
Five ingredients. One formula.
Chosen in clinical practice in 2009 and unchanged since. Each one has a job; together they work as a system.
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Quercetin
Supports stable mast cell membranes. Flavonoid from Sophora japonica, studied in animal research for its senolytic (aging-cell) activity.
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NAC
Glutathione precursor. Supports the liver's detoxification and the body's master antioxidant.
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Reishi
Immunomodulating adaptogen. Trains immune response toward precision instead of overreaction.
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Bromelain
Protein-digesting enzyme from pineapple. Supports lymphatic drainage.
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Stinging Nettle
Mineral-rich, organic, US-grown, freeze-dried. Modulates histamine pathways and supports adrenal function.
Three Levels of Support
It supports three pathways at once, so the body can regulate itself.
Strengthen
Immune and vascular antioxidant protection
Quercetin and reishi build long-term resilience from the inside. Quercetin is a flavonoid antioxidant studied for its role in cardiovascular health. Reishi's polysaccharides and triterpenoids train your immune system toward precision — calming overactivity while strengthening baseline defense. Over time, this means less oxidative burden and a more resilient foundation.
Stabilize
Mast cell regulation and histamine balance
Quercetin stabilizes mast cell membranes — the cells that release histamine when triggered. In cell studies, it helped keep mast cells from releasing inflammatory messengers. Stinging nettle adds a second pathway that lab research links to histamine receptors and tryptase. Together, your body maintains its own equilibrium instead of overreacting to environmental inputs.
Clear
Lymphatic drainage and cleanup
Bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme that supports lymphatic drainage. NAC is a glutathione precursor, and glutathione is the body's master antioxidant, which the liver uses in detoxification. Many people find they need less over time.
Formulated by Practitioners
Nathalie Babazadeh, L.Ac. & Kacey Moe, MS
18+ years of Nathalie’s clinical practice · Formulated in 2009 from direct clinical observation
Peer-Reviewed Research
The Science Behind Each Ingredient
Each ingredient has published research behind it. Below are two studies per ingredient, linked to PubMed so you can read them yourself. They study the ingredients, not Lucidia itself.
Quercetin
- Weng et al., PLoS ONE (2012) In a cell study, quercetin inhibited cytokine release from human mast cells.
- Xu et al., Nat Med (2018) In aged mice, quercetin combined with the cancer drug dasatinib selectively cleared senescent cells and improved physical function and lifespan.
NAC
- Tenório et al., Antioxidants (2021) Review of NAC and human health. Its main antioxidant role comes from raising intracellular glutathione, the body's master antioxidant.
- Atkuri et al., Curr Opin Pharmacol (2007) Review describing NAC as a cysteine prodrug that replenishes intracellular glutathione.
Reishi
- Wachtel-Galor et al., Herbal Medicine (2011) Review of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi) and its reported immunomodulating effects.
- Boh et al., Biotechnol Annu Rev (2007) Review of reishi's two main compound groups, triterpenoids and polysaccharides, and their reported effects, including immunomodulation.
Bromelain
- Rathnavelu et al., Biomed Rep (2016) Review of bromelain, a protease mixture from pineapple, and its reported anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties.
- Gaspani et al., Pharmacology (2002) In rats with induced inflammation, oral bromelain decreased two inflammatory mediators, prostaglandin E2 and substance P.
Stinging Nettle
- Roschek et al., Phytother Res (2009) In a lab study, a nettle extract acted on histamine receptors and inhibited mast cell tryptase.
- Kregiel et al., Molecules (2018) Review of nettle's nutrients and active compounds, and its use in traditional medicine.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Links are to peer-reviewed research on individual ingredients, not product claims.
How to Take Lucidia
Your Daily Protocol
Best taken on an empty stomach. More effective with vitamin C. The first few days you may need more frequent dosing to support lymphatic cleanup. Over time, most people find they need less.
Children
Ages 6–12: 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily · Under 5: ½ capsule, 1–2× daily
One Formula vs. Five Bottles
The same five ingredients as one product instead of five.
| Lucidia | 5 Separate Bottles | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $29.99 | Five separate prices |
| Capsules per day | 2 | Varies by product |
| Ratios between the ingredients | Set by the formulators | Up to you |
| Ordering | 1 purchase | 5 separate orders |
Meet Nathalie & Kacey
Nathalie Babazadeh, L.Ac.Acupuncturist, botanical formulator, and regenerative medicine advocate · 18+ years of practice
Kacey Moe, MSHolistic nutritionist and kinesiology expert
Together they created Artemis Therapeutics in San Diego to make practitioner-grade botanicals accessible to everyone. Every formula starts where medicine meets intuition.
Our full storyFrequently Asked Questions
How long until I notice a difference?
Most customers report noticeable shifts within 2–4 weeks of consistent daily use. Some notice changes sooner — clearer thinking, more stable energy, less reactivity. Because Lucidia works with your body’s own regulation pathways, the timeline varies. Many find they actually need less over time as their system recalibrates.
Can I take Lucidia with other supplements?
If you take other supplements or prescription medication, particularly blood thinners, check with your healthcare provider first.
Why these 5 ingredients instead of a broader formula?
Precision over complexity. Nathalie Babazadeh, L.Ac., selected these five ingredients over 18+ years of clinical practice because they work as a system — each one amplifying the others. Bromelain enhances quercetin absorption. NAC supports the detox pathways that clear what the other ingredients mobilize. More ingredients would dilute the ratios that make this formula effective.
Is Lucidia safe for daily long-term use?
Lucidia has been in continuous use since 2009, with the same five ingredients. All five ingredients have extensive safety profiles in published research. The formula is produced in a cGMP-compliant facility with pre- and post-batch third-party testing. Our founders take it every day themselves.
What makes Lucidia different from buying quercetin separately?
Three things: practitioner-formulated ratios, synergistic absorption, and simplicity. More importantly, the ratios between ingredients matter — bromelain is included to support quercetin absorption, and the five ingredients are dosed to work as an integrated system, not five isolated compounds. Two capsules a day replace a handful of bottles.
Do I need a subscription?
No. One-time purchase is always available. The monthly protocol saves 10% and ships automatically — you can pause or cancel anytime from your account.
Is Lucidia vegan and gluten-free?
Yes. Lucidia is vegan, gluten-free, contains no fillers, and is made with organic US-grown herbs. Produced in a cGMP-compliant facility in California.
Can children take Lucidia?
Yes, with adjusted dosing. Children 6–12: 1–2 capsules, 1–3 times daily. Children under 5: half a capsule, 1–2 times daily (open the capsule and mix into food or liquid). As always, consult your child’s pediatrician before starting any supplement.
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From the Journal
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Lucidia Ingredients: The Longevity Science Behind Five Compounds
12 min readQuick answer Quercetin (senolytic), NAC (glutathione precursor), reishi (immunomodulator), bromelain (breaks down mucus and inflammatory proteins), and stinging nettle (mineral-dense histamine modulator) — five compounds at the forefront of longevity...
Lucidia Ingredients: The Longevity Science Behind Five Compounds
12 min readQuick answer Quercetin (senolytic), NAC (glutathione precursor), reishi (immunomodulator), bromelain (breaks down mucus and inflammatory proteins), and stinging nettle (mineral-dense histamine modulator) — five compounds at the forefront of longevity...
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What Is Histamine Intolerance? A Practitioner's Guide to Symptoms, Root Causes, and Natural Support
10 min readQuick answer Histamine intolerance develops when your body accumulates more histamine than it can break down, usually due to reduced DAO enzyme activity, gut dysbiosis, or liver congestion. It is...
What Is Histamine Intolerance? A Practitioner's Guide to Symptoms, Root Causes, and Natural Support
10 min readQuick answer Histamine intolerance develops when your body accumulates more histamine than it can break down, usually due to reduced DAO enzyme activity, gut dysbiosis, or liver congestion. It is...

