Glossary
Supplement Stack
Updated February 28, 2026
A supplement stack is a grouped set of ingredients chosen to work together toward one outcome architecture.
Why it matters
Composition logic matters more than ingredient count.
Core + optional model
- core: items needed for target outcome
- optional: supportive or context-dependent items
- stop conditions: interactions and overlap limits
Overlap and checks
- overlap detection across names and classes
- interaction and contraindication gatekeeping
- schedule fit and burden caps
Deconstruction example
For a sleep-support stack, separate:
- timing-critical calming compounds
- metabolism-sensitive additions
- optional experimentation items
Keep complexity capped by your ability to log and monitor.
Before-you-add list
- verify duplicates and contraindications
- confirm dose and route compatibility
- confirm fallback if side effects appear
Practical action step
Start with a smaller base stack and add one optional item only after 3–5 days of stable adherence.
Uncertainty and limits
- Evidence is limited on universal stack complexity limits across goals.
- Evidence is limited on optimal mix size for mixed sleep/focus goals.
Cross-site references
How this appears in Unfair
Stack composition drives safety checks, ranking, and how warnings scale with overlap and complexity.
Clinical safety note
If overlap risk rises or monitoring drops, simplify the stack before increasing dose.