RECOVERY

L-Tryptophan - A serotonin and melatonin precursor

L-tryptophan is an essential amino acid that the body cannot produce and must obtain from the diet. Amino acids influence many hormones, including melatonin and serotonin - the pacemakers of your day-night rhythm. L-tryptophan is used to build body proteins and serves as a precursor for several important compounds, including serotonin and melatonin, via specific metabolic pathways.

Glycine - a foundational amino acid

Glycine is a non-essential amino acid and one of the most abundant building blocks in human proteins, particularly collagen. It participates in many biochemical reactions and is involved in the synthesis of other molecules such as creatine and glutathione.

Ashwagandha KSM66 - a unique adaptogen

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a plant used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic practice, especially in the context of stress and vitality. In the EU, ashwagandha is often used in food supplements with the potential claim that it may contribute to emotional and mental balance and physical wellbeing.

To learn more about Ashwagandha, we can recommend the following literature:

• Effects of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on VO2max: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [PubMed]
• Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Root Extract in Insomnia and Anxiety: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study [PubMed]
• Adaptogenic and Anxiolytic Effects of Ashwagandha Root Extract in Healthy Adults: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study [PubMed]

Zinc, Magnesium (ZMA) & B6 complex

Zinc and magnesium are essential minerals that work in many fundamental processes in the body. Magnesium alone is involved in about 300 metabolic processes inside the body. In our ZMA blend, zinc contributes to protein synthesis, the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood and plays a role within cellular processes. Magnesium supports the normal muscle function, the functioning of the nervous system, protein synthesis, electrolyte balance and the energy-yielding metabolism. Vitamin B6 supports the regulation of hormonal activity such like the Serotonin-Melatonin cycle.

Because of this profile, ZMA+B6 offers strong core nutrients used in sports and evening formulas where muscle function, nervous system function and hormonal regulation are in focus.

Apigenin - a powerful flavonoid

Apigenin is a plant flavonoid naturally present in chamomile and other herbs while chamomile has traditionally been used to support relaxation and to help maintain normal sleep. Research is ongoing into its role in the body, but there are currently no authorised EU health claims for apigenin. In RECOVERY, chamomile extract is included as part of the overall plant-based formula. Numerous studies across multiple animal models also suggest that apigenin interacts with the NAD+ pathways.

To learn more about Apigenin, we can recommend the following literature:

• Apigenin: a natural molecule at the intersection of sleep and aging [Kramer and Johnson, 2024]

Lemon Balm - a traditional European herb

Lemon balm has a long history of traditional use in Europe, especially in the context of relaxation and sleep. Pending EU health claims describe lemon balm as helping to maintain normal sleep and supporting relaxation. This makes it a natural choice for our night-time blend.

Our nutrient complex is a first-class natural supplement. Summary of all health claims according to EU Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006:

• Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system. *
• Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function. *
• Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis. **
• Vitamin C supports normal immune system activity. **
• Folic acid have a function in cell division process and contributes to normal hematopoiesis. **
• Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system and contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.**
• Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity.***
• Ashwagandha may contribute to emotional and mental balance and physical wellbeing.* ****
• Lemon balm contributes to the maintenance of normal sleep and helps support relaxation.* ****
• Chamomile contributes to relaxation and helps maintain normal sleep.* ****

Beyond Recovery supports a variety of your body functions and metabolic processes for recovery, sleep and mental balance.

Claims are based on authorised and scientifically proven EU Health Claims. Claims on phytonutrients are aligned with the EFSA “botanicals on-hold” list; use is subject to national rules.

Nutrition and health science is constantly evolving, and new studies on nutrients and plant substances are published regularly.

In our product communication we use the health claims that are authorised under EU regulations and neutral scientific background information. You are free to consult online public research databases or consult with a specialized doctor or certified nutritionist for additional insights and latest findings.