EVIDENCE FIRST

The Science Behind PEPAX

Every formula starts with peer-reviewed research. We use clinical doses, bioavailable forms, and third-party testing—so you know exactly what you're putting in your body.

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HOW WE BUILD

Our Research Method

Three non-negotiable standards. Every product. Every batch.

01

Clinical Dosing

We start with the exact doses used in human clinical trials—not the watered-down amounts common in off-the-shelf supplements. If the research says 500mg, that's what you'll find in the capsule.

02

Bioavailable Forms

Not all ingredients are created equal. We select chelated minerals, stabilized compounds, and active coenzyme forms that your body can actually absorb and use—starting at the cellular level.

03

Third-Party Testing

Every batch is sent to independent, ISO-accredited labs for purity, potency, and contamination screening. We publish results. No exceptions. No shortcuts.

FORMULATIONS

Inside Every Capsule

Clinical doses. Clean delivery. Full transparency.

Magnesium Glycinate

Magnesium Glycinate

$28 / 60 capsules

Dose

400mg elemental Mg

Form

Bisglycinate chelate

Bioavailability

80% absorption vs. 4% oxide

The gentle, highly absorbable form that won't cause digestive distress. Supports sleep, muscle recovery, and nervous system calm.

NMN

NMN

$38 / 30 capsules

Dose

500mg β-NMN per capsule

Form

Stabilized crystalline powder

Bioavailability

Sublingual-ready, direct NAD+ precursor

A direct precursor to NAD+, the coenzyme that powers cellular energy and DNA repair. Dosed at the level used in human longevity studies.

H₂ Blueberry

H₂ Blueberry

$32 / 30 tablets

Dose

8ppm molecular hydrogen

Form

Effervescent magnesium tablet

Bioavailability

Rapid dissolution, gut + cellular uptake

Molecular hydrogen meets wild blueberry extract. Antioxidant support at the mitochondrial level with a clean, natural flavor.

Astragalus & B6

Astragalus & B6

$24 / 60 capsules

Dose

500mg Astragalus + 50mg P-5-P

Form

Cycloastragenol-rich root extract + active B6

Bioavailability

P-5-P bypasses liver conversion; Astragalus standardized to 10% polysaccharides

Immune resilience and stress metabolism in one. The active P-5-P form of B6 works immediately—no conversion required.

H₂ Unflavored

H₂ Unflavored

$22 / 30 tablets

Dose

8ppm molecular hydrogen

Form

Effervescent magnesium tablet

Bioavailability

Pure H₂ delivery, no fillers or flavoring

The stripped-back hydrogen tablet. Zero additives. Zero flavoring. Just molecular hydrogen and the minerals that carry it.

PEER-REVIEWED FOUNDATIONS

Research That Informs Our Work

Our formulas are built on published science. Here is a selection of the research behind our ingredients.

CELL METABOLISM · 2021

Nicotinamide Mononucleotide Increases Muscle Insulin Sensitivity in Prediabetic Women

Yoshino et al.

NMN DOSING PROTOCOL

NUTRIENTS · 2022

Bioavailability and Pharmacokinetics of Magnesium Glycinate: A Systematic Review

Schwalfenberg & Genuis

MAGNESIUM FORM SELECTION

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS · 2020

Hydrogen-Rich Water Reduces Oxidative Stress in Healthy Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind Trial

LeBaron et al.

H₂ THERAPEUTIC WINDOW

JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY · 2019

Astragalus Polysaccharides Modulate Immune Function via TLR4/NF-κB Signaling Pathways

Li et al.

ASTRAGALUS STANDARDIZATION
QUALITY ASSURANCE

From Lab to Bottle

Every batch follows a 4-step Certificate of Analysis (COA) protocol before it reaches your shelf.

01

Raw Material Verification

Every incoming ingredient is tested for identity via FTIR spectroscopy and HPLC fingerprinting before entering production.

02

In-Process Testing

During manufacturing, samples are pulled at critical control points to verify blend uniformity, tablet hardness, and dissolution rate.

03

Finished Product Analysis

Each lot undergoes comprehensive testing for potency, purity, heavy metals, microbial load, and stability under ICH guidelines.

04

COA Release

An independent ISO 17025 lab issues a Certificate of Analysis confirming all specifications are met before release.

01

Raw Material Verification

Every incoming ingredient is tested for identity via FTIR spectroscopy and HPLC fingerprinting before entering production.

02

In-Process Testing

During manufacturing, samples are pulled at critical control points to verify blend uniformity, tablet hardness, and dissolution rate.

03

Finished Product Analysis

Each lot undergoes comprehensive testing for potency, purity, heavy metals, microbial load, and stability under ICH guidelines.

04

COA Release

An independent ISO 17025 lab issues a Certificate of Analysis confirming all specifications are met before release.

COMMON QUESTIONS

The Science, Simplified

Straight answers to the questions we hear most often.

A clinical dose is the specific amount of an ingredient that has demonstrated measurable, statistically significant effects in peer-reviewed human studies. We do not use "proprietary blends" or include ingredients at sub-therapeutic levels for label dressing. Every dose in our formulas matches or exceeds the amount used in the research we cite.
In-house testing is performed by the manufacturer itself, which creates a potential conflict of interest. Third-party testing means an independent, accredited laboratory (ISO 17025 certified) with no commercial relationship to the manufacturer performs the analysis. This ensures unbiased verification of potency, purity, and safety.
Bioavailability determines how much of an ingredient actually reaches your bloodstream and produces an effect. For example, magnesium oxide has approximately 4% bioavailability, meaning 96% passes through unused. Magnesium bisglycinate has ~80% bioavailability—20x more efficient. Using the right form means you get therapeutic effects at reasonable doses, without digestive side effects.
COAs for every active product lot are available upon request via our customer service team. Each certificate includes test results for identity, potency, heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury), microbial contamination, and shelf-life stability. We are committed to full transparency in our quality assurance process.
We prioritize randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in human subjects, published in high-impact peer-reviewed journals. We look for studies with adequate sample sizes, appropriate dosing, and meaningful endpoints. Meta-analyses and systematic reviews carry the most weight. We avoid relying on in-vitro data or animal studies alone when making claims about human health benefits.
Yes. All PEPAX products are manufactured in facilities that meet or exceed FDA 21 CFR Part 111 GMP standards for dietary supplements. This includes strict controls over raw material sourcing, manufacturing processes, quality testing, record-keeping, and personnel training. Our facilities are regularly audited by third-party certifiers to maintain compliance.
BEHIND THE SCENES

Inside Our Laboratory

State-of-the-art analytical instruments and rigorous protocols ensure every batch meets our exacting standards.

PEPAX analytical laboratory with HPLC and FTIR instruments
Close-up of sample preparation for purity testing

ISO 17025 Accredited Testing

Every batch undergoes comprehensive analysis including HPLC potency verification, FTIR identity confirmation, ICP-MS heavy metal screening, and USP microbial testing. Our partner labs maintain ISO 17025 accreditation, the gold standard for analytical laboratory competence.