Diavexa-3

Everything you need to know about Diavexa-3

Ever find that your energy dips after lunch, or that your eating habits drift when life gets busy? Diavexa-3 is a food supplement in capsule form, made for adults who want to support a balanced metabolism and steady energy through the day. It is marketed by Charmiqa Limited, based in Cannock, United Kingdom.

The formula is simple to read. It pairs two micronutrients, niacin (vitamin B3) at 20 mg and zinc at 11 mg, with six other ingredients: L-citrulline, L-carnitine, French maritime pine bark extract, maca root extract, grape skin extract and saffron stigma extract. Niacin and zinc each provide more than 100% of the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV), at 125% and 110% respectively.

Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism and to normal macronutrient metabolism, while niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. The amino acids and plant extracts round out the formula because of what they contain and how they have traditionally been used. They do not carry authorised health claims.

Diavexa-3 is intended for women and men aged 18 and over. The routine is one capsule a day with a meal. It is a food supplement, not a medicine, and it does not replace a varied and balanced diet, a healthy lifestyle or any treatment prescribed by your doctor.

What is inside Diavexa-3

Ingredient	Dosage	Role
Vitamin B3 (as niacin)	20 mg per capsule (125% NRV)	Contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, normal psychological function, normal functioning of the nervous system, and the maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes (EU-authorised claims)
Zinc (as zinc oxide)	11 mg per capsule (110% NRV)	Contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism, normal macronutrient metabolism, normal metabolism of fatty acids, normal cognitive function, normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress (EU-authorised claims); also contributes to normal testosterone levels and the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails
L-Citrulline	150 mg per capsule	Amino acid naturally present in watermelon; a precursor of L-arginine and nitric oxide in the body, studied for its role in blood flow; no authorised health claim
L-Carnitine	150 mg per capsule	Compound naturally produced by the body and found in meat, involved in transporting fatty acids into the mitochondria where they are used for energy; no authorised health claim
Pine Bark Extract (Pinus pinaster)	100 mg per capsule	Extract of French maritime pine bark, rich in procyanidins (oligomeric proanthocyanidins, OPC) and other polyphenols, widely studied in relation to vascular health and glucose metabolism; no authorised health claim
Maca Root Extract (Lepidium meyenii)	50 mg per capsule	Andean root traditionally consumed in Peru for vitality, endurance and general well-being; no authorised health claim
Grape Skin Extract (Vitis vinifera)	15 mg per capsule	Source of polyphenols such as anthocyanins and resveratrol, plant compounds with antioxidant properties; no authorised health claim
Saffron Stigma Extract (Crocus sativus)	5 mg per capsule	Spice containing crocin and safranal, studied for its effects on mood and on appetite and snacking behaviour; no authorised health claim

Key benefits and what to expect

What does a single capsule actually do? Start with metabolism. Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism, to normal macronutrient metabolism and to the normal metabolism of fatty acids. These are the everyday processes that turn the food on your plate into usable fuel.

Then there is energy. Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, which is why the formula is aimed at people who want steadier energy through the day. Niacin also contributes to normal psychological function and to the normal functioning of the nervous system.

Zinc has a wider job list too. It contributes to normal cognitive function, to the normal function of the immune system and to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Niacin and zinc both contribute to the maintenance of normal skin, and zinc also supports normal hair and nails. All of these are EU-authorised claims.

The other ingredients bring complementary properties, without authorised claims. L-carnitine is involved in carrying fatty acids to the mitochondria, where they are converted into energy. L-citrulline is a natural precursor of nitric oxide, a molecule involved in blood flow. Pine bark extract provides procyanidins (OPC), studied in relation to vascular health and glucose metabolism, and grape skin extract adds anthocyanins and resveratrol, which have antioxidant properties. Saffron has been studied for its effects on mood and on snacking, and maca has long been used in the Andes for vitality and endurance.

Practically, the label is transparent: every ingredient is listed with its exact quantity, and the vitamin and mineral show their % NRV. The routine is a single capsule a day with a meal, and the capsule can be opened and mixed with water if swallowing is difficult. It suits women and men from 18 years of age, does not affect the efficacy of the contraceptive pill and does not impair the ability to drive or use machines.

Possible side effects to be aware of

For most people, Diavexa-3 is well tolerated at the recommended dose. Side effects are uncommon, and the one reported rarely (up to 1 user in 1,000) is a dry mouth.

Niacin can occasionally cause a temporary warm sensation or reddening of the skin, known as flushing, in sensitive people. It is harmless for most, and taking the capsule with a meal helps to limit it, which is one reason the instructions suggest taking it at lunch or dinner. According to the seller, intake has no effect on high blood pressure.

Everyone reacts differently to a supplement. If you notice anything unusual, stop taking it and seek medical advice. Do not carry on in the hope that it will settle.

Who should avoid it: precautions

Diavexa-3 is not suitable for everyone. It is for adults only, so it should not be given to children or adolescents under 18. It is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, nor for women who have recently given birth.

Anyone allergic to any component of the formula should avoid it. Check the full ingredient list on the label before starting. If you take medication, including treatment for diabetes or blood sugar, or you have a pre-existing condition, speak to your doctor first and take it only after their advice.

Stick to one capsule per day and never exceed it. Remember that this is a food supplement: it is not a medicine and not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle. Keep it out of the reach of children.

How it works

How does a small capsule fit into your body's daily workings? Begin with the two vitamins and minerals, because they are the best documented. Zinc contributes to the normal metabolism of carbohydrates, macronutrients and fatty acids, while niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. In plain terms, they support the chemistry your body already uses to turn food into energy, and niacin also contributes to reducing tiredness and fatigue.

Next come the two amino acid compounds. L-carnitine is made naturally by the body and found in meat, and it is involved in moving fatty acids into the mitochondria, the tiny structures where they are used for energy. L-citrulline, which is found naturally in watermelon, is a precursor of L-arginine and nitric oxide, a molecule involved in blood flow. Neither carries an authorised health claim.

The four plant extracts complete the formula for their composition and tradition of use. Pine bark brings procyanidins, studied in relation to vascular health and glucose metabolism. Grape skin supplies polyphenols such as anthocyanins and resveratrol, which have antioxidant properties. Saffron contains crocin and safranal and has been studied for mood and snacking behaviour, while maca is an Andean root traditionally eaten for vitality and endurance. These are traditional or studied uses, not authorised claims, and Diavexa-3 remains a supplement that works alongside a balanced diet.

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