WHERE ANCIENT WISDOM
meets brave innovation
We believe science is more than data, it’s a dialogue between ancient wisdom and cutting-edge science.
True wellness isn’t built on trends or empty promises. That’s why we invest in leading scientific research, partnering with expert scientists and healthcare professionals. We also tap into the lived experience of our ‘Inner Circle’ citizen science community. All to ensure our products are as effective as they are innovative.
We don’t just follow the science. We challenge it, contribute to it, and share it openly.
Our Brave Standard
Our commitment to doing things differently, with purpose, integrity, and proof.
The Brave Standard is how we hold ourselves accountable. It’s a clear benchmark for sourcing, testing, formulating and validating the effectiveness of every product we make.
SOURCING AND FORMULATING WITH INTEGRITY
We take great care in sourcing the best and most sustainable ingredients from around the world, as close to the origin as possible, and only working with suppliers aligned to our values and sustainability principles.
TESTING THAT GOES FURTHER
From raw ingredients to finished products, every product undergoes our independent Brave Standard testing to verify purity, potency and safety. With full traceability from source to shelf, so you can trust exactly what you are putting into your body.
VALIDATED BY SCIENCE
Our products are validated by credible scientific research, including independent clinical trials. But we don’t stop at the lab. Through our Inner Circle, our pioneering citizen science community, we listen to lived experience, test in real-life contexts, and refine based on what truly works.
“We're committed to scientific integrity, and this is just the beginning- we continue to invest in high-quality research to push the boundaries of nutritional science
Dr Jenna Macciochi
Director of Science & Innovation
“Science illuminates ancient wisdom - we use it to validate every ingredient, strengthen every formula, and meet the standards of a world that values both proof and tradition
Jo Woodhurst
Director of Nutrition & Education
Brave Research
At Ancient + Brave, we believe real innovation happens when rigorous research meets real life. That’s why Brave Research is built on three essential pillars:
Together, these three layers ensure our products aren’t just effective in theory — they’re meaningful in practice.
- Clinical Trials – Controlled, independent studies using validated tools and biomarkers to show how our products perform under scientific conditions.
- Consumer Studies – Real-world feedback from our community that shows how people feel, notice change, and bring our rituals into their daily lives.
- Citizen Science – Our Inner Circle of pioneering customers who help shape product development by contributing insights from lived experience.
Journal
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Can MCT oil support brain health in midlife women? Inside our latest clinical study
We live in an age of extraordinary demand on the human brain. From the relentless pace of modern ...
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Our landmark clinical trial on True Collagen for whole-body health
We are thrilled to introduce the BECOME Study (Benefits of Bovine Collagen vs. Placebo on Skin, H...
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Peptide biohacking: Unravelling the science behind the social media hype
Peptide injectables. “Wolverine stacks.” Peptide longevity protocols. In the UK, #peptidestacking...
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The Inner Circle Protein Study: How Daily Protein Supports Female Health
As a female-founded brand, we’ve made it our mission to support women in living healthier lives a...
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Our Evidence Ecosystem: How science shapes our supplements
In the world of wellness, the words “science-backed”, “evidence-based”, and “clinically tested” ...
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Introducing Chloe Errington: Meet our funded women’s health PhD
At Ancient + Brave, we’ve made it our mission to reshape wellness through science-backed suppleme...
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Why we’re supporting The Women’s Heart Health Project
At Ancient + Brave, we’re committed to helping close the women’s health data gap. That’s why when...
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Do collagen supplements work? New study confirms the benefits
Collagen science has hit the headlines with a new study highlighting the many wellbeing benefits ...
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The case for adventure: Why taking on a new endeavour matters in midlife
Join Jo Woodhurst as she explores how taking on a new challenge in midlife helps women to build c...
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From brain health to lifemaxing: 10 science-backed wellbeing goals to carry you through 2026
Dive into the biggest wellbeing trends for 2026 as Dr Jenna Macciochi introduces the Future of We...
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True Omegas+: The Inner Circle Results
Discover the results of our True Omegas+ Inner Circle citizen science study as we reveal the leng...
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Matcha antioxidants: What are they and why do they matter?
Dive into matcha’s EGCG antioxidants and reveal how they help ceremonial matcha earn its reputati...
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Everyone Can Be a Researcher: Citizen Science Explained
Everyone can be a researcher with citizen science! Discover the importance of citizen science pro...
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Great news for gut health. True Biome is officially FODMAP Certified™.
At Ancient + Brave, we recognise that gut health is complex and that the delicate balance of this...
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Closing the Data Gap in Female Health: Ancient + Brave x Loughborough University
At Ancient + Brave, our mission is to provide you with credible wellness products backed by scien...
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In conversation with Rose Ferguson: True Biome and gut health
To explore the intricate world of gut health, we sat down with Rose Ferguson, functional medical ...
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Beyond the jar: What you’re really buying when you choose Ancient + Brave
When someone asks, “Why Ancient + Brave?” there’s no quick answer. Sure, we could simply share ou...
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The Brave Standard: Why quality, testing and proof matter in supplements
Ancient + Brave was built on a promise: to create products of lasting value, where purpose drives...
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Back to the fire: The sauna as the new ‘Ancient’ ritual for modern life
Sauna culture is having a moment, not just as a trend, but as a powerful return to ritual, commun...
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Your top questions about collagen during midlife and the menopause
What happens to collagen levels during the menopause? Collagen production begins to decline arou...
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Why women need fats
It’s time for the weekly shop, and whilst weaving through the aisles grabbing your (nutrient-dens...
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Brain food - the critical role of omega-3s
Omega-3 fatty acids are part of the foundation of this nourishment. The brain is nearly 60% fat, ...
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The January trap: breaking free from diet culture
January is here - a time for new beginnings, fresh energy, and turning the page. Yet, as the cale...
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Moon magic - a guide to working with the lunar cycle
Throughout ancient history, humanity has looked to the moon as a source of wonder, guidance, and ...
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True Creatine+: A comprehensive ally for fitness, menopause, longevity, and cognition
Paired with synergistic ingredients like vitamin D, magnesium, and taurine, as found in True Crea...
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Are your supplements ultra-processed?
Beneath the glossy packaging and enticing claims of supplements lies a hidden world of ultra-proc...
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Is our collective love for festivals rooted in our innate tribal instincts?
The number of people attending festivals each year has been growing at a considerable rate over t...
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Ateh Jewel Q&A
Ateh is renowned for her beaming smile and signature pink accessories, making her the human form ...
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Find the Extraordinary in the Ordinary - The Pursuit of Ikigai
Ikigai is a tool for finding more joy. It has been a guiding force for the Japanese people for ce...
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Cacao vs Collagen
Who doesn’t love to hear that chocolate can help skin health? We’ve consulted our experts to und...
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FAQs on our new Ritual - Noble Collagen
Our new ritual has landed! Our innovative new product, Noble Collagen, is meticulously crafted to...
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Everything you need to know about Type 1 + Type 2 collagen (and how they live in harmony)
Dip your toe in the world of collagen and you soon start to see that, beyond the well documented ...
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Focus + Cognition - the rise of nootropics
In a world brimming with distractions, focus feels like a luxury saved for very few. From the pi...
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Q+A with Shakira Akabusi (Strong Like Mum)
A Women’s Health Expert, founder and author of Strong Like Mum and a mother to 4 children, we cou...
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5 Ways to Recover Gently in the Postnatal Phase
Kathryn Meadows, movement, strength and mobility coach discusses how to look after your own needs...
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The Ancient Wisdom of Reishi Mushrooms: A Modern Remedy for Stress and Anxiety
In an era where stress and anxiety are on the rise, turning to time-tested natural solutions like...
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Tired of Being Tired? Optimise Your Energy
Lack of energy is a common problem and can have a detrimental effect on productivity and well-bei...
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Collagen and Cancer with Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel
We are honoured to have collaborated with Integrative Oncologist Dr. Nina Fuller-Shaval to help u...
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Chronic Pain? Try Collagen.
Chronic pain is a complex and pervasive health issue, challenging both physical and emotional wel...
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Are We Drowning In Dopamine?
Dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain, is often described as a ‘reward or pleasure chemical’....
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Introduction to the Healing Power of Functional Mushrooms
Functional mushrooms, sometimes called medicinal mushrooms are a powerful, and often underutilise...
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Matcha + Collagen: Origin Story
Explore how our founder, Kate Prince, was inspired by her visit to the breathtaking tea plantatio...
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True Nightcap: Origin Story
Introducing True Nightcap. This advanced and nutrient rich nightcap provides carefully selected e...
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Balancing Blood Sugar Levels Naturally
Blood sugar management can help you to cope with stress and brain fog, prevent Type 2 Diabetes al...
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Getting to Know Sarah Gorman
Sarah Gorman, The BlendFit Method discusses why her method to get people strong, fit and healt...
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How Collagen Works and What the Science Tells Us (So Far)
It’s not surprising that many are starting to ask questions about whether or not collagen is too ...
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Inside Out: Holistic Body Therapy for Sustained Skin Health.
We spoke to Overlum to find out why now is a time to invest in holistic wellbeing to face the neg...
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The Healing Power of Sound Baths:
The use of sound is part of an ancient healing tradition. We explore the physical and mental bene...
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Introducing Anna Gough
Anna Gough is an expert in the field of breathwork and cold water therapy, read on to learn more ...
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Healthy tips to feel balanced in the christmas season
From movement to mindful eating (mince pies included), step into this festive season with a wellb...
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The Secret Ingredient to Supercharge your Workout
Discover the key ingredient that helped our lovely In House Nutritionist power through her workou...
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The Nature Pill
There is a growing body of evidence that backs up our ancient intuitive knowledge that connecting...
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Ashwagandha and Men's Health
Ashwagandha is fairly well known for its positive effects on women’s health, but it also offers a...
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Which type of fasting should you try?
With the rise of fad diets, it would be easy to dismiss intermittent fasting as a trend, but it h...