Why are Artificial Excipients Used?

Excipients are used to produce supplements. They are a key ingredient, but many consumers aren’t aware that they can be potentially harmful.

These artificial excipients such as magnesium stearate are considered flow agents. They reduce friction in the machines as oil does to a motor.

Artificial Excipients improve the mixing process of multiple ingredients

As stated earlier these “flow agents” prevent clumping and sticking.

Powders alone have the tendency not to mix well without this additive in the formula; therefore proportions would not be correct.

Artificial Excipients are also fillers in supplements

Consumers are more satisfied with a “full” capsule.

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