Delivery Forms

Capsules

• Made of gelatin or plant-based materials that enclose powdered or liquid ingredients.  

• Easy to swallow and dissolve quickly in the stomach for fast absorption.  

• Can contain a variety of ingredients, including herbs, vitamins, and minerals.  

• Often preferred for their ability to mask unpleasant tastes or odors.  

 

Tablets

• Compressed powder into solid form, often coated for easy swallowing.  

• May have a slow-release formula, ensuring ingredients are absorbed over time.  

• Can be split in half or crushed (unless extended-release or enteric-coated).  

• Typically more shelf-stable and cost-effective than capsules.  

 

Softgels 

• Gelatin-based shell filled with liquid or oil-based nutrients.  

• Easy to swallow and rapidly absorbed in the body.  

• Ideal for fat-soluble vitamins (e.g., Vitamin D, fish oils, CBD).  

• Better for preserving sensitive ingredients from oxidation.  

 

Gummies

• Chewable, flavored supplements made with gelatin, pectin, or starch.  

• Popular among children and adults who prefer an easier, tastier option.  

• Typically contain added sugars or natural sweeteners.  

• May have lower concentrations of active ingredients compared to capsules or tablets.  

 

Liquids

• Nutrients dissolved in water, alcohol, or oil-based solutions for fast absorption.  

• Ideal for individuals with difficulty swallowing pills.  

• Allow for flexible dosing by adjusting the amount taken.  

• Often used for herbal extracts, vitamins, and CBD.  

 

Powders

• Dry, powdered form of nutrients mixed with water, juice, or smoothies.  

• Often used for protein, greens, electrolytes, and pre-workout supplements.  

• Absorbed faster than pills and can offer higher dosages per serving.  

• Customizable dosing but may have a strong taste depending on ingredients.  

 

Creams

• Topical formulations that deliver nutrients or medications through the skin.  

• Used for pain relief, skincare, or transdermal absorption of active ingredients.  

• Can contain anti-inflammatory, hydrating, or healing compounds.  

• Often combined with essential oils or herbal extracts.  

 

Tinctures 

• Liquid extracts of herbs or nutrients, typically in an alcohol or glycerin base.  

• Highly concentrated and taken sublingually (under the tongue) for fast absorption.  

• Allow for precise dosing and are often used for herbal medicine or CBD.  

• Can have a strong taste, which is sometimes masked with flavoring.