycle support.
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Chasteberry is commonly used to support women’s monthly wellness by helping the body maintain healthy hormonal signaling—especially during times when normal cycle-related fluctuations feel more noticeable.
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Cycle & hormone support: Helps support healthy hormonal balance and monthly rhythm*
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PMS comfort: Supports relief from occasional cycle-related discomforts such as bloating, breast tenderness, and mood changes*
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Reproductive wellness: Traditionally used to support healthy ovulatory function and overall fertility wellness*
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Perimenopause support: Supports comfort through perimenopause, including occasional hot flashes and cycle changes*
Note: If you are pregnant or nursing, taking hormonal medications (including birth control), or have a hormone-sensitive condition, consult your healthcare provider before use.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Wild Yam
Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa) Extract
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Traditionally used to support women’s comfort during monthly changes and contains diosgenin.
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Native to eastern North America and parts of Central America, wild yam is a woody, twining vine that grows in moist woodlands and thickets. The extract is derived from the plant's root and rhizome, which have been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries, particularly by Native American and early colonial healers. Wild yam is best known for its naturally occurring plant sterols—especially diosgenin—and its traditional use to support comfort and balance during times of occasional physical tension.
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Women’s wellness support (tradition-forward) - Wild yam has a long history of use in women’s herbal routines, particularly around monthly cycle comfort and midlife wellness. Diosgenin is often discussed in women’s health circles due to its role as a starting material used in laboratories to produce certain hormones.
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Comfort support (traditional use) - Traditionally used for occasional muscle tension and general bodily discomfort associated with overexertion or normal day-to-day stiffness.
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Digestive comfort (traditional use) - Historically used to support stomach and intestinal comfort, especially during occasional digestive upset.
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Relaxation of occasional spasms (traditional use) - Traditionally used as an herb to support smooth muscle relaxation, which is why it’s commonly associated with cramp-like discomfort.
Note: Consult a healthcare professional before use, especially if you are pregnant or nursing, have a medical condition, or take medications.
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Dong Quai
Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) Extract
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A long history of traditional use for women’s wellness and monthly support.
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Native to the cold, mountainous regions of China, Japan, and Korea, dong quai has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years. It's often called the "female ginseng."
Known in Traditional Chinese wellness traditions for centuries, dong quai (Angelica sinensis) is a botanical root often associated with women’s wellness routines. In modern supplement formats, it’s commonly used to help support monthly comfort, overall balance, and everyday vitality—especially when paired with complementary botanicals.
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Women’s wellness support: traditionally used in women’s herbal practices, especially during monthly cycles and seasonal life stages
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Monthly comfort support: helps support comfort and overall well-being during the monthly cycle*
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Healthy circulation support: traditionally used to support healthy blood flow as part of overall wellness*
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Antioxidant support: contains naturally occurring plant compounds that help support the body’s defenses against oxidative stress*
Dong quai naturally contains well-studied botanical constituents such as ferulic acid and phthalides, which are frequently discussed for their role in antioxidant activity and overall wellness support.
*Consult a healthcare professional before use, especially if you are pregnant or nursing, take blood-thinning medications, or have hormone-sensitive conditions. Discontinue use and consult a professional if you experience any adverse reactions.
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Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa, syn. Cimicifuga racemosa) Extract
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Traditionally used to support women through natural life-stage transitions.
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Native to eastern North America, black cohosh grows in woodland areas from Ontario to Georgia. The extract is derived from the plant's roots and rhizomes. Black cohosh has a long history of traditional use by Indigenous peoples.
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Black cohosh is widely used in women’s botanical formulas, particularly those designed to support comfort during midlife transitions. Research on black cohosh is ongoing, and individual responses can vary.
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Supports overall comfort during the menopausal transition*
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Supports general mood and relaxation*
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Supports general musculoskeletal comfort*
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Ashwagandha
(Withania somnifera)
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Supports the body’s stress response and promotes calm resilience.
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Sourced from a small woody shrub native to the dry regions of India, North Africa, and the Mediterranean, ashwagandha has been a foundational herb in Ayurvedic wellness traditions for over 3,000 years. Our ashwagandha is made from the plant’s thick, tuberous roots, typically harvested after 1–2 years of growth, then carefully dried and milled for use in drink mixes. When organically cultivated, it’s grown without synthetic pesticides, helping preserve the natural integrity of the root.
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Ashwagandha is best known as an adaptogen, a class of botanicals people use to support the body during everyday stress and demanding schedules. It is an ancient Ayurvedic root used for modern-day calm, focus, and resilience.
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Adaptogen — helps the body manage stress by regulating cortisol levels
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Energy & stamina — traditionally used to combat fatigue and improve endurance
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Cognitive support — may enhance memory, focus, and mental clarity
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Sleep quality — the species name somnifera literally means "sleep-inducing"
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Hormonal balance — supports thyroid and testosterone levels in some studies
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Affron® Saffron Extract
Affron® Saffron Stigma Extract
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Affron® is a rigorously standardized, well-researched saffron extract valued for daily mood support, stress support, and overall wellness. Supports a positive mood and emotional wellbeing.
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Affron® is derived from the stigmas of Crocus sativus L., cultivated in Spain’s Castilla-La Mancha region (Alborea, Albacete). It is produced by Pharmactive Biotech Products SL using a proprietary low-temperature extraction process designed to help preserve key naturally occurring compounds.
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“NLT” means Not Less Than. Lepticrosalides® refers to Affron®’s branded complex of naturally occurring saffron constituents, including safranal and crocin isomers, measured by HPLC and standardized to not less than 3.5%.
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Affron® is a standardized saffron extract studied for its role in supporting everyday wellness. Saffron’s naturally occurring compounds are widely researched for their antioxidant activity and for helping support the body’s normal response to daily stress.
Affron® is especially popular for:
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Mood support and emotional well-being
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Stress and tension support
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Supporting a balanced mindset and day-to-day quality of life
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Shilajit
Shilajit (Asphaltum / Mineral Pitch) — Mineral-Rich Mountain Resin
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Provides trace minerals and supports overall vitality and energy.
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Shilajit is a rare, tar-like resin that naturally seeps from the cracks of high-altitude rock formations in some of the world’s most rugged mountain ranges—most notably the Himalayas, Altai, and Caucasus. Formed over centuries from the gradual transformation of ancient plant and microbial matter under intense pressure and heat, shilajit has long been prized as a concentrated source of naturally occurring minerals and bioactive compounds. Often referred to in Ayurveda as the “destroyer of weakness,” shilajit has been used for generations as a daily vitality ingredient. In its traditional resin form, it’s widely regarded as the most authentic and potent format due to its minimal processing and naturally concentrated composition.
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Cellular energy & stamina support: Naturally rich in fulvic acid, shilajit is commonly used to support the body’s energy production pathways—helping you feel more resilient, steady, and ready for the day.
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Cognitive clarity: A go-to ingredient for mental performance routines, shilajit is often used to support focus and help cut through occasional “brain fog,” especially when stacked with other daily wellness essentials.
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Trace mineral delivery: Shilajit contains 80+ trace minerals and nutrient cofactors in forms that are often described as highly bioavailable—making it a unique “mineral backbone” ingredient in functional blends.
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Vitality & men’s performance tradition: Traditionally used in Ayurveda to support male reproductive health and vitality, shilajit is one of the most recognized heritage ingredients in men’s wellness formulations.
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Antioxidant support: With naturally occurring fulvic and humic compounds, shilajit is commonly positioned for antioxidant support—helping the body defend against oxidative stress from everyday life.
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Brain & Gut-Connected Wellness for Cognitive Support & Mood
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba Extract
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Supports healthy cerebral circulation and cognitive function.
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Derived from the leaves of the Ginkgo biloba tree, one of the oldest living tree species on Earth. Native to China and used in traditional medicine for thousands of years, it is a time-honored botanical used in traditional wellness practices for centuries. Ginkgo biloba is best known for its role in supporting mental clarity and healthy circulation. In modern supplements, the most studied option is a standardized leaf extract—commonly standardized to 24% flavone glycosides to help ensure consistent potency and reliability from scoop to scoop.
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Brain & Memory Support: May help support cognitive performance, memory, and mental sharpness—especially during times of increased demand.
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Healthy Circulation: Traditionally used to support blood flow, including circulation to the brain and peripheral areas.
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Antioxidant Support: Provides naturally occurring flavonoids and terpenoids that help support the body’s defenses against oxidative stress.
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Visual Wellness: May support overall eye health and visual function as part of healthy aging.
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Mood, Focus & Mental Energy: Often used to help support focus and reduce occasional mental fatigue.
*Consult a healthcare professional before use—especially if you take blood thinners or have a medical condition—as Ginkgo may interact with certain medications.
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Turkey Tail Mushroom
(Trametes versicolor)
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Supports immune health and overall gut microbiome wellness.
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Turkey Tail is a fan-shaped functional mushroom that grows naturally on dead and decaying hardwood logs and stumps throughout forests in North America, Europe, and Asia. It’s one of the most common and widely studied mushrooms in traditional wellness practices, and it’s especially known for its unique polysaccharide compounds.
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Immune system support – Turkey Tail contains polysaccharopeptides (PSP) and polysaccharide-K (PSK)—bioactive compounds that have been studied for their role in supporting healthy immune function.*
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Gut microbiome support – Naturally occurring fibers and polysaccharides in Turkey Tail can act as prebiotics, helping support the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.*
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Antioxidant support – Turkey Tail contains antioxidant compounds such as phenols and flavonoids, which help support the body’s defenses against oxidative stress.*
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Clinically researched compounds – PSK has been researched extensively, including use in Japan as an approved product (Krestin) in certain clinical settings alongside conventional care. This ingredient is included in our blend for its long history of interest in immune science—not as a treatment or cure for disease.*
*These statements are for general wellness support and ingredient education and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.