Key takeaways
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Supplements can work when they deliver nutrients in the right amounts and forms your body can use, filling specific gaps in everyday diets.
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In the UK, only authorised nutrient health claims are allowed—so we can say exactly what a vitamin or mineral contributes to, not that it treats or cures anything.
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Real-world wins look like this: vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, magnesium contributes to normal muscle function, and vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones—when taken at qualifying intakes.
Why this question matters
Between work, family and everything else, even well-intentioned eaters can miss the mark on micronutrients. Supplements aren’t shortcuts; they’re tools—a simple, measurable way to add known amounts of nutrients to your day. Our job at LSC is to keep that process honest, transparent and compliant: the right nutrient, in the right form, at the right dose, with clear, authorised benefits only.
How (and why) supplements work — the simple science
1) Nutrients do specific jobs
In UK law, the allowed way to explain “does it work?” is to link a nutrient to a normal body function—not to a disease. Here are examples you’ll see on our site and labels:
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Vitamin C: contributes to the normal function of the immune system and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
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Iron: contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to normal cognitive function.
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Magnesium: contributes to normal muscle function and to the maintenance of normal bones.
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Vitamin D: contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and to the normal function of the immune system.
Those aren’t marketing lines—they’re authorised health claims that can only be used when the daily portion meets the register’s conditions (generally ≥15% of the Nutrient Reference Value per daily dose). That’s why well-formulated supplements feel predictable: the intake is defined, the effect is specific, and the claim is regulated.
2) Dosing and form matter
Two products can look similar but perform differently because of dose (does it meet claim conditions?) and form (is it an approved vitamin/mineral form?). UK rules specify permitted forms for vitamins and minerals and require minimum amounts for claims. We design around those rules so you can trust what’s on the tin.
3) There’s a compliance guardrail
Claims must be truthful, authorised and documented. We keep evidence files and quality records, and we avoid prohibited language like “cures,” “prevents,” “detox,” or “clinical strength.” If you see a benefit on our pages, it will be: (a) allowed, (b) tied to a nutrient, and (c) present at the right level per daily portion.
What success looks like in everyday life (no hype, just authorised wins)
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Feeling run down from busy weeks? A daily multinutrient that provides vitamin C at ≥15% NRV can legitimately say it contributes to the normal function of the immune system. That’s useful during demanding seasons, travel, or shifts.
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Dragging by mid-afternoon? If your diet is light on iron-rich foods, an iron supplement that meets conditions can say it contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. That’s a clear, legally defined contribution—not a medical cure.
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Active lifestyle or lots of time on your feet? Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function—handy for those who train, walk, or work on their feet all day.
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Bone basics for everyone (especially indoorsy types): Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and supports immune function. In the UK, many of us simply don’t get much sun for parts of the year—targeted vitamin D can be a simple, high-impact habit.
Where people get tripped up (and how we avoid it)
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Overpromising outcomes
Not allowed—and not our style. We stick to authorised claims tied to nutrients and avoid disease terms or exaggerated promises. -
Confusing “general wellness” with legal phrasing
You can say “supports X” only if you immediately back it with the specific authorised claim (e.g., “contains vitamin C, which contributes to…”). We do this consistently in our copy and labels. -
Probiotic claims
UK guidance doesn’t permit digestive outcome promises for probiotics. We keep wording neutral: “multi-strain live cultures,” “daily routine,” and we don’t imply medical effects. -
Random mega-dosing
More isn’t always better. Our formulas use functional doses, not headline numbers for show. That’s part of our founder ethos: therapeutic strength, real results, minus the gimmicks.
A practical way to make supplements work for you
Step 1: Start with your routine.
Pick the one or two outcomes you care about (e.g., energy for busy days, everyday immune support) and choose nutrients with clear authorised claims aligned to that goal.
Step 2: Check the label for the claim conditions.
Look for the nutrient amount per daily portion and that it meets ≥15% NRV if a health claim is made. We publish this clearly across our range.
Step 3: Be consistent.
Supplements help when taken daily as part of your lifestyle—alongside a varied diet, movement, sleep, and stress management. That’s our long-game philosophy.
Step 4: Keep it compliant and simple.
Avoid products making medical or dramatic promises. Favour transparent labels, permitted nutrient forms, and plain-English claims. (That’s our house style.)
How LSC builds formulas you can trust
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Functional doses, not fluff. We design around authorised claims and practical intakes.
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Clean, everyday formats. Shelf-stable, 1-a-day where possible; easy to add to your morning routine.
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No hype, no grey areas. Only nutrients with permitted forms and claims. We document our quality and claims.
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Brand promise: Supplements you can trust. Therapeutic strength. Real results.
Quick FAQs
Do supplements replace a healthy diet?
No. UK rules require we say: Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. They’re add-ons, not replacements.
How long until I notice anything?
It depends on the nutrient, your baseline, and consistency. Think weeks, not days, for most routines—because we’re supporting normal functions, not treating conditions. (We avoid medical claims on purpose.)
Are probiotic benefits guaranteed?
We don’t claim digestive outcomes. If you like a daily live-cultures routine, keep it simple and consistent; judge it by how it fits your lifestyle, not miracle promises.
The bottom line
Yes—supplements really can work when they’re built and used the right way: targeted nutrients, in authorised forms, at effective daily intakes, with claims you can legally rely on. That’s the LSC way: backed by experience, driven by passion.
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Food supplement. Not a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. If pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition or take medication, consult a healthcare professional before use. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.