Nutrient Synergy: Why Combining Ingredients Can Supercharge Your Health

From a young age, we’ve been taught to eat well-balanced meals. For years, countries around the globe employed the Food Pyramid to represent the hierarchy of nutrition needs. It’s been adapted over the years as new research updated current recommendations, and in 2011, the United States Department of Agriculture introduced the MyPlate method to ensure people were eating enough of each food group with the option to adapt needs based on cultural traditions, dietary preferences, and budget. You may have even heard the tip to “eat the rainbow” in order to make sure the foods you’re consuming are full of nutrients.

The common thread in all these dietary instructions is balance. It’s important to have the proper amounts of food but it’s just as important to have the right combination of the building blocks of these foods: nutrients.

How nutrients and phytonutrients work

Your body requires chemical substances called “nutrients” in order to support its basic functions. You receive nutrients through a balanced diet, and there are six major classes of essential nutrients: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water. Vitamins and minerals are crucial to the body—not enough of one or many micronutrients could lead to health problems or even disease. But the good news is it’s easy to receive the right nutrients through a balanced diet.

 On the other hand, we have phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other plant foods. While they are considered non-essential nutrients (i.e., not required for basic survival), they offer powerful health-boosting properties. These include:

• Antioxidants that protect against cellular damage.
• Anti-inflammatory agents that reduce chronic inflammation.
• Immune modulators that strengthen the body’s defense system.

 Common types of phytonutrients include flavonoids, carotenoids, polyphenols, and alkaloids.

What is nutrient synergy?

Nutrient synergy is a concept describing how two or more nutrients can work together to have a greater impact on the body than each nutrient individually. Current studies show that dietary nutrient synergy can support the nervous system, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, musculoskeletal, and endocrine health as well as immune function.

 Phytonutrients, specifically, work best when combined. This synergy—or the interaction of nutrients to produce a combined effect greater than their individual actions—is the secret to their multifunctionality.

 When you combine phytonutrients, you can expect:

1. Amplified Antioxidant Power. Pairing flavonoids with vitamin C boosts the body’s ability to neutralize harmful free radicals.
2. Enhanced Bioavailability. Curcumin, a phytonutrient in turmeric, is absorbed more effectively when combined with piperine from black pepper.
3. Comprehensive Action. A blend of phytonutrients targets multiple pathways in the body, supporting not just one but several health functions like gut health, immune strength, and metabolic balance.

How INTERIOR uses phytonutrient synergy

Nutrients aren’t consumed in isolation. At INTERIOR, we understand the impact nutrient synergy can have on metabolic interactions and improved functional health benefits. This is why our beverages scientifically formulated with a combination of natural antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, full-spectrum phytonutrients and -a proprietary bioactive complex. 

Phytonutrients, also known as phytochemicals, are natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts that help improve health. When combined, phytonutrients work even better to have positive effects on the human body. This is why the INTERIOR Research Team identified and formulated the ideal plant-based multifunctional bioactive ingredients to create the two components of our proprietary bioactive complex: Superfruit/Veggie Phytoblend™, which combats oxidative stress and supports a healthy inflammatory response, and Antioxidant/Immune Support Complex™, which boosts the body’s immune defense.

The two components have unique proprietary phytonutrients which synergistically provide a more effective combination of multifunctional benefits. Drinking INTERIOR daily can help minimize the risk of chronic conditions and support a healthier body and longevity.

 Most chronic diseases—such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and arthritis—are often rooted in inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic dysfunction. Phytonutrients can reduce inflammation, boost cellular repair, support gut microbiome, and improve metabolism.

But phytonutrients don’t just fight disease, they also promote healthy aging by supporting key systems, such as brain health, skin health, and cellular renewal. Antioxidants prevent damage at the cellular level, promoting vitality and extending lifespan.

Using Phytonutrient Synergy for Supercharged Health

At Interior, we embrace the power of phytonutrient synergy to deliver scientifically innovative, multifunctional health beverages. Our range of seven plant-based beverages combines complementary superfoods to maximize benefits for:

• Gut health
• Immunity
• Metabolic function
• Energy and vitality

The average life expectancy in the U.S. is 77.5 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And while not every factor is within your control, there are lifestyle changes you can make to potentially increase your lifespan. Experts recommend staying physically active, getting enough sleep, avoiding smoking, and keeping a healthy diet. Not only can limiting sugar, unhealthy fats, and processed food minimize your risks of developing chronic diseases or obesity but eating a well-balanced diet also ensures that you are receiving optimal and healthy dietary nutrients.

INTERIOR beverages rely on the synergy of several evidence-based phytonutrients to provide beneficial effects to several physiological functions of the human body. All seven flavors are free of artificial ingredients, preservatives, sweeteners, or added sugars, so they are safe for daily use.

Phytonutrients hold the key to a healthier, longer life, especially when their synergistic power is unleashed. By making phytonutrient-rich foods and beverages a part of your daily routine, you can build resilience against chronic conditions and unlock your full health potential.

With Interior, you’re not just drinking a beverage—you’re investing in next-level nutrition for an active healthy lifestyle.