The Pill Depletion Effect

Tired, low mood, poor sleep?
The pill might be why.

Hormonal contraceptives are known to deplete key vitamins and minerals. Most women are never told. Find out what your body is missing in 5 quick questions.

5 questions  ·  Free  ·  No email required

The science

What the pill is quietly doing to your nutrients

Research shows that oral contraceptives can interfere with the absorption of several key vitamins and minerals. When levels drop low enough, your entire system starts to feel it — and most women never connect the dots.

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Vitamin B12
Energy & focus
Constant fatigue, brain fog, poor concentration
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Vitamin D
Mood & immunity
Low mood, feeling flat, getting sick frequently
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Magnesium
Sleep & stress
Poor sleep, anxiety, muscle cramps, irritability
Zinc
Skin & hair
Breakouts, hair thinning, slow wound healing
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B Complex
Hormonal balance
PMS symptoms, mood swings, low energy reserves

Sound familiar?

If any of these sound like you — it's not just stress

These are the most common signs of nutrient depletion in women on hormonal contraceptives.

😴Always tired, no matter how much sleep you get
😔Mood swings or feeling low for no reason
🌫️Brain fog or struggling to concentrate
🌙Can't sleep or waking up exhausted
😰Feeling anxious or more stressed than usual
Skin breakouts or hair feeling thinner
🤧Catching every bug going round
💊PMS has gotten worse since starting the pill

Nodding at more than two? Your nutrients are likely depleted.

How it works

Three steps to feeling like yourself again

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Answer 5 questions

Tell us how long you've been on the pill, which symptoms you're experiencing, and where you feel it most day to day.

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Get your recommendation

We match your symptom profile to the right Vertiliate bundle — targeting the specific nutrients your body is most likely missing.

3
Start replenishing

Take your recommended supplements daily. Most women notice a difference within 2–3 weeks as their levels begin to restore.

Personalised for you

Find out what your body is missing

Answer 5 quick questions and we'll match you with the supplements your body actually needs right now.

Our bundles

Built specifically for women on hormonal contraceptives

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Mood & Energy Support Bundle

For fatigue, low mood, brain fog, and poor concentration. Targets the three nutrients most commonly depleted by the pill.

B Complex Vitamin D Magnesium
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Skin & Hair Health Bundle

For breakouts, hair thinning, and visible skin changes. Targets the nutrients that directly affect your skin barrier and hair cycle.

Zinc Selenium Vitamin C B Complex
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Post Pill Recovery Bundle

For women who've recently stopped the pill. Supports your body through the transition as hormones and nutrient levels rebalance.

Vitamin B12 Vitamin D B Complex Magnesium Zinc Selenium
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Birth Control Support Complete Bundle

The full reset. Every nutrient the pill is known to deplete, in one daily routine. Best value for long-term pill users.

Vitamin D B Complex Magnesium Zinc Selenium
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How long have you been on hormonal contraception?

This tells us your current depletion level.

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Less than 6 months
Just starting out
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6 months – 2 years
Depletion starting to build
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2 – 5 years
Significant depletion likely
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5+ years
Long-term support recommended
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What's your current status with hormonal contraception?

This changes what your body needs right now.

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Currently taking it
Still on the pill, patch, or coil
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Recently stopped — under 3 months ago
Your body is in transition right now
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Stopped 3+ months ago
Still recovering or maintaining
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Which of these do you experience?

Select everything that applies — be honest.

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Constant tiredness or fatigue
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Mood swings or feeling low
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Brain fog or poor concentration
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Poor sleep quality
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Anxiety or feeling stressed
Skin breakouts or hair thinning
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Getting sick frequently
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Where do you feel it most, day to day?

Pick the one that impacts your life the most.

My energy and motivation
Getting through the day feels hard
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My mood and emotional wellbeing
Feeling low, flat, or not myself
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My skin, hair and nails
Visible changes I can't explain
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My sleep and stress levels
Can't switch off or rest properly
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How would you describe your current diet?

No judgment — this helps calibrate how much support you need.

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Balanced and varied
Plenty of whole foods and vegetables
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Pretty average
Mix of healthy and convenient
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Mostly on the go
Lots of quick meals and takeaway
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Restricted or limited
Vegetarian, vegan, or dietary restrictions
Your recommendation

💡 Or take our Home Blood Test for a confirmed baseline — £149.99