Whey Isolate
1.25 scoops · ~38g protein
Complete amino acid profile for muscle preservation and recovery. Also supports the neurotransmitter precursors — tryptophan, tyrosine — that feed into the cognitive performance layer of this formula.
Collagen Peptides
2 scoops · ~18g protein
Glycine and proline that whey alone doesn't provide. Supports joint health, skin structure, and gut lining integrity — the latter directly influencing the inflammation levels that the turmeric and ginger layer is managing.
Citicoline
500mg
Supports acetylcholine production and phosphatidylcholine synthesis in neuronal membranes. Clinical evidence at 500mg shows improvements in focus, working memory, and attention in healthy adults. The cognitive anchor of the Gold Stack.
L-Theanine
200mg
An amino acid found in green tea that promotes alpha brain wave activity — the state associated with calm, focused alertness. At 200mg, it supports clean mental clarity without the jitteriness of stimulants. Works synergistically with the whole formula.
Lion's Mane Mushroom
1g
The functional mushroom with the most extensive evidence base for neurological support. Stimulates nerve growth factor (NGF) production, supports myelin integrity, and has been associated with improvements in cognitive function and mood in multiple trials.
Turmeric Extract
500mg
Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, is among the most studied anti-inflammatory compounds in existence. At 500mg of extract (not raw turmeric powder), this is a meaningful dose for managing chronic low-grade inflammation that degrades performance and longevity.
Ginger
5g
Anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea, and metabolic signaling. Ginger supports digestive motility, reduces exercise-induced muscle soreness, and contributes to the formula's gut-health profile. At 5g, a genuine therapeutic dose — not a sprinkle.
Creatine Monohydrate
5g
Present in all three Areté stacks. Supports ATP regeneration for both physical and cognitive performance. Increasingly recognized for its role in brain energy metabolism — especially relevant alongside the cognitive compound layer in the Gold Stack.
Tomorrow's Nutrition Fiber
1 scoop
Gut health is the foundation of metabolic health. Fiber feeds the microbiome that manages inflammation, energy extraction, and immune signaling. Foundational to everything else in this formula working as intended.
Coconut Water
¾ cup
Natural electrolyte source — potassium, sodium, magnesium — without synthetic additives. The hydration foundation of the Gold Stack. Supports cellular water balance and the electrical signaling that underlies both muscle function and cognitive performance.
Mango
¾ cup, flash-frozen
Rich in Vitamins A and C, natural sugars for morning energy, and polyphenols with anti-inflammatory properties. At ¾ cup, a meaningful dose — not a flavor accent. Real food pulling real nutritional weight.
Pineapple
½ cup, flash-frozen
Contains bromelain — a proteolytic enzyme with anti-inflammatory properties and digestive support. Pairs naturally with ginger and turmeric in the formula's anti-inflammatory layer. Also provides manganese for metabolic enzyme function.
Orange
½ cup, flash-frozen
Natural Vitamin C, flavonoids, and folate. Supports immune function, collagen production, and the flavor profile that makes the Gold Stack something you actually want to drink at 6am. Real citrus — flash-frozen, not juiced.
Carrot
¼ cup
Beta-carotene (Vitamin A precursor), Vitamin K, and potassium. Supports immune function, eye health, and adds depth to the formula's micronutrient profile. Another real-food contributor doing real-food work.
Avocado
¼ cup
Monounsaturated fats for sustained energy, absorption of fat-soluble compounds, and satiety. Supports the electrolyte balance of the formula by contributing additional potassium alongside the coconut water base.