Supplements at Western: What We Carry, Why We Trust It, and How It Supports You
Supplements can be confusing. Walk into any store or scroll social media for five minutes and suddenly everyone is an expert and every bottle promises miracles. Supplements can definitely be powerful tools for health. They help fill nutritional gaps, support immunity, improve energy, and more. BUT—not all supplements are created equal!
Unlike medications, supplements are regulated by the FDA as food, not medicine. That means manufacturers are not required to prove safety or effectiveness before their products hit the shelves. Add influencer marketing and too-good-to-be-true claims, and it becomes very easy to buy something that does…well…not much.
That’s why at Renew, we decided to take a different approach to sourcing the supplements we use. We wanted a supplement partner whose standards matched our own—science-first, quality-obsessed, and transparent from ingredient to capsule.
Why we chose Integrative Therapeutics
After extensive research, we partnered with Integrative Therapeutics, a company that has spent more than 25 years producing clinician-curated nutritional supplements with a relentless focus on quality.
Every ingredient is traced, tested, and verified. Every batch is consistent. Every label is accurate. No mystery blends. No wishful dosing. No shortcuts. You get exactly what the bottle says you’re getting.
Here’s what sets them apart:
Rigorous vendor evaluations and facility audits: Before any ingredient is accepted, vendors undergo a formal quality evaluation that reviews regulatory status, sourcing methods, processing steps, and safety documentation. If a supplier doesn’t meet their standards, they simply don’t make the cut. No exceptions.
Testing of every raw material for purity and potency: Once approved, every raw material is tested for identity, potency, purity, and microbiological safety. Finished products are then tested again to confirm label accuracy and shelf-life expectations.
Third-party Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification and ISO 17025-accredited in-house laboratory for advanced quality testing: Their facility holds third-party Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification, and their on-site laboratory is ISO 17025 accredited. This is an internationally recognized standard that confirms technical competence and reliable testing practices. In fact, Integrative Therapeutics was one of the first supplement companies in the industry to earn this level of accreditation for an internal lab.
Supplements you’ll find at Renew
L-Theanine: Promote Rest and Relaxation Without Feeling Drowsy
L-Theanine is an amino acid best known for promoting calm without sedation, so you’ll feel relaxed but still functional. Research shows L-Theanine supports the production of alpha brain waves. These are the same waves associated with meditation and relaxed focus. It also supports a healthy stress response and can help take the edge off without turning your brain into mush.
It’s a great option for people who want:
• A calmer mind
• Better focus
• Stress support without fatigue
(If you’re on antidepressant medications, always check with your healthcare provider first. We’re big fans of teamwork when it comes to your wellness!)
Cortisol Manager: Handle Stress Better
Cortisol is your body’s main stress hormone. In healthy patterns, it’s high in the morning and gradually decreases throughout the day. When stress throws that rhythm off, sleep, mood, and energy often get off track too.
Cortisol Manager helps support balanced cortisol levels using:
• Sensoril Ashwagandha
• L-Theanine
• Magnolia and Epimedium extracts
• Phosphatidylserine
Clinical research shows Sensoril ashwagandha can significantly reduce cortisol levels in people experiencing high stress. Together, these ingredients promote relaxation, stress resilience, and better sleep quality.
Vitamin D3: A Wisconsin Winter Essential
Vitamin D deficiency is extremely common in Wisconsin, especially in the fall and winter. Vitamin D3 supports:
• Immune system health
• Bone strength
• Calcium absorption
• Overall wellness
Our high-potency D3 makes it easy to maintain healthy levels when getting enough sun just isn’t possible. It’s science-backed sunshine in a bottle!
HPA Adapt: Manage Your Stress Response
Your body’s stress system is controlled by something called the HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis). When it’s balanced, you feel more resilient. When it’s overwhelmed, everything feels harder.
HPA Adapt uses a blend of adaptogenic herbs, including:
• Rhodiola
• Ashwagandha
• Eleuthero
• Maca
• Holy Basil
This formula helps:
• Improve mood
• Create calm
• Reduce stress-related fatigue
• Support cognitive function
It’s designed to help your body adapt—not just react—to stress.
Pure Omega HP: Essential Omega-3s
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are critical for heart, brain, eye, and cellular health, and most American diets don’t get enough.
Pure Omega HP provides:
• Triglyceride-form omega-3s
• Sustainably sourced fish
• Third-party purity testing
• Lot-number transparency for every bottle
Omega-3s support membrane function, inflammation balance, and cellular communication, essentially helping your body run more smoothly at the microscopic level.
Curalieve Advanced Absorption Curcumin: For Joint & Gut Support
Curcumin is famous for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but it’s also famous for being poorly absorbed. Curalieve solves that problem using curcuRouge, a special amorphous form of curcumin with dramatically improved bioavailability.
Compared to standard curcumin, curcuRouge:
• Is absorbed faster
• Reaches higher blood levels
• Is over three times more bioavailable
This means your body can actually use what you take, which is kind of the whole point!
Ready to find the supplements that are right for you?
If you’re curious about supplements, stress support, immune health, or any of our integrative wellness services, we’d love to help. Stop by Renew at Western to explore our supplement offerings and talk with our wellness team or visit westernracquet.com/renew-at-western.
You can also schedule your free consultation to learn how supplements, services, and integrative health tools in Renew can support your overall wellness journey.
Want to dive in deeper? Join Renew Director and integrative wellness expert for a free monthly chat and cup of coffee! In this informal discussion, Ana is happy to answer any of your questions and offer her expertise on a wide variety of holistic healing practices.
Meet others on a similar journey and enjoy a welcoming and nurturing environment to share and learn.
Join Ana on the first Friday of every month at 9:00am. Bring your own coffee and a friend or two, and sip, chat, and learn about the world of holistic wellness.
