This is what you get
- For your immune system: vitamin C (80 mg, 100%) and zinc (2 mg, 20%) contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
- Less tired: vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Skin, hair and nails: zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails.
- Rock rose at its core: each daily dose holds 800 mg extract from the leaves of wild-growing Cistus incanus, 69% of the capsule content.
- Easy: you take one capsule twice a day, a pack lasts a month, and it is made in Germany.
Would an easy daily habit help you through the darker months?
Every autumn the same thing happens: the heating goes on, the days shorten and everyone spends months indoors together. You can’t control everything, but you can look after the basics: sleep, fresh air, a decent diet and enough vitamin C. Cistus Incanus Capsules make the vitamin C part effortless.
Two capsules a day provide 80 mg of vitamin C, the full daily reference intake. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system. The other main ingredient is an extract of Cistus incanus, the grey-haired rock rose. It grows wild across the Mediterranean, in Greece and Turkey for example, on limestone and scrubland, and cannot be cultivated on plantations. People in the Middle East, North Africa and southern Europe have enjoyed it as a tea for centuries.
LR uses only the cut leaves; wood and stalks are sorted out. The leaves are dried, cleaned and made into an aqueous extract by established extract makers, then dried and filled into capsules. It is the same principle as a strong tea, just without the brewing.
Who is it for? It is for anyone who wants a dependable vitamin C routine without thinking about it: parents juggling school runs, people who commute on busy trains, and those who simply don’t eat as much fruit as they would like in winter. Two small capsules a day are easier to keep up than a daily glass of freshly squeezed juice.
Does this sound familiar? Here is what Cistus Incanus brings to your day
Find your situation in the left-hand column. On the right is the health claim each nutrient is allowed to carry, word for word, with the amount you get from one day’s serving.
| Sound familiar? | What you get per day | What the nutrient does (official health claim) |
|---|---|---|
| Would you like to look after your natural defences through the darker months? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) |
Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system. |
| Does your energy dip by mid-afternoon? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. |
| Do long days leave you running on empty? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. |
| Has your skin started to look tired and dull? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) |
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin. Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin. Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. |
| Do your nails split, or has your hair lost its shine? | Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair. Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails. |
| Is it hard to stay sharp through deadlines or revision? | Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) |
Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function. Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function. |
| Do you feel frazzled when life gets hectic? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function. Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system. |
| Are you staring at screens from morning to night? | Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision. |
| Are you thinking about starting a family, or about male vitality in general? | Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood. Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction. |
| Have you started thinking about your bones as the years go by? | Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. |
| Are you on your feet all day, or never far from the gym? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones. |
| Would you like to take good care of your teeth and gums? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth. |
| Do you rarely eat red meat or other iron-rich food? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C increases iron absorption. |
| Do you spend a lot of time in city air, doing sport or outdoors in the sun? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) |
Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. |
| What else does vitamin C do for you? | Vitamin C: 80 mg (100% NRV) | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels. Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E. |
| What else does zinc do for you? | Zinc: 2 mg (20% NRV) | Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis. Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis. Zinc has a role in the process of cell division. Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism. Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism. Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids. Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A. Zinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism. |
These nutrients do their job best as part of a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle, which no supplement can replace.
What sets it apart?
Made in Germany
The capsules are produced in Germany, and LR monitors the processing of the plant material continuously for purity and quality.
What’s in a daily dose (2 capsules)?
| Ingredient | Per 2 capsules | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 80 mg (100%) | It contributes to the normal function of the immune system. |
| Cistus incanus extract (rock rose) | 800 mg | It is extracted from the leaves of wild-growing rock rose. |
| Zinc (as zinc gluconate) | 2 mg (20%) | This trace element is added to the formula. |
| Capsule shell | hydroxypropyl methylcellulose | The capsule is plant-based and contains no gelatine. |
How will it fit into your day?
- Take one capsule twice a day with a little liquid, for example with breakfast and with dinner.
- For the long haul: according to LR you can take the capsules over a longer period.
- Store cool and dry. Do not exceed the recommended amount. Keep out of reach of young children.
- Combine with the basics: sleep, daylight and plenty of fruit and vegetables still matter most.
| Pack | Lasts | Price | Per day, roughly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 capsules | 30 days | £46.99 | £1.57 |
Which vitamin C option suits you?
| Product | Choose it if… | Per day | Pack lasts | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LR LIFETAKT Cistus Incanus Capsules | you want a full day’s vitamin C in two capsules, with rock rose extract | 80 mg vitamin C (100%), 2 mg zinc, 800 mg cistus extract | 30 days | £46.99 |
| LR LIFETAKT Reishi Plus Capsules | you want one vegan capsule a day for tiredness | 60 mg vitamin C (75%), reishi extract and powder | 30 days | £53.20 |
| Aloe Vera Drinking Gel Immune Plus | you prefer a drink and want zinc and selenium as well | 80 mg vitamin C, 10 mg zinc, 45 µg selenium per 90 ml | about 11 days | £44.89 |
Is there anything to watch out for?
- Gelatine free: the capsule shell is plant-based.
- Are you already taking vitamin C or zinc? Add up your daily total from all supplements.
- Are you pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication? Ask your GP or pharmacist before you start.
What do people ask about it?
What is Cistus incanus?
It is a wild-growing rock rose from the Mediterranean with pink to purple flowers, traditionally drunk as a tea. LR uses an extract of its leaves.
Which rock rose does LR use?
LR uses Cistus incanus ssp. tauricus, which grows wild rather than on plantations.
How many capsules should I take?
Take two a day, one in the morning and one in the evening, with a little liquid.
Can I take Cistus Incanus Capsules long term?
According to LR, yes, the capsules can be taken over a longer period. Stick to the recommended two a day.
Why capsules instead of cistus tea?
The capsules contain a dried extract made from an aqueous brew, plus vitamin C and zinc. They need no preparation and give you the same amount every day.
How long does a pack last?
60 capsules last 30 days.
Is Cistus Incanus good for the immune system?
The immune benefits come from its vitamin C and zinc: both contribute to the normal function of the immune system. Two capsules give you 80 mg vitamin C (100%) and 2 mg zinc (20%).
Where can I buy it in the UK?
LR products are not sold in supermarkets or high-street chemists. You buy them in the official LR shop or through LR partners. The button on this page takes you straight to this product in the official LR shop for the UK, where you can order as a guest. Delivery, payment and returns are handled by LR.
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