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Iron Deficiency

Fatigue and anemia.

Ranked by evidence strength across reported benefits.

Compound#1· strong

Coffee

Caffeine + polyphenol matrix with strong evidence for mortality and T2D reduction.

Vitamin#2· strong

Vitamin B12

Essential cobalamin for methylation, red blood cell formation, and myelin maintenance.

Herb#3· strong

Ginger

Culinary rhizome with strong antiemetic and anti-inflammatory effects.

Compound#4· strong

Caffeine

Adenosine antagonist with strong evidence for cognitive and physical performance.

Vitamin#5· strong

Hydroxocobalamin (B12)

Long-acting injectable form of B12 — used clinically for deficiency and cyanide poisoning.

Herb#6· strong

Saffron

Culinary spice with antidepressant effects comparable to SSRIs in mild-moderate depression.

Vitamin#7· strong

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Cofactor for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve conduction.

Vitamin#8· strong

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Cofactor for >100 enzymes including neurotransmitter synthesis.

Vitamin#9· strong

Folate (Vitamin B9)

One-carbon donor essential for DNA synthesis and neural tube development.

Mineral#10· strong

Iron

Oxygen-carrying mineral central to hemoglobin and cellular respiration.

Compound#11· strong

Beetroot Juice

Dietary nitrate source improving NO production, BP, and endurance performance.

Herb#12· strong

Chasteberry (Vitex)

Dopaminergic herb reducing prolactin and improving PMS/luteal phase symptoms.

Compound#13· strong

Myo-Inositol

Insulin sensitizer used for PCOS and anxiety/OCD support.

Compound#14· strong

Lactobacillus Probiotics

Lactic acid bacteria supporting gut barrier, immunity, and women's urogenital health.

Vitamin#15· strong

Methylfolate (L-5-MTHF)

Bioactive folate that bypasses the MTHFR enzyme — preferred in MTHFR variants and pregnancy.

Herb#16· strong

Tribulus terrestris (Libido)

Steroidal saponin herb claimed for libido and sexual function.

Compound#17· strong

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)

NAD+ precursor with bioavailability and longevity research interest.

Compound#18· strong

NMN

NAD+ precursor similar to NR; bioavailability route debated.

Vitamin#19· strong

B-Complex (Drinking Recovery)

Alcohol depletes B1, B6, folate — repletion supports neurological recovery.

Vitamin#20· strong

Methylcobalamin (B12)

Active methyl-form of B12 — directly usable in the methylation cycle.

Vitamin#21· strong

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)

NAD+ precursor that bypasses the flush — studied for cellular aging.

Compound#22· strong

Modafinil (Rx note)

Wakefulness-promoting Rx — listed for reference; not a supplement.

Mineral#23· strong

Ferrous Sulfate

Standard low-cost iron salt — effective but commonly causes GI side effects.

Mineral#24· strong

Heme Iron Polypeptide

Animal-source heme iron — absorbed via separate receptor, unaffected by phytates/calcium.

Compound#25· strong

Ubiquinone (CoQ10)

Standard oxidized CoQ10 — cheaper and effective in younger adults who can readily reduce it.

Fatty Acid#26· strong

DHA (Prenatal)

Critical fatty acid for fetal brain and retinal development.

Compound#27· moderate

Coenzyme Q10

Mitochondrial electron carrier and lipid-soluble antioxidant.

Amino Acid#28· moderate

L-Carnitine

Shuttles long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria for β-oxidation.

Herb#29· moderate

Maca

Andean root associated with libido improvement and energy without hormone changes.

Herb#30· moderate

Rhodiola Rosea

Arctic adaptogen — reduces fatigue and improves mental performance under stress.

Herb#31· moderate

Panax Ginseng

Adaptogenic ginseng studied for fatigue, cognition, and erectile function.

Compound#32· moderate

Soy Isoflavones

Phytoestrogens with mild SERM effects on bone, hot flashes, and lipids.

Compound#33· moderate

Myo-Inositol

Insulin-sensitizing sugar alcohol — first-line non-Rx option for PCOS.

Compound#34· moderate

Ubiquinol (CoQ10)

Reduced active form of CoQ10 — preferred in adults over 40 and those with statin-induced depletion.

Amino Acid#35· moderate

Taurine

Conditionally essential amino acid involved in bile salt conjugation, osmoregulation, and cardiac function.

Compound#36· moderate

Shilajit

Himalayan mineral exudate rich in fulvic acid, studied for testosterone and fatigue.

Compound#37· moderate

DIM (Diindolylmethane)

Cruciferous-derived compound modulating estrogen metabolism toward 2-OH pathway.

Compound#38· moderate

DIM (Diindolylmethane)

Cruciferous-vegetable metabolite that shifts estrogen metabolism toward 2-OH (protective) pathways.

Herb#39· moderate

Chasteberry (Vitex)

Dopaminergic herb that lowers prolactin and supports luteal-phase progesterone.

Herb#40· moderate

Maca (Lepidium meyenii)

Andean root traditionally used for libido and fertility — non-hormonal mechanism.

Herb#41· moderate

Rhodiola Rosea

Arctic adaptogen for mental fatigue, burnout, and stress resilience.

Vitamin#42· moderate

P-5-P (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate)

Active coenzyme form of B6 — preferred over pyridoxine HCl for sensitive populations.

Compound#43· moderate

NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide)

Direct NAD+ precursor — popular longevity supplement with growing human data.

Amino Acid#44· moderate

L-Tyrosine (Dopamine Replenishment)

Catecholamine precursor — replenishes dopamine/norepinephrine pools after stimulant use.

Vitamin#45· moderate

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

FAD/FMN precursor central to redox reactions and migraine prophylaxis.

Mineral#46· moderate

Calcium

Major bone mineral; also critical for muscle contraction and nerve signaling.

Amino Acid#47· moderate

L-Tyrosine

Catecholamine precursor preserving cognition under stress and sleep deprivation.

Herb#48· moderate

Schisandra

Adaptogenic berry traditionally used for stamina, liver protection, and stress resilience.

Mushroom#49· moderate

Cordyceps

Medicinal fungus studied for aerobic capacity and immune modulation.

Herb#50· moderate

Black Cohosh

Standardized extract for menopausal vasomotor symptoms.

Herb#51· moderate

Spearmint Tea

Used for hirsutism in PCOS via mild anti-androgen effect.

Herb#52· moderate

Cranberry

Berry with PACs that inhibit E. coli adhesion to urothelium for UTI prevention.

Compound#53· moderate

D-Mannose

Simple sugar that binds E. coli fimbriae, flushing them from the urinary tract.

Herb#54· moderate

Black Cohosh

Phytotherapy for menopausal vasomotor symptoms — non-estrogenic but symptom-active.

Amino Acid#55· moderate

L-Tyrosine (Thyroid Substrate)

Amino acid substrate paired with iodine to form thyroid hormones.

Herb#56· moderate

Panax Ginseng (Sexual Health)

Korean red ginseng with RCT-level evidence for erectile dysfunction.

Vitamin#57· moderate

Adenosylcobalamin (B12)

Mitochondrial coenzyme form of B12 — partners with methylcobalamin for full B12 status.

Vitamin#58· moderate

Riboflavin-5-Phosphate

Active form of B2 — used directly as FMN without liver conversion.

Mineral#59· moderate

Iron Bisglycinate

Chelated ferrous iron — best-tolerated form with high absorption and minimal GI distress.

Nootropic#60· moderate

Sulbutiamine

Lipid-soluble thiamine derivative crossing the BBB for fatigue and focus.

Herb#61· moderate

Yerba Mate (Weight)

Polyphenol-caffeine extract used for appetite and energy.

Compound#62· moderate

P-Synephrine (Bitter Orange)

Bitter orange alkaloid used as ephedrine-replacement fat burner.

Mushroom#63· moderate

Cordyceps CS-4

Standardized cultivated cordyceps for kidney and energy support.

Herb#64· moderate

Yerba Mate (Focus)

Polyphenolic stimulant alternative to coffee for focus.

Herb#65· moderate

Panax Ginseng (Cognitive)

Asian ginseng (G115) studied for mental performance.

Herb#66· moderate

Rhodiola SHR-5 (Fatigue)

Adaptogen for stress-related fatigue and burnout.

Compound#67· moderate

Shilajit (Fulvic-Standardized)

Himalayan mineral pitch with fulvic acids studied for testosterone.

Compound#68· moderate

Myo-Inositol

Insulin sensitizer for PCOS and metabolic health.

Compound#69· moderate

PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone)

Redox cofactor for mitochondrial biogenesis.

Mushroom#70· moderate

Cordyceps Militaris

Cordycepin-rich mushroom for energy and exercise.

Herb#71· moderate

Rhodiola SHR-5

Standardized Rhodiola for fatigue.

Herb#72· moderate

Suma Root

Brazilian ginseng adaptogen.

Herb#73· moderate

Black Maca

Lepidium meyenii black variant for energy.

Herb#74· moderate

Chaste Tree (Vitex)

Vitex agnus-castus for PMS.

Compound#75· moderate

Genistein

Soy isoflavone with bone benefits.

Compound#76· moderate

S-Equol

Daidzein metabolite for menopause.

Vitamin#77· moderate

Allithiamine

Garlic-derived fat-soluble thiamine.

Vitamin#78· moderate

Methylcobalamin High-Dose

Active B12 form for neuropathy.

Herb#79· moderate

Cranberry Extract

Vaccinium macrocarpon for UTI prevention.

Compound#80· moderate

Royal Jelly

Queen bee secretion with 10-HDA.

Compound#81· moderate

Bee Pollen

Pollen collected by bees.

Mineral#82· moderate

Heme Iron Polypeptide

Heme iron from bovine blood.

Fatty Acid#83· moderate

Evening Primrose Oil

GLA omega-6 for skin and PMS.

Herb#84· limited

Eleuthero

Adaptogen used to support stamina, immune function, and stress resilience.

Fatty Acid#85· limited

Evening Primrose Oil

Omega-6 source rich in GLA, used for atopic dermatitis and cyclical breast pain.

Herb#86· limited

Shatavari

Ayurvedic adaptogen used for female hormone balance and lactation support.

Mineral#87· limited

Magnesium Malate

Magnesium + malic acid — favored for daytime energy and fibromyalgia-related fatigue.

Vitamin#88· limited

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)

Component of coenzyme A, central to fatty acid and acetylcholine synthesis.

Herb#89· limited

Yerba Mate

South American caffeine-containing tea with saponin and chlorogenic acid content.

Herb#90· limited

Dong Quai

TCM herb traditionally used for menstrual and menopausal symptoms.

Herb#91· limited

Red Clover

Isoflavone-rich legume traditionally used for menopausal symptoms.

Compound#92· limited

PQQ

Cofactor stimulating mitochondrial biogenesis (PGC-1α).

Herb#93· limited

Kratom (caution)

Atypical opioid herb with stimulant low-dose and sedating high-dose effects; addiction risk.

Herb#94· limited

Uva-Ursi

Antibacterial herb for acute uncomplicated UTI; alkaline urine required.

Compound#95· limited

Marine Protein Complex (AminoMar)

Proprietary marine-derived complex (AminoMar) clinically studied for thinning hair in women.

Amino Acid#96· limited

L-Ornithine

Urea-cycle amino acid that lowers fatigue and supports nighttime GH release.

Nootropic#97· limited

Phenylpiracetam

Racetam + phenethylamine moiety — stimulant-like nootropic with rapid tolerance.

Compound#98· limited

PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone)

Mitochondrial biogenesis cofactor — pairs with CoQ10 for energy production.