# ZebraThrive Ingredients > Every ingredient in ZebraThrive's AM and PM formulas with doses, mechanisms, evidence, and the reasoning for inclusion in a hEDS/POTS/MCAS protocol. Each ingredient links to a full markdown summary with PMID citations. **Brand:** ZebraThrive. **Last reviewed:** 2026-05-11. ## Ingredients - [Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/palmitoylethanolamide.md): A naturally occurring fatty acid compound your body makes to calm inflammation and stabilize mast cells Dose: 1,200 mg daily in the Daily Powder, split AM and PM scoops (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Luteolin](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/luteolin.md): A plant flavonoid (celery, parsley, artichokes) that stabilizes mast cells more potently than prescription cromolyn sodium in head-to-head lab studies Dose: 140 mg daily in the Daily Powder, split AM and PM scoops (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Magnesium Bisglycinate](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/magnesium-bisglycinate.md): A highly absorbable, gentle form of magnesium bound to the amino acid glycine Dose: 300 mg elemental magnesium daily from 2,400 mg magnesium bisglycinate, in the Daily Powder, split AM and PM scoops (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Taurine](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/taurine.md): A conditionally essential amino acid that serves as a master regulator of the cardiovascular and nervous systems. Dose: 1,500 mg daily in the Daily Powder, split AM and PM scoops (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Vitamin C (Sodium Ascorbate)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/vitamin-c.md): The essential cofactor for collagen synthesis and a potent regulator of histamine degradation. Dose: 1,500 mg vitamin C daily from 1,686 mg sodium ascorbate, in the Daily Powder, split AM and PM scoops (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/nicotinamide-riboside.md): A specialized form of vitamin B3 that efficiently raises NAD+ levels, essential for cellular energy and repair. Dose: 500 mg daily (250 mg BID). - [Pine Bark Extract](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/pine-bark-extract.md): A standardized extract from pine bark (Pinus pinaster, P. massoniana, P. sylvestris) delivering concentrated oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs). Dose: 200 mg daily (130 mg AM + 70 mg PM) (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Grape Seed Extract](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/grape-seed-extract.md): Grape seed extract is one of the most concentrated natural sources of procyanidins - the same compound family in pine bark, with a different minor-compound profile that complements it. Dose: 100 mg AM + 70 mg PM (170 mg/day total). - [Quercetin Phytosome (Quercefit®)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/quercetin-phytosome.md): Quercetin Phytosome is quercetin - the flavonoid known as a natural antihistamine - wrapped in a phospholipid carrier that solves quercetin's biggest problem: terrible absorption. Dose: 300 mg (Daily Powder). - [Chlorogenic Acid](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/chlorogenic-acid.md): Chlorogenic acid (CGA) is the polyphenol that gives green coffee beans most of their biological activity - separate from caffeine. Dose: 200 mg CGA (Daily Powder). - [L-Theanine](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/l-theanine.md): An amino acid tea derivative that promotes calm alertness without sedation Dose: 200 mg daily. - [Zinc Carnosine](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/zinc-carnosine.md): A unique 1:1 chelate of zinc and L-carnosine that targets the GI lining Dose: 75 mg daily. - [Astaxanthin](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/astaxanthin.md): A lipid-phase carotenoid antioxidant from microalgae (Haematococcus pluvialis) Dose: 4 mg daily in the PM capsule, taken with dinner fat for absorption (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Benfotiamine](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/benfotiamine.md): A fat-soluble derivative of vitamin B1 (thiamine) with 5-fold greater bioavailability Dose: 150 mg daily. - [Niacinamide](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/niacinamide.md): Niacinamide is vitamin B3 in its amide form - different from niacin, which causes flushing through prostaglandin release. Dose: 50 mg AM. - [P5P (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/p5p.md): The active, coenzyme form of vitamin B6 that is immediately usable by the body Dose: 50 mg daily. - [R5P (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/r5p.md): R5P is the activated form of vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - your body normally has to convert plain riboflavin into R5P before it can do its work as a cofactor. Dose: 25 mg AM. - [Methylfolate](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/methylfolate.md): The bioactive form of folate that bypasses MTHFR genetic blocks and regulates collagen-destroying enzymes Dose: 800 mcg daily (AM capsules). - [Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/vitamin-b12.md): The bioactive form of Vitamin B12 that directly supports the autonomic nervous system and histamine clearance Dose: 1,000 mcg daily (AM capsules). - [Vitamin D3](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/vitamin-d3.md): A fat-soluble hormone that regulates calcium, supports immune function, and stabilizes mast cells Dose: 2,000 IU (50 mcg) daily. - [Vitamin K2 (MK-7)](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/vitamin-k2.md): A fat-soluble vitamin that activates proteins essential for calcium regulation and vascular health Dose: 100 mcg MK-7 daily. - [Copper Bisglycinate](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/copper-bisglycinate.md): An essential trace mineral in a highly bioavailable chelated form that serves as the critical cofactor for the enzyme that cross-links collagen fibers Dose: 2mg elemental copper daily (AM capsules only). - [Manganese Bisglycinate](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/manganese-bisglycinate.md): An essential trace mineral that serves as the cofactor for enzymes in connective tissue synthesis and mitochondrial protection Dose: 4mg elemental manganese daily (AM capsules). - [Chromium](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/chromium.md): Chromium is an essential trace mineral that supports how your body responds to insulin and processes carbohydrates. Dose: 200 mcg AM (chromium picolinate). - [Selenium](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/selenium.md): An essential trace mineral in its most bioavailable organic form Dose: 100 mcg daily in the PM stack (per v7.8 RFQ). - [Pantothenic Acid](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/pantothenic-acid.md): An essential B vitamin that forms the core of Coenzyme A-the molecule required for over 70 enzymatic reactions in your body Dose: 5 mg daily (PM capsules). - [Biotin](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/biotin.md): An essential B vitamin that serves as a cofactor for energy-producing enzymes Dose: 300 mcg daily (PM capsules). - [Boron](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/boron.md): A trace mineral that supports bone metabolism, hormone function, and collagen synthesis Dose: 2 mg daily (PM capsules). - [Molybdenum](https://www.wellnessforzebras.com/ingredients/molybdenum.md): An essential trace mineral required for enzymes that detoxify sulfites and aldehydes Dose: 150 mcg daily (PM capsules). **Regulatory framing:** These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.