Adult Turkey recipe supplement explainer
Calcium Carbonate
What it adds
Essential calcium for building healthy bones and teeth
Where it comes from
Made by refining limestone or chalk into a safe, food-grade powder that provides concentrated calcium for strong bones and teeth.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
Yes
Naturally occurring mineral (limestone/chalk). Refined to food-grade powder for safe supplementation.
Dicalcium Phosphate
What it adds
Calcium and phosphorus for skeletal development
Where it comes from
Made by combining calcium and phosphorus - two minerals naturally found in food - into a stable form that supports healthy bones and teeth.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Derived from natural minerals but produced synthetically by reacting calcium carbonate with phosphoric acid.
Vitamin E Powder
What it adds
Antioxidant that supports immune function and protects cells
Where it comes from
Made by stabilizing Vitamin E (found in vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds) so it can be added safely and consistently to foods and supplements.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Usually provided as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate, a synthetic form of Vitamin E used for stability and consistency.
Zinc Gluconate
What it adds
Provides zinc for skin health, immune function and metabolism
Where it comes from
Made by combining purified zinc with gluconic acid (from fermented glucose) to form zinc gluconate, an absorbable form of zinc.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Zinc is essential but not bioavailable from ores. Gluconate form is manufactured by binding zinc with gluconic acid from fermented glucose.
Ferrous Fumarate
What it adds
Provides iron to support healthy red blood cells and oxygen transport
Where it comes from
Made by combining iron with a plant-based compound called fumarate to create a safe, absorbable form of iron that supports healthy red blood cells.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Iron is essential for red blood cell health, but raw iron isn't safe to eat. Ferrous fumarate is a manufactured, stable, and absorbable form of iron.
Copper Gluconate
What it adds
Provides copper for connective tissue, energy production, and coat color
Where it comes from
Made by combining purified copper with gluconic acid (from fermented glucose) to form copper gluconate, an absorbable form of copper.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Copper is essential but not safe or usable directly. Copper gluconate is a manufactured form that binds copper to gluconic acid for safe supplementation.
Selenium Yeast
What it adds
Source of selenium for antioxidant defense and thyroid function
Where it comes from
Produced by growing yeast in a selenium-rich environment. The yeast naturally absorbs the selenium, creating a safe and easy-to-use form.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
Yes
Produced by growing yeast in a selenium-rich medium, which incorporates selenium into organic compounds like selenomethionine.
Beef Liver Powder
What it adds
Natural source of vitamins A and B, plus minerals to support overall health
Where it comes from
Made by drying and powdering beef liver, preserving its natural vitamins (A and B complex), minerals, and protein in a concentrated form.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
Yes
Whole-food supplement made by drying and powdering beef liver. Provides natural vitamins (A, B complex), minerals, and protein.
Manganese Gluconate
What it adds
Provides manganese for bone formation and metabolism of amino acids
Where it comes from
Made by combining purified manganese with gluconic acid (from fermented glucose) to form manganese gluconate, an absorbable form of manganese.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Manganese is essential for bone and enzyme health, but not usable directly from ores. Manganese gluconate is a lab-made compound that binds manganese to gluconic acid.
Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5)
What it adds
Provides vitamin B5 for energy metabolism and hormone production
Where it comes from
Made by combining pantothenic acid (a naturally occurring form of Vitamin B5) with calcium to create calcium pantothenate, a stable form suitable for supplements.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) occurs naturally in foods, but is unstable alone. Calcium pantothenate is a stable, manufactured form used in supplements.
Choline L-Bitartrate
What it adds
Source of choline to support liver function and brain health
Where it comes from
Made by combining choline (naturally found in eggs and meat) with tartaric acid to create a form that is stable and easy for the body to use.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
No
Choline is essential for liver and brain health but not concentrated enough in foods. Choline L-bitartrate is a manufactured salt providing a stable, absorbable form.
Nutritional Yeast
What it adds
Source of B vitamins, protein, and flavor enhancement
Where it comes from
Made by growing yeast on molasses and then heat-deactivating it. Naturally rich in protein and flavor, and fortified with additional B vitamins for enhanced nutrition.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
Yes (fortified)
Made by growing yeast on molasses, then heat-deactivated. Naturally provides protein and flavor, but fortified with synthetic B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, B9, B12).
Kelp Extract
What it adds
Provides trace minerals including iodine, supporting thyroid health
Where it comes from
Made by harvesting sea kelp, drying it, and concentrating it into extract to provide natural iodine and trace minerals that support thyroid health.
Naturally Occurring?
Notes
Yes
Harvested sea kelp, dried and concentrated into extract. Provides natural iodine and trace minerals that support thyroid function and overall health.