What's inside Hardero - full ingredient breakdown

Saw Palmetto Berry Extract (Serenoa repens)

Amount per capsule: 320 mg

Saw palmetto berry extract is one of the most researched plant-based ingredients in men's wellness routines globally. Traditionally used for centuries in botanical wellness practice, saw palmetto is included in Hardero as part of a complete plant extract blend.

Saw palmetto supplements are popular among men over 50 in New Zealand seeking plant-based support for their everyday wellness routine. As a food supplement ingredient, it is classified as "traditionally used" rather than carrying an EFSA disease-risk reduction claim.

Nettle Root Extract (Urtica dioica)

Amount per capsule: 200 mg

Nettle root has a long history of use in traditional European botanical wellness practice. It is included in Hardero alongside saw palmetto berry to form the plant extract foundation of the formula.

As a food supplement ingredient, nettle root extract is classified under traditional use. It contributes to the plant-based character of Hardero alongside the key vitamins and minerals below.

Zinc

Amount per capsule: 10 mg (100% NRV)

Zinc is an essential mineral present in every cell of the body. It is one of the most studied micronutrients in relation to men's reproductive and immune health. Good dietary sources of zinc include pumpkin seeds, legumes, red meat and shellfish.

EFSA-recognised contributions:

• Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproductive function
• Zinc contributes to normal immune function
• Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis
• Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood

Magnesium

Amount per capsule: 56 mg (15% NRV)

Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the human body. Many adults in developed countries have intakes below recommended levels. Good dietary sources include leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds and wholegrains.

EFSA-recognised contributions:

• Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function
• Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• Magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
• Magnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Amount per capsule: 80 mg (100% NRV)

Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant vitamin essential for many biological processes. It cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained through food or supplements. Found abundantly in citrus fruit, kiwifruit, capsicum and berries.

EFSA-recognised contributions:

• Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels
• Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function
• Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress

Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Amount per capsule: 12 mg (100% NRV)

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant found naturally in nuts, seeds, vegetable oils and leafy greens. It is particularly relevant to cell membrane protection and is often included in men's wellness supplement formulas.

EFSA-recognised contribution:

• Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress