More Than a Multivitamin: A Deep-Dive Inside Our VITA•MIN•HERB® Formula

We think our basic Multi•Vita•Min® is pretty special, but we know that many of you might be looking for something that goes beyond the essentials – like the best men's multivitamin for energy or the best women's multivitamin to support hormone balance – and we’ve got some good news! Not only do our Vita•Min•Herb for Men and Vita•Min•Herb for Women support energy and hormonal harmony, these comprehensive multivitamins cover all aspects of your wellness with targeted health support for your entire body. 

Our Vita•Min•Herb® for Men and Vita•Min•Herb® for Women were so thoughtfully formulated to make these products “just right”. But we understand that the long list of ingredients can be a little overwhelming. So let’s dig into their labels and find out what’s what and why we included it:

Vitamins and Minerals

Like all of our multivitamins, we made sure that Vita•Min•Herb for Men and Vita•Min•Herb for Women contain the most bioavailable forms of the core nutrients that support your foundational wellness. The amount of each essential vitamin and mineral is designed to promote optimal health, sometimes safely exceeding the RDA in cases where research suggests a benefit to higher amounts. (Learn more about why the RDA may not always be optimal.) 

Herbs

Our Vita•Min•Herb® for Men and Vita•Min•Herb® for Women also contain a comprehensive blend of SuperPure® herbal extracts – uniquely tailored to help men and women thrive every day.

For Energy and Hormone Balance (Women)

Vita•Min•Herb for Women contains a blend of adaptogenic herbs that help promote steady energy and maintain balanced hormones for women of all ages and stages of life. 

• Shatavari: a rejuvenating herb revered in Ayurvedic tradition for helping to sustain graceful hormonal harmony. Shatavari is also considered an energy and vitality promoter that also encourages healthy digestive function. 
• Rhodiola: has been shown to support a healthy response to stress and help you stay physically, mentally, and emotionally balanced. Research attributes rhodiola’s powerful benefits to its unique bioactive compounds known as rosavins and salidrosides. 
• Wild yam:  traditionally used to support healthy menstrual cycles and healthy uterine function in pre-menopausal women. Wild yam has also been shown to support healthy mood and support liver health. 
• Ashwagandha: one of the most prominent and multi-purpose adaptogenic herbs used in Ayurvedic medicine, ashwagandha promotes healthy energy, a sense of vitality, and a healthy response to stress. 
• Eleuthero: also known as Siberian ginseng, this potent adaptogenic herb not only supports a healthy stress response, but it also nourishes a healthy and immune defense. 
• Licorice root: an all-in-one herb that supports healthy digestion, healthy hormone balance, healthy stress resilience, and a healthy immune response. Traditional Chinese Medicine uses it as a guide herb or "servant" to temper or synergize the other herbs in the formula and maximize their benefits.

For Energy and Hormone Vitality (Men)

Vita•Min•Herb for Men contains a blend of herbs designed specifically to support healthy energy and vitality in men of all ages.

• Ashwagandha: a universal adaptogen that supports sustained energy and stress resilience, enhancing men’s sense of youth and vitality. 
• Rhodiola: Promotes balance and endurance through everyday pressures and stress, powered by rhodiola’s powerful rosavin and salidroside compounds. 
• Damiana: commonly thought of as an aphrodisiac, it is used traditionally to support sexual health.
• Shatavari: a highly coveted adaptogenic herb that nourishes flow throughout the body, providing benefits for hormone balance, head-to-toe energy, and healthy digestion. 
• Eleuthero: often nicknamed Siberian ginseng, eleuthero is a botanically unique herb that is appreciated for its invigorating qualities, supporting a robust response to stress and immune strength. 
• Licorice root: a highly synergistic herb that promotes the effectiveness of other herbs, licorice root also fosters balance in digestion, hormones, and the stress response. 
• Tribulus: a particularly beneficial adaptogen for upholding men’s reproductive health by supporting healthy hormone function, tribulus also helps boost energy and athletic performance. 

For Digestion

Healthy digestion is needed by all of us to ensure that food is properly absorbed and utilized, and to so all the nutrients we consume can support our optimal physical and emotional wellbeing. That’s why we included these gut-loving ingredients in both of our Vita•Min•Herb formulas: 

• Acacia: a soluble fiber with proven prebiotic properties to support a healthy gut microbiome. It is also rich in arabinogalactans, a family of compounds that have immune-supporting benefits.
• Triphala: translates into "three fruits" which describes the classic Ayurvedic formulation consisting of three bitter fruits: Amalaki, Bibhitaki, and Haritaki. This quintessential digestive herb is popular for its ability to promote nourish and help rejuvenate our natural cleansing and detoxifying systems.
• Ginger: best known for its positive support of healthy digestion, but ginger root also supports the enzyme that helps you produce and recycle glutathione, your master antioxidant. Ginger has also been widely researched to support a healthy immune defense. 
• Pippali: formally known as Piper nigrum, this powerfully rejuvenating spice, and digestive aid, also potentiates the action and absorption of other herbs, helping to enhance their health benefits. 
• Black pepper: rich in micronutrients, including vitamin C, that support healthy and balanced digestion. The piperine in black pepper also has the ability to support the uptake of other nutrients for our bodies.

For Immune Support

A healthy immune defense is key to maintaining your health through all seasons of the year and seasons of life. Vita•Min•Herb for Men and Vita•Min•Herb for Women include a whole posse of herbs with potent immune benefits. 

• Astragalus: well known for its ability to support a healthy immune defense, this traditional Chinese herb is also helpful during times of stress and fatigue. 
• Turmeric: an overachieving herb that supports immune health, healthy digestion, cognitive function and cardiovascular health. 
• Holy Basil: also known as "Tulsi" this incomparable herb is an all-around wellness and vitality supporter that helps encourage a healthy mood, digestion, and immune system. 

   

For Heart Health

A strong heart is key to a strong body. Our Vita•Min•Herb formulas help you care for your cardiovascular core with these special herbs: 

• Hawthorne berry: often referred to as "nutrition for the heart," hawthorne berries support heart health and healthy blood vessel integrity thanks to their unique set of bioflavonoids and proanthocyanidins
• Fo-Ti Root (Vita•Min•Herb for Men): considered an energy tonic that can support heart health.
• Motherwort (Vita•Min•Herb for Women): has a long history of use for maintaining nourishing healthy heart function and supporting a healthy rhythm, while also helping to uphold female hormone cycles.
• Jujube fruit (Vita•Min•Herb for Women): this date-like fruit is an excellent source of nutrients like fiber and vitamin C, plus it’s packed with antioxidants that promote cardiovascular health, healthy sleep, and digestion. 
• Poria sclerotium (Vita•Min•Herb for Women): a widely favored mushroom in traditional Chinese medicine for its proven ability to foster healthy cellular function and to support optimal cardiovascular and brain health. 

For a Healthy Brain and Focused Mind

• Bacopa: a nootropic herb that supports healthy memory, concentration, and alertness, while also fostering healthy sleep and relaxation. 
• Gotu Kola: known in India as a powerful brain tonic, gotu kola promotes a sharp memory, mental clarity, and a healthy mood by supporting healthy nerves and neural communication. 

For Additional Support

If all of the above doesn’t have you impressed, we’ve infused even more herbal harmony into Vita•Min•Herb® for Men and Vita•Min•Herb® for Women, including vibrant spices and flower essences to holistically fortify and nourish. 

• Cinnamon (men): our favorite warming spice is also high in antioxidants with the ability to support healthy metabolic and immune balance. 
• Fennel Seed (both): fennel seeds have a rich storehouse of essential vitamins, minerals, and health-promoting antioxidants and essential oils. They can also support healthy digestive function. 
• Cardamom (both): a synergistic spice that supports digestion and promotes the efficacy of other spices and herbs. 
• Chrysanthemum (both): a fragrant flower that supports healthy detoxification and promotes vitality and circulation.
• Rosemary (both): a pungent herb that fosters healthy circulation throughout the body, supporting digestion, blood flow, and healthy cognition 
• Clove (both): a powerful spice that contains a range of highly valuable, immune-supportive essential oils. 
• Saffron (both): a precious spice that has been linked to maintaining a healthy mood, libido, and sexual function. 
• Sage (both): an aromatic herb with leaves that are high in antioxidants and have shown the ability to support oral and brain health. 
• Calendula flower (women): an energetically cooling plant with a strong affinity for supporting lymphatic flow and skin health. 
• Lavender flower (women): a favored calming botanical appreciated for its support of a healthy mood, sleep, and stress response. 
• Passionflower (women): used since the 17th century for its healthy, mood-calming qualities, passionflower has been shown to uphold healthy levels of GABA in your brain, a natural chemical that promotes calm. 
• St. John’s flower (women): a traditional European herb that encourages a happy mood and peaceful state.
• Chamomile flower (women): a traditional, multipurpose herb known for its ability to promote calm and overall balance. 
• Honeysuckle flower (women): a sweet, fragrant flower used traditionally for supporting healthy digestion and detoxification. 
• Rose flower (women): this incomparable bloom is used in Ayurvedic tradition for its calming, soothing support for your soul and your skin.

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