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For Energy & Resilience
Your foundation for energy and resilience
BASE is your daily foundation of micronutrients: precisely formulated, without excess, and easily absorbed.
You don’t live in a lab. You live in the real world. With irregular meals, pressure to perform, and little time for perfection. BASE isn’t an “all-in-one miracle” or a high-dose supplement that promises to do it all. It’s a well-thought-out basic supplement containing 16 essential micronutrients that fills in the gaps left by modern diets. Your daily life demands a lot. BASE gives back.
What makes a multivitamin worth taking isn’t the number of nutrients. It’s the form, the dosage and what has been left out.
Comparison with typical products in each category. Individual products may differ.
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Standard multivitaminMultivitamin
Greens powderGreens powder
Bioactive forms (methylcobalamin, Quatrefolic®, P-5-P)
Forms your body can use directly, without a conversion step first.
Minerals organically bound (bisglycinate, picolinate) instead of oxides
Organically bound minerals are gentler on the stomach and more available to the body.
Every amount fully declared, no “proprietary blends”
You see every single dose in mg or µg, not just one total for a whole blend.
Dosed to daily requirement, no mega-doses
More isn’t better. BASE covers what you need instead of exceeding it many times over.
No fillers, flavourings or sweeteners
Only active ingredients and what holds the capsule together.
1 mini capsule, no mixing, no shaker
In the morning, with water. No powder, no washing up, no taste.
Under €1 per day
30 capsules for 30 days, €0,73 per day.
applies
partly / depends on the product
typically not
The formula
Every ingredient, in its active form
For every nutrient, the compound decides whether your body can use it directly. Why we formulated BASE exactly this way.
Vitamin B12: Methylcobalamin
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin involved in blood formation, energy metabolism and the function of the nervous system.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Your body cannot make vitamin B12 itself, it has to come from food. A purely plant-based diet supplies no usable B12; the German Nutrition Society (DGE) explicitly recommends a supplement here. Choosing the ready-to-use bioactive form contained in BASE saves your body a conversion step.
Folate: Quatrefolic® (5-methyltetrahydrofolate)
Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9 and is involved in cell division, blood formation and psychological function.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
For folate, a large share of the population stays below the DGE intake recommendation. Supplementing deliberately with BASE means the already active form skips the detour that synthetic folic acid has to take in the body first.
Vitamin B6: Pyridoxal-5-phosphate
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin and a coenzyme in over a hundred enzyme reactions. It contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Vitamin B6 only works as a coenzyme, and that requires the phosphate group. That is why we use exactly the form in BASE that already has this step behind it.
Zinc: Zinc bisglycinate
Zinc is a trace element and a component of more than 300 enzymes. It contributes to the normal function of the immune system and to normal cell division.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Your body cannot store zinc, it has to be supplied daily. Cheap supplements mostly contain zinc oxide, which has to be dissolved by stomach acid first. Organically bound zinc, as in BASE, does not depend on that and is also gentler.
Selenium: L-selenomethionine
Selenium is a trace element the body needs for its antioxidant enzymes. It contributes to the normal function of the immune system and the thyroid.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
European soils are low in selenium, and so is the selenium content of local food. We supply it in the organic form your body knows from food.
Chromium: Chromium picolinate
Chromium is a trace element the body needs only in microgram amounts. It contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
In food, chromium occurs only in traces, and milling grain or refining sugar removes part of what little is there. We use the organically bound form in BASE rather than an inorganic salt.
Copper: Copper bisglycinate
Copper is a trace element and part of the enzymes that release energy. It contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Zinc and copper share the same transport routes in the gut. We dose both in balance with each other and in the same organically bound form.
Manganese: Manganese bisglycinate
Manganese is a trace element found in the enzymes of connective and bone tissue. It contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
The body needs manganese only in very small amounts, which is exactly why the form matters. We stay with the organically bound variant rather than raising the dose through a less soluble salt.
Vitamin E: D-alpha-tocopheryl acetate
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that embeds itself in the cell membrane. It contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Synthetic vitamin E is a mixture of eight similar variants, only part of which the body uses. In BASE we use the natural variant alone, the same one found in nuts and plant oils.
Vitamin A: Retinyl palmitate
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin the body needs for the retina, the skin and the mucous membranes. It contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Vitamin A is fat-soluble and sensitive to light and oxygen. That is why we use the ester form: it survives storage without any need for preservatives.
Vitamin C: L-ascorbic acid
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin the body cannot store. It contributes to the normal function of the immune system and to the protection of cells.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Vitamin C is water-soluble and continuously excreted, there is no way to build a reserve. We cover the daily need with the form that also occurs in food.
Biotin: D-biotin
Biotin is a B vitamin and a coenzyme in fat and protein metabolism. It contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and normal skin.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
With biotin it is not the amount that decides, but whether the effective variant is in there at all. We use D-biotin exclusively.
Pantothenic acid: Calcium D-pantothenate
Pantothenic acid is a B vitamin and a building block of coenzyme A, the hub of energy metabolism. It contributes to normal mental performance.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Pantothenic acid itself is unstable, which is why it is used as a calcium salt. We take the pure D-pantothenate for that rather than the DL mixture.
Niacin: Nicotinamide
Niacin is a B vitamin and a precursor of the coenzymes NAD and NADP, which turn over energy in almost every cell. It contributes to normal energy metabolism.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Nicotinic acid can cause skin flushing and a feeling of heat in higher amounts. We use nicotinamide, which does not trigger that reaction.
Riboflavin: Riboflavin
Riboflavin is a B vitamin and a building block of the coenzymes FAD and FMN. It contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Not every nutrient has a better variant. For riboflavin the form from food is the right one, and that is exactly the one we use.
Thiamine: Thiamine hydrochloride
Thiamine is a B vitamin the body needs to break down carbohydrates. It contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Bioavailable form
Why it matters
Thiamine is sensitive to heat and light. That is why we use the salt form: it survives storage without having to cut back on content.
Nutrients and ingredients
What is inside
Nutrients
per 1 capsule
% NRV*
Vitamin A
800 µg
100%
Vitamin C
120 mg
150%
Vitamin E
10 mg
83%
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
1.2 mg
109%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
1.4 mg
100%
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
16 mg
100%
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5)
6 mg
100%
Vitamin B6
2 mg
143%
Folic acid (Quatrefolic®)
200 µg
100%
Vitamin B12
5 µg
200%
Biotin
50 µg
100%
Zinc
5 mg
50%
Selenium
55 µg
50%
Copper
0.5 mg
50%
Manganese
1 mg
100%
Chromium
40 µg
100%
*NRV = Nutrient Reference Values according to Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011
Quatrefolic® is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A.
That only works because neither fillers nor anti caking agents have to come along. Only actives and the shell that holds them together.
Format
Mini capsule. A compact formula instead of a stack of capsules, practical and easy to live with.
Intake
One mini capsule daily.
When
In the morning or at midday with a meal and plenty of water. That covers you all round.
Shell
100 % vegan: capsule shell made from plant based cellulose (HPMC).
Your new daily routine
What changes for you in 90 days
Nutrients do not work like an espresso, they work more slowly and quietly. Your nutrient account behaves exactly like your bank account: what counts is what gets paid in every day. With every capsule the stores fill up, and good supply gradually becomes your new normal.
Day 1The foundation
From today your body gets 16 micronutrients in forms it can use directly. Vitamin C and the B vitamins are in your blood within just a few hours and go straight into energy metabolism. No kick, your coffee keeps taking care of that. But BASE is the base underneath, and you lay it today.
Day 14The routine is set
Two weeks, you start every morning with the same supply and your body is already responding to it. B vitamins, folate and vitamin C contribute to the reduction of tiredness, every single day. Where you notice it first: in the afternoon. The typical dip gets flatter, the day gets longer and more usable.
Day 60The stores are full
Now the slow stores are filled too: folate in the blood, zinc and selenium in the tissue. Immune system, nervous system and cell protection now run on a full account. This is the state BASE is made for: steady energy instead of a rollercoaster, a head that keeps going, defences that are supplied.
Day 90Your new normal
Three months, three jars, perfectly supplied every day. Welcome to your new normal. You feel energised and consistently good. Many only notice how much that is worth when they pause. So: do not pause, keep at it instead. Keep your new routine going, every single day.
First the supply: nutrients only work if something comes in every day. The fast stores fill within hours, the slow ones take around two months. Until then your account builds up day by day.
Then the routine: the bigger part of the change happens in your head. A new daily action takes 66 days* on average before it runs automatically. Until then the capsule is a resolution you make anew every morning. Around day 60 it becomes a habit, from day 90 it is simply part of your day.
90 days, that is your path from the first resolution to the new normal.
* Lally et al., European Journal of Social Psychology 2010: 66 days on average.
What BASE supports you with
Energy B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, vitamin C and biotin contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Tiredness B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, folate and vitamin C contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Nerves and mind B1, B6, B12 and biotin contribute to the normal functioning of the nervous system, folate, B6 and B12 to normal psychological function.
Immune system Zinc, selenium, copper, vitamin C, B6, B12 and folate contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
Cell protection Vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, selenium and manganese contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Morning to evening
Complete your day
BASE is the foundation. RISE, PULSE and CALM build on it, each at its own time.
Build your own routine: choose which Essentials belong to your day and how long your supply should last. From three Essentials you save, with a bigger supply even more.
90 days are a promise you make to yourself. Here is mine: I believe real quality does not need explaining, it shows in what it does. That is why every jar holds only what your body really needs, and nothing that burdens it. No hidden additives, no gimmicks, no mediocrity. Just a clear formula, day after day. For you and for me, only one thing counts: #55ornothing.
— Georg Roscher, founder of Fifty Five
Answers to the most important questions
FAQ
Is BASE the right product for me?
Yes - if you want to supply your body with all essential micronutrients daily without over-supplementing. BASE is ideal for those with an active lifestyle who value health, mental clarity, and resilience - whether in their daily routine, at work, or during challenging phases of life.
Can I combine BASE with other products?
Absolutely. BASE is part of our Daily Essentials line and harmonizes perfectly with RISE – our Vitamin D3/K2, PULSE – our vegan Omega-3, and our magnesium complex CALM. Our Daily Essentials products were intentionally developed to complement each other functionally – without nutrient overlap or dosage conflicts – making them perfect for stacking.
Does a multivitamin actually make sense?
With a truly balanced diet it is not a must. Reality often looks different: according to the German National Nutrition Survey, around four in five adults in Germany do not reach the recommended folate intake, and for vitamin D, zinc and some B vitamins a relevant share also stays below the reference values. A good multivitamin does not replace a diet. It secures the basics on days when the diet isn't perfect. That is exactly what BASE is made for: 16 micronutrients in moderate amounts and in forms the body can use directly. One mini capsule a day, no megadoses.
Ideally in the morning or at lunchtime with a meal. The fat-soluble vitamins A and E are absorbed better with some fat, and minerals like zinc or copper can be unpleasant for some people on an empty stomach. The start of the day also suits the B vitamins, which contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism. If you also take CALM, the split is simple: BASE in the morning, CALM in the evening. A gap is not essential, but this way two products become one clear routine.
Folic acid is the synthetic precursor. The body has to convert it in several steps into the active form 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF). In some people this step works only to a limited extent because of a variant of the MTHFR enzyme. Folate is the umbrella term for the natural, directly usable forms. BASE contains Quatrefolic®, a 5-MTHF the body can use without conversion. Folate contributes to normal blood formation, to normal homocysteine metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Is BASE vegan and does it cover the critical nutrients?
Yes, BASE is completely vegan, from the capsule shell to every raw material. Of the nutrients considered critical on a plant-based diet, BASE covers vitamin B12, zinc and selenium, plus riboflavin and vitamin A. Three topics we deliberately kept out of BASE: vitamin D is in RISE, omega-3 in PULSE, magnesium in CALM, each in amounts that would not fit into a mini capsule. Iron, calcium and iodine should be supplemented specifically when a need has been confirmed, not by default in a multivitamin for everyone.
Sports increase nutrient needs. From B vitamins for energy metabolism to zinc lost through sweating. What a multivitamin does for active people, when magnesium is the more important addition, and why intake timing counts less than daily consistency.
Which vitamins and minerals does your body really need? What matters is not the longest possible ingredient list but a functional baseline supply of essential micronutrients. This article shows you what is relevant daily, why form and balance count, and how to sensibly separate the foundation from targeted additions.
Not every multivitamin is the same. And the difference is rarely on the label but in the ingredient list. Zinc bisglycinate instead of zinc oxide, methylcobalamin instead of cyanocobalamin, 5-MTHF instead of synthetic folic acid: these are quality features that actually mean something.
A vegan diet has structural weak points with certain nutrients, above all vitamin B12, which does not reliably occur in plant foods. This article names which nutrients are critical in a vegan diet, what a multivitamin covers, and where separate supplementation is needed.
Multivitamin or single supplement? Both approaches have their justification. If you have no known deficiencies and are looking for a simple daily routine, a multivitamin as a foundation serves you well. If you know your specific gaps, you need more targeted solutions. This article lays out the decision formula.
Can you overdose on a multivitamin? Yes, but the devil is in the details. Fat-soluble vitamins like A and E are stored in the body; water-soluble ones are excreted. This article explains what really happens, which interactions with medications you should know, and when a multivitamin can be taken daily without problems.
What should a multivitamin do, and what should be deliberately missing? This guide explains which nutrients belong in an everyday foundational supply, why vitamin D, magnesium, and omega-3 have no business being in it, and what separates a good multivitamin from an all-in-one monster capsule.
Whether morning or evening, with or without a meal: the timing of a multivitamin influences how well individual nutrients are absorbed. Fat-soluble vitamins like A and E need dietary fat for absorption. What that means for your routine, and which three mistakes to avoid.
Women have specific nutrient priorities: folate in the bioactive form 5-MTHF, B vitamins for energy and hormonal balance, zinc for the immune system and cycle health. This article explains which nutrients play a special role and where a standard multivitamin deliberately does not reach.
Taking a multivitamin daily is not automatically sensible or too much. What matters is whether the formula is designed as a balanced baseline supply or as an overloaded high-dose strategy. Here you will learn how to recognize a good multivitamin and when daily intake can be logical in everyday life.
Recurring complaints like tiredness, trouble concentrating, skin changes, or muscle cramps: how do you read symptoms correctly, and how do you actually recognize vitamin deficiency? What matters is not a single symptom but the pattern behind it. This helps you better judge when diet, diagnostics, or a balanced baseline supply make sense.
Is a multivitamin worth it? Not as a blanket answer for everyone, but often when your everyday diet is irregular and you want to cover supply gaps pragmatically. What matters is not as many ingredients as possible but balance, high-quality nutrient forms, and an everyday-friendly baseline supply without high-dose logic.
