Restore Balance Complex | Aloe Vera, Caprylic Acid, Live Cultures & Zinc | Vegan, UK-Made
Aloe vera leaf equivalent to 3000mg — the largest ingredient in this capsule by some distance.
- Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system
- 3.1mg zinc per capsule — 31% NRV
- Aloe vera leaf extract equivalent to 3000mg, plus 215mg caprylic acid
- The caprylic acid is delivered as magnesium caprylate — a medium-chain fatty acid also found in coconut oil
- Live cultures — Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum, each providing 100 million CFU
- Zinc also contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, and to normal acid-base and macronutrient metabolism
- Vegan · Halal and Kosher certified · Made in the UK · 60-day money-back guarantee
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Aloe vera leaf extract equivalent to 3000mg is the largest ingredient here by a wide margin — fourteen more sit behind it.
What the zinc does
- Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system — 3.1mg per capsule, 31% NRV.
- Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, and to normal acid-base and macronutrient metabolism.
What else is in each capsule
Aloe vera leaf equivalent to 3000mg, caprylic acid 215mg (as magnesium caprylate), rosemary leaf equivalent to 80mg, grapefruit seed equivalent to 50mg, garlic 25mg, beetroot equivalent to 15mg, cinnamon 15mg, quercetin 15mg, thyme leaf 10mg, clove bud 10mg, glucosamine hydrochloride 8mg and oregano 5mg — plus Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum at 10mg each, providing 100 million CFU apiece.
The glucosamine here is from a vegetable source rather than shellfish, so the formula stays suitable for vegans.
Please read the cautions in the How to take it tab before ordering. This formula contains aloe vera leaf, garlic and grapefruit seed, all of which are worth raising with a pharmacist if you take prescription medication.
The pot is printed with the name C&IDA Defence; it is the same product as the one on this page.
Suitable for vegans. Halal and Kosher certified. Made in the United Kingdom to GMP-registered standards. 60 capsules, covered by our 60-day money-back guarantee.
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Ingredients
Everything in each capsule, straight from the label:
- Zinc (as zinc citrate) — 3.1mg, 31% NRV
- Aloe vera leaf extract — equivalent to 3000mg
- Caprylic acid — 215mg
- Rosemary leaf extract — equivalent to 80mg
- Grapefruit seed extract — equivalent to 50mg
- Garlic — 25mg
- Beetroot extract — equivalent to 15mg
- Cinnamon — 15mg · Quercetin — 15mg
- Thyme leaf — 10mg · Clove bud — 10mg · Oregano — 5mg
- Glucosamine hydrochloride (vegetable source) — 8mg
- Lactobacillus acidophilus — 10mg, providing 100 million CFU
- Bifidobacterium bifidum — 10mg, providing 100 million CFU
Full ingredients: Magnesium Caprylate Powder, Stoneground Brown Rice Flour (Gluten Free) (Oryza sativa), Capsule Shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Garlic Powder (Allium sativum), Cinnamon Powder (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Quercetin Dihydrate, Zinc Citrate, Aloe Vera Leaf Extract (Aloe barbadensis), Clove Bud Powder (Syzygium aromaticum), Grapefruit Seed Extract (Citrus paradisi), Thyme Leaf Powder (Thymus vulgaris), Glucosamine Hydrochloride (Vegetable Source) Powder, Rosemary Leaf Extract (Rosmarinus officinalis), Oregano Leaf Powder (Origanum vulgare), Beetroot Extract (Beta vulgaris), Lactobacillus Acidophilus Powder, Bifidobacterium Bifidum Powder.
See the product images for the full label.
How to take it
As a food supplement for adults, take 1 capsule, 1 to 3 times per day, preferably with food. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
At 60 capsules per pot, that's between three weeks and two months depending on how you take it.
⚠️ Please read before ordering
- Contains grapefruit seed extract. Grapefruit is known to interact with a number of prescription medicines, including some statins and blood pressure medicines. If you take any prescription medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
- Contains garlic, which has a recognised interaction with blood-thinning medication.
- Contains aloe vera leaf. Some people find aloe has a loosening effect on the bowel. Start at one capsule a day and see how you get on before increasing.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Consult your doctor before taking any food supplement or changing your diet.
Suitable for vegans. Always read the label.
Delivery & Returns
Fast, free UK delivery
- All orders are shipped completely free of charge using Royal Mail Tracked 48.
- Additional expedited shipping options are available at checkout.
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Our 60-day guarantee
We stand behind our formulas. If you're not completely satisfied, simply contact us within 60 days for a hassle-free return and full refund. View our Refund Policy for full terms.
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Meet the Ingredients
Every ingredient chosen for a reason. No fillers. No mystery.
Your Wellness Journey
From where you are now, to where you want to be — with consistent support.
Where you are now
Looking for a considered, everyday formula with every ingredient and dose clearly stated.
How to take it
1 capsule, 1 to 3 times per day, preferably with food.
Normal immune function, supported
Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system, and to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Keep it consistent
A supplement works best as a daily habit — reorder before you run out.
Before you Buy
The questions we hear most — answered straight.
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Why is aloe vera included?
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