The best Swedish alternative to IM8

Introduction

The market for “all-in-one supplements” is growing rapidly. More and more people want to simplify their everyday lives, avoid pills and instead get their daily nutrition in a simple routine.

Two names that often appear in Sweden are Relivo and IM8.

But what exactly is the difference between them? And which is the best fit depending on who you are, what you seek and how you live?

Overall comparison

Philosophy and objective

Relivo - nutrition as the basis of life

Relivo is based on a public health perspective. The focus is on:

• nutritional deficiency as an everyday problem
• stress, sleep, joints, muscles, immune system
• long term health rather than short term performance

IM8 - longevity and performance

IM8 has a clearer connection to:

• longevity
• achievement
• biohacking-inspired lifestyle

Focus on ingredients and function

Relivo - a holistic product for a stable nutritional foundation in everyday life

Relivo is designed to work as a robust foundation in everyday life, focusing on the structures and systems of the body that are loaded daily: joints, muscles, connective tissue and mineral balance.

The formula is formulated to effectively replace several common supplements, such as:

• multivitamin
• magnesium
• collagen
• joint and inflammation support (via ginger, boswellia and rose hips)
• fiber and probiotics

This is clearly seen in the nutritional profile:

• 6 g protein per scoop, with the majority coming from marine collagen
• 188 mg magnesium, corresponding to 50% of the reference daily intake
• Clinically relevant levels of essential vitamins, among which:
  • vitamin C: 250 mg
  • vitamin D: 20 µg
  • a full spectrum of B vitamins

Relivo is not formulated as an optimization supplement, but as a long-term, daily basis for reconstruction, stability and continuity — particularly relevant to an active life or advancing age.

IM8 - more focus on cell health and adaptive function

IM8 is also an independent holistic product, but with a different biological center of gravity. The formula is centered around bioactive substances traditionally linked to:

• Cell Health and Longevity
• Antioxidative protection
• stress response and mental balance

IM8 includes a wide range of:

• Vitamins and minerals
• adaptogens, such as ashwagandha
• functional sponges
• plant extracts and polyphenols

At the same time, the formula is less focused on structural building blocks:

• no collagen
• lower levels of certain minerals, such as magnesium
• limited focus on protein

That makes IM8 particularly relevant for those who prioritize cellular level, mental energy, and adaptive health.

Price and cost per daily portion

Price is not everything — but it is relevant when a dietary supplement should be used every day, all year round.

Relivo costs 699 SEK per month.
IM8 costs about SEK 1,000 per month.

Both products are stacked as a daily scoop, with roughly 30 servings per month.

Over time, the difference becomes clear:
in a year it separates about 3,600—4,000 kr, for two products that are both used daily but with different philosophy and content.

Price alone does not determine what is “best,” but it does affect how sustainable the routine is in the long term.

Cost per daily scoop

• Relivo:
  699 kr/30 days ≈ 23 kr per day
• IM8:
  1 000 kr/30 days ≈ 33 kr per day

This means that IM8 is around 40-45% higher in daily cost compared to Relivo.

IM8 does not contain collagen

One of the most noticeable differences between Relivo and IM8 is collagen.

Relivo

• 6 grams of marine collagen per day
• from fish (low molecular weight, high bioavailability)

Collagen is central to:

• joints and cartilage
• tendons and connective tissue
• skin, hair, and nails
• recovery in case of physical loads

IM8

• Contains no collagen

For many, especially 40+ or active people, this means that IM8 needs to be supplemented with a separate collagen supplement.

Magnesium and stress physiology

Magnesium is one of the most common deficiencies in the Nordic countries.

• Relivo:188 mg magnesium as bisglycinate (gentle, high absorbability)
• IM8: 65 mg magnesium (≈15% RI)

In practice, this means:

• Relivo may act as primary source of magnesium
• IM8 rather provides a supplement on top of the diet

For people with high stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and muscle tension this is a distinct difference.

Inflammation and joint support

Relivo contains several ingredients with proven links to joint and inflammation balance:

• Boswellia serrata
• Ginger
• Rosehip
• Bromelain

Together with collagen, it creates a collaborative effect around joints and movement.

IM8 has less focus on this particular area and is aimed more at:

• cell protection
• antioxidants
• general longevity support

Positive is that IM8, like Relivo, contains MSM which can be good for supporting joints.

Taste, sweetener, and metabolic Response

The choice of flavor and sweetening in a daily dietary supplement is not only a matter of taste preference — but can also affect How the body reacts over time.

IM8 has a distinctly flavored cherry profile and incorporates sweeteners to create a consistent and appealing taste experience.

Relivo has chosen a different path. Relivo contains no sweeteners at all, and instead has a naturally neutral taste that comes directly from the raw materials.

Why do sweeteners matter to some?

Research shows that certain sweeteners, in some individuals, can:

• trigger insulin responses even though they don't contain sugar
• affect blood sugar regulation indirectly
• interfere with appetite and satiety signals with regular use

The effect is individual, but for people who:

• are sensitive to blood sugar fluctuations
• use the product daily, year after year
• want to minimize unnecessary metabolic stimulation

it may be good to avoid sweeteners for precautionary reasons.

Relivo's philosophy is that a daily supplement should be as metabolically neutral as possible, especially when used as a long-term health routine rather than a flavored beverage.

IM8 is owned by Chinese listed company Prenetics - Relivo is founded and manufactured in Sweden

For many people who choose a daily dietary supplement origin, ownership and supervision at least as important as the content declaration. Especially when the product is used every day, over a long period of time.

Relivo is:

• founded and owned by Swedish entrepreneurs
• developed in Sweden
• Made in Sweden
• sent from Sweden

This means that Relivo is covered by:

• Swedish food law
• regular supervision by Swedish control authorities
• requirements for traceability, labelling and documentation in accordance with Swedish and EU rules

This proximity to both production and supervision means that any changes, updates or quality controls take place locally and transparently.

IM8 has a different structure. The brand is owned by an international corporation with Chinese ownership, and production takes place in the United States. This means that:

• manufacturing and quality control takes place outside of Sweden
• Supervision complies with US regulations
• distribution to Sweden is made from abroad

This is not unusual in the industry, but it means responsibility, control and regulatory frameworks are geographically divided.

Why Relivo does not contain “functional mushrooms”

Relivo has chosen not to include “functional mushrooms,” an ingredient category found in AG1, due to the limited and conflicting research on the purported health effects of these mushrooms.

Although functional mushrooms such as Ashwagandha are often marketed for their potential immune-boosting and energizing properties, there is as yet a lack of comprehensive and robust scientific evidence that clearly confirms these benefits.

A Danish risk assessment For withania somnifera, also referred to as ashwagandha or Indian ginseng, indicates health risks of the plant. However, the risk assessment cannot establish a safe lower limit for ashwagandha.

A number of Swedish products with high levels of ashwagandha have recently been banned from sale in Denmark and thus the issue has been raised in Sweden. The Danish Food Safety Authority has therefore reviewed the Danish risk assessment and assessed that it can also be applied in Sweden.

At Relivo, we focus solely on ingredients with well-documented health effects and backed by solid research.

We prioritize quality and safety by using only ingredients that provide proven efficacy, so our customers can be sure they are investing in a product that makes a difference to health.

Who is IM8 best suited for - and who is Relivo best suited for?

When choosing between IM8 and Relivo In practice, the election is about six things: price, origin, ingredient orientation, flavor/sweetener, collagen and magnesium -- but also what kind of function you want the supplement to have.

IM8 is best suited for those who:

• Accepts a higher price for a supplemental supplement
• Does not have country of origin and manufacturing as top priority, but is comfortable with international ownership and production
• Want a nutritional foundation with a focus on micronutrients, antioxidants and longevity optimization
• Estimates that the product contains adaptogens (eg ashwagandha) and functional fungi
• Likes a clear, sweet taste and is in favor of daily use of sweeteners
• Not expecting collagen in the product, but is open to supplementing separately
• Copes with a lower magnesium dose and does not use the product as a primary magnesium source

IM8 is suitable for those who want a more “active” supplementation for energy, focus and adaptive stress management, and who does not mind combining several products.

Relivo is best suited for you who:

• Values price in relation to what is actually being replaced, and wants to collect multiple supplements into a daily routine
• Prioritizes that the product is founded, owned, manufactured and controlled in Sweden, under Swedish and EU supervision
• Want an ingredient focus for everyday life and long-term load
• Prefers an unsweetened, more neutral taste without sweeteners, adapted for daily and lifelong use
• Want collagen (6 g marine) as a central building block for joints, connective tissue and muscles
• Seeking a higher magnesium dose that can serve as main source rather than supplement