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Say what you want help with. The finder shows what the GB register lets any seller claim for it, what the register assessed and refused, and the cheapest capsules per capsule for each ingredient. It quotes; it never advises.
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Digestion and Immunity and Metabolism
1513 capsules across 68 ingredientsDigestion. The register authorises specific wording about digestion for a few nutrients, quoted exactly on their pages, and refused most of the probiotic and gut wording sellers reach for. The split below is the honest picture. Persistent digestive symptoms are a matter for a GP, and Guts UK is the specialist charity.
Immunity. This page gathers ingredients whose GB register claims relate to the normal function of the immune system, with the exact authorised wording quoted on each ingredient page. Anything not authorised may not be claimed by sellers, and we quote that status too. A balanced diet, sleep and vaccination advice from the NHS come before any capsule.
Metabolism. The register's phrase is 'contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism', and many everyday vitamins and minerals hold it. It is not a claim about weight or about feeling energetic, which is why this goal sits apart from Weight and from Tiredness and fatigue. Wording is quoted exactly on each ingredient page.
Nothing here is medical advice. The wording is the GB register's, quoted exactly; whether a product qualifies to use it is the seller's responsibility. Speak to a GP or pharmacist before taking a supplement, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a diagnosed condition. Wording from the GB nutrition and health claims register; mapping reviewed 4 September 2026.
Holds an authorised claim
Magnesium
1 authorised claim · 334 capsules · ingredient page- “Magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Not authorised for immunity or metabolism: the register refused 3 claims there.
Vitamin C
3 authorised claims · 332 capsules · ingredient page- “Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise” · Immunity
- “Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Zinc
5 authorised claims · 249 capsules · ingredient page- “Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids” · Metabolism
- and 1 more on the ingredient page
Vitamin D
2 authorised claims · 232 capsules · ingredient page- “Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system in children.” · Immunity
Vitamin B6
4 authorised claims · 185 capsules · ingredient page- “Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism” · Metabolism
Vitamin B12
3 authorised claims · 163 capsules · ingredient page- “Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Vitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism” · Metabolism
Folate
2 authorised claims · 138 capsules · ingredient page- “Folate contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism” · Metabolism
Biotin
2 authorised claims · 124 capsules · ingredient page- “Biotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Biotin contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism” · Metabolism
Calcium
2 authorised claims · 96 capsules · ingredient page- “Calcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes” · Digestion
Not authorised for metabolism: the register refused 1 claim there.
Selenium
1 authorised claim · 95 capsules · ingredient page- “Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
Iron
2 authorised claims · 87 capsules · ingredient page- “Iron contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Iron contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Not authorised for metabolism: the register refused 1 claim there.
Chromium
1 authorised claim · 62 capsules · ingredient page- “Chromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism” · Metabolism
Not authorised for metabolism: the register refused 2 claims there.
Copper
2 authorised claims · 58 capsules · ingredient page- “Copper contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Copper contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Vitamin A
2 authorised claims · 54 capsules · ingredient page- “Vitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system” · Immunity
- “Vitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism” · Metabolism
Choline
2 authorised claims · 49 capsules · ingredient page- “Choline contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Choline contributes to normal lipid metabolism” · Metabolism
Niacin
1 authorised claim · 46 capsules · ingredient page- “Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Iodine
1 authorised claim · 45 capsules · ingredient page- “Iodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Pantothenic Acid
2 authorised claims · 36 capsules · ingredient page- “Pantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Pantothenic acid contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters” · Metabolism
Riboflavin
2 authorised claims · 36 capsules · ingredient page- “Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
- “Riboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron” · Metabolism
Manganese
1 authorised claim · 32 capsules · ingredient page- “Manganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Activated Charcoal
1 authorised claim · 17 capsules · ingredient page- “Activated charcoal contributes to reducing excessive flatulence after eating” · Digestion
Not authorised for digestion: the register refused 1 claim there.
Molybdenum
1 authorised claim · 15 capsules · ingredient page- “Molybdenum contributes to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism” · Metabolism
Not authorised for metabolism: the register refused 1 claim there.
Chloride
1 authorised claim · 5 capsules · ingredient page- “Chloride contributes to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach” · Digestion
Thiamine
1 authorised claim · 5 capsules · ingredient page- “Thiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
sugar beet fibre
1 authorised claim · 4 capsules · ingredient page- “Sugar beet fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk” · Digestion
Not authorised for digestion: the register refused 2 claims there.
Lactase enzyme
1 authorised claim · 3 capsules · ingredient page- “Lactase enzyme improves lactose digestion in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose” · Digestion
Phosphorus
1 authorised claim · 3 capsules · ingredient page- “Phosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism” · Metabolism
Betaine
1 authorised claim · 2 capsules · ingredient page- “Betaine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism” · Metabolism
Assessed by the register and not authorised
The register looked at claims for these relating to digestion and immunity and metabolism and turned them down. Sellers may not make them. Prices are shown for ingredients you named; the rest link to their register page.
- Vitamin E· 1 refused · 97
- Apple Cider Vinegar· 1 refused · 49
- Bromelain· 2 refused · 40
- Coenzyme Q10· 3 refused · 40
- L-Arginine· 2 refused · 35
- Taurine· 3 refused · 31
- L-Glutamine· 8 refused · 29
- Beta Carotene· 2 refused · 25
- Glucosamine· 1 refused · 25
- prebiotics· 1 refused · 19
- Saccharomyces Boulardii· 2 refused · 19
- L-Lysine· 1 refused · 18
- N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine· 1 refused · 16
- Papain· 2 refused · 11
- Rutin· 1 refused · 11
- Caffeine· 1 refused · 10
- Bioflavonoids· 1 refused · 9
- L-Carnitine· 3 refused · 9
- Royal Jelly· 3 refused · 8
- Malic Acid· 1 refused · 7
- Glucomannan· 2 refused · 6
- Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG· 3 refused · 6
- HMB· 1 refused · 5
- Beta Glucan· 1 refused · 4
- Acacia gum· 2 refused · 3
- Cordyceps sinensis· 1 refused · 3
- fibre· 1 refused · 3
- Gamma Linolenic Acid· 1 refused · 3
- Propolis· 7 refused · 3
- Fructo-oligosaccharide· 2 refused · 2
- Papaya· 1 refused · 2
- Sodium Bicarbonate· 1 refused · 2
- Bovine Colostrum· 2 refused · 1
- Branched Chain Amino Acids· 2 refused · 1
- Conjugated Linoleic Acid· 1 refused · 1
- Dietary fibre· 2 refused · 1
- Jerusalem Artichoke· 1 refused · 1
- Omega-3 fatty acids· 1 refused · 1
- Silicon· 2 refused · 1
- Whey Protein· 1 refused · 1
Support & information
- Guts UKRegistered charity 1137029 ↗
- NHS: How to boost your immune system mythsNHS Live Well ↗
- NHS: Eat wellNHS Live Well ↗
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