At its centre is zinc, as bisglycinate for absorption — an essential mineral that contributes to the normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Around it sit seven of the most time-honoured botanicals in the apothecary tradition: elderberry, rich in the deep-purple anthocyanins it's prized for; garlic and olive leaf, both valued across cultures for thousands of years; andrographis, long used in Ayurvedic tradition; warming ginger; quercetin, a plant flavonoid that pairs naturally with zinc; and a touch of manuka honey — a nod to the kitchen-cupboard remedies that have always sat at the heart of looking after yourself in winter.
It's built to be gentle enough for everyday use through the season, in a clean plant-based capsule with nothing unnecessary added. Made the way everything here is made: meaningful doses, high absorption, always rooted in nature.
Take two capsules daily, with food. For intensive immune support, take two capsules up to three times daily for short periods. Do not exceed the recommended dose unless directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Per 2 capsules:
Elderberry Fruit Extract (Sambucus nigra) — 300mg
Garlic Bulb Extract (Allium sativum) — 300mg
Olive Leaf Extract (Olea europaea) — 260mg
Quercetin (Sophora japonica) — 250mg
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) — 200mg
Ginger Root Extract (Zingiber officinale) — 40mg
Manuka Honey Powder — 40mg
Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) — 10mg — 100% NRV
Ingredients: Elderberry Fruit Extract, Garlic Bulb Extract, Olive Leaf Extract, Quercetin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Capsule (240mg), Andrographis, Ginger Root Extract, Manuka Honey Powder, Zinc Bisglycinate.
60 capsules. No artificial binders, fillers or additives.
How many should I take?
Two capsules daily through the season. If you feel you need more, two capsules up to three times daily — but keep that to short spells of a few days rather than weeks on end, since it takes the zinc above the level advised for continuous use.
Should I take it all winter, or only when I'm run down?
Either. Two a day is a considered everyday dose from October onwards. Plenty of people keep a bottle in the cupboard and reach for it when they need it instead. Both are sensible.
Why zinc bisglycinate rather than ordinary zinc?
Same reasoning as our magnesium and iron. Bisglycinate is the mineral bound to an amino acid, which makes it well absorbed and easier on the stomach — zinc in particular can be uncomfortable in cheaper forms, especially without food.
Should I take it with anything?
It sits naturally alongside our Liposomal Vitamin C and Vitamin D through the darker months — the three most people ask us about from October onwards.
Is there anyone who shouldn't take it?
Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you take blood-thinning medication, garlic at this level is worth mentioning to your GP or pharmacist first. If you're unsure, ask us in store or book a consultation with Florence.
Is it suitable for vegans?
It contains manuka honey, so it isn't suitable for vegans. It is suitable for vegetarians — the capsule is plant-based.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store in a cool, dry place, out of the reach and sight of children.
At its centre is zinc, as bisglycinate for absorption — an essential mineral that contributes to the normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Around it sit seven of the most time-honoured botanicals in the apothecary tradition: elderberry, rich in the deep-purple anthocyanins it's prized for; garlic and olive leaf, both valued across cultures for thousands of years; andrographis, long used in Ayurvedic tradition; warming ginger; quercetin, a plant flavonoid that pairs naturally with zinc; and a touch of manuka honey — a nod to the kitchen-cupboard remedies that have always sat at the heart of looking after yourself in winter.
It's built to be gentle enough for everyday use through the season, in a clean plant-based capsule with nothing unnecessary added. Made the way everything here is made: meaningful doses, high absorption, always rooted in nature.
Take two capsules daily, with food. For intensive immune support, take two capsules up to three times daily for short periods. Do not exceed the recommended dose unless directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Per 2 capsules:
Elderberry Fruit Extract (Sambucus nigra) — 300mg
Garlic Bulb Extract (Allium sativum) — 300mg
Olive Leaf Extract (Olea europaea) — 260mg
Quercetin (Sophora japonica) — 250mg
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) — 200mg
Ginger Root Extract (Zingiber officinale) — 40mg
Manuka Honey Powder — 40mg
Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) — 10mg — 100% NRV
Ingredients: Elderberry Fruit Extract, Garlic Bulb Extract, Olive Leaf Extract, Quercetin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Capsule (240mg), Andrographis, Ginger Root Extract, Manuka Honey Powder, Zinc Bisglycinate.
60 capsules. No artificial binders, fillers or additives.
How many should I take?
Two capsules daily through the season. If you feel you need more, two capsules up to three times daily — but keep that to short spells of a few days rather than weeks on end, since it takes the zinc above the level advised for continuous use.
Should I take it all winter, or only when I'm run down?
Either. Two a day is a considered everyday dose from October onwards. Plenty of people keep a bottle in the cupboard and reach for it when they need it instead. Both are sensible.
Why zinc bisglycinate rather than ordinary zinc?
Same reasoning as our magnesium and iron. Bisglycinate is the mineral bound to an amino acid, which makes it well absorbed and easier on the stomach — zinc in particular can be uncomfortable in cheaper forms, especially without food.
Should I take it with anything?
It sits naturally alongside our Liposomal Vitamin C and Vitamin D through the darker months — the three most people ask us about from October onwards.
Is there anyone who shouldn't take it?
Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you take blood-thinning medication, garlic at this level is worth mentioning to your GP or pharmacist first. If you're unsure, ask us in store or book a consultation with Florence.
Is it suitable for vegans?
It contains manuka honey, so it isn't suitable for vegans. It is suitable for vegetarians — the capsule is plant-based.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store in a cool, dry place, out of the reach and sight of children.
Apothecary 27 · Ask the Apothecary
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A general guide to our range, not medical or individual health advice. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or under care for a condition, speak to your GP or pharmacist before starting a supplement.
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These suggestions come from your own answers and are a starting point, not a prescription or a promise of results. Food supplements support a balanced diet and lifestyle rather than replacing one. For anything you're unsure about, book a consultation, ask us in store, or check with your GP or pharmacist.
