Sourcing research · organic first
The Ingredient Guide
One dossier per ingredient — what it contributes, what separates great sourcing from mediocre, and where to actually buy it. Ordered by Ed’s own ranking of importance. Water appears under both beverages; it’s that kind of ingredient.
MB1 · Tonic Awakening
| # | Ingredient | Category | Priority | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water | foundation | core | $355 / 3-gal system with 2 filters (reg. $399) |
| 2 | Lemon or Lime Juice | citrus | core | $19.99 / 4 lb box (bulk to 100 lb, up to $209.50) |
| 3 | Salt Sole | mineral | core | $14.99 / 5 lb coarse grain |
| 4 | Apple Cider Vinegar | ferment | optional | $24.00 / 2-pack of 32 oz glass bottles (free shipping lower 48) |
| 5 | Fulvic & Humic Minerals | mineral | optional | $47.95 / 32 fl oz (1-month supply); $43.16 on subscription |
| 6 | Water Kefir | ferment | optional | $16.00 / 1/4 cup live grains |
| 7 | Pomegranate Juice | juice | optional | $41.00 / six 32 oz glass bottles (~$6.83/bottle); ~$6.99 single bottle at grocers |
| 8 | Coconut Water | juice | optional | $9.99 / 32 fl oz at Target (reg. $10.99); ~$9.99 at Safeway/Whole Foods |
| 9 | Chlorophyll from Alfalfa | greens | optional | $21.99 / 16 fl oz |
| 10 | Baking Soda | mineral | optional | $4.99 / 16 oz (Fully Healthy; similar at grocery) |
MB2 · Ambrosia Activation
| # | Ingredient | Category | Priority | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water | foundation | core | $355 / 3-gal system with 2 filters (reg. $399) |
| 2 | Coffee | coffee | core | $16.99 / 12 oz (Organic Mexican, whole bean) |
| 3 | Butter | dairy | core | ~$12-14 / lb retail (price approximate as of July 2026) |
| 4 | Cacao | core blend | core | $14.99 / 8 oz (16 oz and 24 oz bags also sold; 24 oz roughly $22-25 at Amazon/Target) |
| 5 | Honey | core blend | core | ~$8-15 / 1 lb jar, varies by region |
| 6 | Cream | dairy | core | $7.39 / 12 fl oz (Natural Grocers, July 2026) |
| 7 | Cinnamon | spice | optional | $9.99 / 1.8 oz |
| 8 | Cardamom | spice | optional | $12.99 / 1.7 oz |
| 9 | Coriander | spice | optional | $22.96 / 1 lb |
| 10 | Cloves | spice | optional | $9.69 / 1.40 oz |
| 11 | Matcha | tea & greens | optional | $10.99 / 30 g |
| 12 | MCT Oil | oil | optional | $22.99 / 16 oz (~$44 / 32 oz at Walmart) |
| 13 | Ashwagandha | adaptogen | optional | $24.99 / 16 oz |
| 14 | Moringa | adaptogen | optional | $15.97 / 7.4 oz |
| 15 | Triphala | adaptogen | optional | $12.99 / 3.5 oz |
| 16 | Baobab | adaptogen | optional | $26 / 8 oz |
| 17 | Yerba Mate | tea & greens | optional | $18.00 / 16 oz |
| 18 | Pine Needles | herbal | optional | $30 / 6 oz (approx. 85 servings) |
| 19 | Stinging Nettle | herbal | optional | $12 / 4 oz |
| 20 | Teeccino Mix | teccino | optional | $19.99 / 11 oz (frequently on sale ~$16; subscribe 15% off) |
| 21 | Carob | teccino | optional | $14.29 / 1 lb |
| 22 | Roasted Barley | teccino | optional | $12.49 / 1 lb (ground dark roast) |
| 23 | Chicory Root | teccino | optional | $22.26 / 1 lb |
| 24 | Dates | teccino | optional | $14.99 / 1 lb |
| 25 | Figs | teccino | optional | $20.99 / 40 oz (Walmart) |
| 26 | Almonds | teccino | optional | $15 / 1 lb |
| 27 | Mushroom Powder | herbal | optional | $34.95 / 60 g (150 g bonus size also from $34.95) |
| 28 | Almond Butter | nut & seed | optional | $15.19-23.59 / 14 oz (Thrive Market sale vs. ShelHealth list) |
| 29 | Tahini | nut & seed | optional | ~$15 / 16 oz organic tahini (2-pack ~$30 on Amazon); price approximate as of July 2026 |
| 30 | Vanilla Extract | flavor | optional | $16.69-19.39 / 4 fl oz (Walmart / Vitacost) |