Banned Ingredient List

Ingredients that will never be in our products, but not limited to:

Acesulfame-K (Ace-K)

An artificial sweetener that has been linked to blood sugar and insulin issues.

Aspartame (Nutrasweet, Equal)

An artificial sweetener that has been linked to blood sugar and insulin issues.

Banned substances

A list of 200 ingredients banned by the international athletic federations. These are substances that will disqualify an athlete to competition.

Benzoic acid

Artificial preservatives that can be carcinogenic.

Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)

Artificial preservatives that can be carcinogenic.

Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)

An artificial antioxidant preservative that accumulates in organs such as the liver.

Bisphenol A (BPA)

A plasticizer that mimics estrogen in the body that can disrupt hormones. It can also influence fetal development.

Carmine (cochineal, natural red 4)

A red dye made from insects that can cause allergic reactions.

Cyclamates

Artificial sweeteners. Studies have associated them with bladder and testicular issues.

Ethyl vanillin

Artificial vanilla flavor. It is manufactured from petrochemicals and has been reported to cause allergic reactions and headaches in sensitive individuals.

Ethylene oxide (ETO)

Used to sterilize food, botanicals, and spices. It is classified as a carcinogen.

FD&C numbered color pigments

Artificial colors and dyes.

Glycols (propylene glycol)

Used as sweeteners and preservatives and are toxic. They are toxic to the liver, kidney, and nervous system.

Gluten

Contained in wheat, rye, and barley. It is an allergen associated with celiac disease.

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS)

A sweetener made from corn starch that can contribute to metabolic issues, inflammation, and liver issues.

Hydrogenated oils (partially hydrogenated oil, trans-fats)

These are oils often used as fillers in softgels. These contain trans-fats associated with metabolic issues, inflammation, and disease.

Irradiation

Used to sterilize foods and botanicals. There are no long-term studies on its safety.

Nut-derived ingredients (tree nuts, peanuts)

Among the eight most common allergens that can cause allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.

Polyethylene glycol (PEGs)

Coating on tablets. It is often contaminated with carcinogens.

Propyl gallate

A synthetic preservative that is a carcinogen.

Saccharin (Sweet 'N Low, Sugar Twin)

An artificial sweetener that has been linked to cancer.

Sodium benzoate

An artificial preservative that is carcinogenic.

Sorbitol

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener that causes gastrointestinal issues.

Stearates (stearic acid, magnesium stearate)

Manufacturing aids that can inhibit the absorption of nutrients.

Sucralose (Splenda)

An artificial sweetener linked to cancer and gut flora issues.

Sulfites (potassium bisulfite, sodium sulfite)

Preservatives that can cause severe asthmatic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals.

Synthetic vanillin

Artificial vanilla flavor generally derived from petrochemicals. It can trigger GI issues and migraines.

Tertiary butylhydroquinone (TBHQ)

A synthetic antioxidant related to BHA and BHT. It is neurotoxic.

Titanium dioxide

A metallic colorant that makes ingredients white. It has been classified as a carcinogen.