Supplement Guides

Evidence-based guides to help you understand which supplements actually work, when to take them, and what to watch out for.

Testing is performed by CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited reference laboratories. Results support clinician interpretation and risk assessment and are not intended as stand-alone diagnoses or treatments. Superpower reports a mix of direct and derived biomarker metrics.

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The following 100+ biomarkers are included with your annual Superpower membership.*

Our Supplement Guides

Supplement Basics

Can You Bring Supplements on a Plane?

TSA rules by supplement form, and what changes at international customs.

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Can You Take Supplements While Fasting?

Which supplements break a fast, and which ones won't.

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How Long Does It Take for Supplements to Work?

Realistic timelines for supplement absorption, from fast-acting vitamins to slow-building nutrients.

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Supplements Every Woman Should Take

Evidence-based supplement recommendations for women across reproductive years, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and beyond.

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Supplements for Toddlers Who Won't Eat Vegetables

A practical guide to filling nutritional gaps when your toddler refuses vegetables, with evidence-based supplement options and age-appropriate dosing.

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Specialty Supplements

Do Lymphatic Drainage Supplements Work?

Examining whether lymphatic drainage supplements can actually improve lymph flow and reduce swelling, reviewing the evidence behind popular ingredients.

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How Much Beef Liver Supplement Should You Take Per Day?

A practical guide to dosing beef liver supplements based on your nutrient status, dietary gaps, and absorption timing.

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Supplements That Increase Blood Oxygen Levels

Learn which supplements may improve oxygen transport and utilization, and what the science actually shows about their effectiveness.

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What Are NAD Supplements? Benefits and Safety

NAD+ supplements promise to restore cellular energy, reverse aging, and optimize metabolism, but the science is more nuanced than the marketing.

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What Are Peptide Supplements?

Short chains of amino acids marketed for muscle growth, recovery, and performance enhancement.

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Supplement Safety

Can Supplements Cause Weight Gain?

Understanding which supplements affect your weight, how they do it, and what your scale is actually telling you.

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Do Supplements Expire? How to Tell If They're Still Good

Understanding supplement expiration dates helps you decide whether that bottle in your cabinet is still worth taking.

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How to Spot Fake Supplements

A practical guide to identifying counterfeit supplements, recognizing warning signs, and verifying product authenticity before you buy.

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Is Silicon Dioxide Safe in Supplements?

Silicon dioxide is one of the most common additives in supplements, yet most people have no idea what it does or whether it belongs in their daily vitamins.

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Supplements That Raise Blood Pressure

Common supplements including licorice root, caffeine, and St. John's wort can significantly elevate blood pressure through distinct cardiovascular mechanisms.

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Brain, Mood & Hormones

How to Increase Dopamine with Supplements

A guide to supplements that support dopamine production, including clinical evidence and practical dosing strategies.

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Supplements That Help with Depression: What the Research Says

Evidence-based supplements for depression support including omega-3s, vitamin D, and SAMe, with guidance on when professional help is essential.

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Supplements That Increase Estrogen Naturally

Explore phytoestrogens and herbal supplements that may support estrogen levels, with evidence-based guidance on safety and who might benefit.

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Supplements That Lower Cortisol: What Actually Works

Evidence-based guide to supplements that reduce cortisol levels, including ashwagandha and phosphatidylserine, plus potential side effects of adrenal support supplements.

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Best Supplements for ADHD: Focus and Attention Support

Evidence-based guidance on supplements that may support attention, focus, and cognitive function.

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Collagen & Beauty

Do Beard Growth Supplements Work?

Beard growth supplements promise thicker, fuller facial hair through vitamins, minerals, and botanical extracts, but the evidence for most ingredients is limited.

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Do Hair Growth Supplements Actually Work?

Separating clinical evidence from marketing claims to find which hair growth supplements deliver measurable results.

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How Long Does It Take for Collagen Supplements to Work?

Realistic timelines for collagen supplement results, optimal timing strategies, and what men need to know about collagen benefits.

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Iron Supplements

Can You Take Iron Supplements While Pregnant?

Your blood volume increases nearly 50% during pregnancy, and your diet alone can't keep up.

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How Long Does It Take for Iron Supplements to Work?

Iron supplements work faster than most people expect, but full recovery takes longer than you'd think.

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When to Take Iron Supplements: Morning vs. Night

Understanding when to take iron supplements can significantly impact how well your body absorbs this essential mineral.

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Can Iron Supplements Cause Diarrhea? 7 Common Side Effects and How to Manage Them

These side effects are predictable, dose-dependent, and often preventable once you understand what's driving them.

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Digestive Health

When to Take Fiber Supplements for Best Results

Learn the optimal timing and strategies for taking fiber supplements to support digestive health and overall wellness.

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6 Supplements That Can Cause Constipation (and How to Prevent It)

Some of the most widely recommended daily supplements can quietly work against your gut in ways the label never mentions.

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Best Supplements for Bloating Relief

Evidence-based guidance on digestive enzymes, probiotics, peppermint oil, and other supplements that reduce bloating, with practical dosing and timing strategies.

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Best Supplements for Gut Health

What to take, when to combine them, and how to know if they're working.

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Muscle & Energy

What Supplements Should I Take to Gain Muscle?

Evidence-based supplements ranked by effectiveness for building muscle and speeding recovery, with practical dosing for each.

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Supplements for Weight Gain: What Actually Helps

A science-backed guide to supplements that support healthy weight gain for people who struggle to eat enough.

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What Do Amino Acid Supplements Do?

Amino acid supplements provide the building blocks your body uses to construct proteins, support muscle recovery, and maintain tissue throughout your body.

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Best Supplements for Energy: What Actually Works

A science-backed ranking of the most effective supplements for sustained energy, from B vitamins and iron to CoQ10 and adaptogens.

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Organ Health

Best Supplements for Liver Health (and Do Detox Supplements Work?)

An evidence-based look at which liver health supplements have real clinical support, which are overhyped, and how to track whether anything you're taking is actually working.

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Supplements That Lower Cholesterol Naturally

Evidence-based guide to supplements that can help lower cholesterol, including red yeast rice, plant sterols, and omega-3 fatty acids, with dosages and safety notes.

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Supplements and Heart Health: What Helps and What to Avoid

A guide to understanding which supplements support cardiovascular function and which may increase arterial risk.

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What Supplements Are Good for Kidneys? A Science-Backed Guide

Evidence-based options that support kidney function, reduce uremic toxins, and address the nutritional gaps that declining filtration creates.

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Supported by the world’s top longevity clinicians and MDs.

Dr Anant Vinjamoori

Superpower Chief Longevity Officer, Harvard MD & MBA

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Dr Leigh Erin Connealy

Clinician & Founder of The Centre for New Medicine

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Dr Abe Malkin

Founder & Medical Director of Concierge MD

Dr Robert Lufkin

UCLA Medical Professor, NYT Bestselling Author

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Superpower
Membership

Your membership includes one comprehensive blood draw each year, covering 100+ biomarkers in a single collection
One appointment, one draw for your annual panel.
100+ biomarkers per year
A personalized plan that evolves with you
Get your biological age and track your health over a lifetime
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17
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billed annually
Pricing for members in NY & NJ is $399 with 90+ biomarkers tested.
Flexible payment options
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What's included exactly?

Your membership includes:

  • Annual full body testing across 100+ biomarkers
  • A custom action plan built on your biology and goals
  • 17 health scores and your biological age
  • Al Chat to dig deeper into your data

Many concierge clinics charge $10k – $100k for their services, we’ve built technology to make the world’s best healthcare as accessible as possible.

Where do I go for testing?

You will be able to schedule a 15 minute appointment (blocked out just for you) at one of our partner clinics. At home visits can also be scheduled for an additional fee.

Why is Superpower different?
  • Understand your results in a beautiful dashboard
  • 24/7 message access to a concierge care team, with answers within 24 hours on weekdays
  • Lab draw at-home option (extra charge)
  • Only one draw needed rather than two thanks to our partnership with Quest
  • Discounted access to our supplement marketplace. Highly curated brands at big savings for the lifetime of your membership
  • Personalized action plan
  • AI chat with all of your data
Do I need insurance?

No insurance needed. One flat fee, no co-pays or surprise charges. HSA/FSA cards accepted.

Does Superpower replace my primary care provider?

Superpower specializes in prevention-based testing and treatments and is not intended for emergency or immediate health issues.
While you will have a Superpower concierge, your annual membership is designed to complement a primary care doctor if you have one, not replace them.
We are happy to help you share any test results with an outside provider to ensure you receive well-rounded medical care.

Why can’t I order these tests with my doctor?

Most primary care doctors aren’t trained to run this kind of advanced testing.

We’ve negotiated special lab rates so we can offer 100+ tests at a fraction of the usual cost — often 1/4th the price.

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Advanced vs Baseline Panels
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What’s the difference between testing plans?

The Superpower Baseline Panel is already comprehensive.
It covers 10 times more biomarkers than a typical annual physical.

The Advanced Panel is designed to go deeper, with three scenarios in particular.

  • Uncovering risks that don’t show up in standard labs
    Markers like Lp(a), LDL lipoprotein fractionation help identify cardiovascular risk even when cholesterol looks normal.
  • Know what drives energy, metabolism and hormones
    Tests like insulin, IGF-1, thyroid antibodies, and inflammatory markers explain symptoms that basic hormone tests can’t.
  • Reveal deeper patterns
    Inflammation, autoimmunity, and nutrient markers (e.g. homocysteine, ESR, thyroid antibodies) can show what’s driving long-term health trends.

Individuals with family history of heart disease, unresolved symptoms, or a desire to understand inflammation and hormone health especially benefit from testing.

What’s the difference between testing plans?
Baseline Panel
100+ biomarkers
Advanced Panel
Additional 20 biomarkers
Doctors suggest testing the Advanced Panel at least once per year.
What's the difference between test plans

The Advanced Panel is designed to go deeper, with three scenarios in particular.

In this video, our clinician Brittany will explain what scenarios Advanced testing is helpful for.

Doctors suggest testing the Advanced Panel at least once per year.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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How it works
What should I expect during a blood draw?
  • A trained phlebotomist will guide you through the process.
  • A tourniquet is placed on your arm, the site is cleaned, and a small needle is used to collect blood into one or more tubes.
  • Results are usually ready in about a week.
  • Most people feel only a quick pinch.
  • The needle is removed, gentle pressure is applied, and a bandage is placed.
How do I prepare for a blood draw?
  • Drink plenty of water beforehand — hydration makes veins easier to find.
  • Wear loose sleeves so your arm is easy to access.
  • Follow any fasting instructions you’ve been given.
  • Let us know if you’re on medications, have fainted before, or have needle anxiety.
What should I do after my blood draw?
  • Press gently on the site for a few minutes.
  • Keep the bandage on for 4-6 hours.
  • Skip heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for the rest of the day.
  • Drink extra water to rehydrate.
  • Monitor the site for redness, swelling, or pain.
How do I book a blood draw with Superpower?

Your membership includes:

  • An annual full body test and report across 100+ biomarkers
  • A personalized action plan to optimize your biomarkers and reach your health goals
  • A dashboard to centralize your health data and track changes across a lifetime
  • Access to a health concierge for questions on your plan and help scheduling
  • Plus a marketplace of curated health products and services cheaper than amazon

Many concierge clinics charge $10k – $100k for their services, we’ve built technology to make the world’s best healthcare as accessible as possible via an all-in-one membership.

Where can I take my blood test?

Superpower is currently available in the following US states:

  • Alabama
  • Arizona
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
Our testing
Does Superpower replace my primary care provider?

Superpower specializes in prevention-based testing and treatments and is not intended for emergency or immediate health issues.

While you will have a Superpower care team, your annual membership is designed to complement a primary care doctor if you have one, not replace them.

We are happy to help you share any test results with an outside provider to ensure you receive well-rounded medical care.

How fast are blood test results and how do I read them?

Your annual lab test panel takes about a week to process. We will text you as soon as they become available in your dashboard. Other types of tests may have different testing windows. The Superpower concierge is your own health assistant who helps answer your questions on your results, ensure smooth scheduling, coordination of any office-based tests and navigating you to interface with your care team.

Does Superpower accept health insurance?

Superpower membership and products are all eligible for HSA/FSA funding.

We see Superpower like a gym membership for those committed to prevention and performance. Superpower is a bridge between wellness and healthcare. Health insurance traditionally focuses on reactive care whereas, at Superpower, we believe it’s never too early to start looking out for your long-term health.

What if I want more than 1 blood test per year?

Absolutely — you're not limited to just one. Your membership includes one comprehensive 100+ biomarker blood test each year, but if you'd like to track your progress more closely, you can add extra tests at any time. Each additional full-panel test come at an additional cost. You can order as many as you'd like throughout the year.

What we believe

It is our belief that if you improve your health, you can improve every other aspect of your life.

However, mainstream medicine has not helped many of us do that.

It is often one size fits all, reacts too late, and misses the full picture.

We built Superpower to change that.

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