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designed to support everyday balance, combining
thoughtfully sourced ingredients with modern rituals
to help you feel better in your body, naturally.
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Macra makes plant-based formulas


for the moments your body needs backup.
We use studied ingredients at
meaningful doses, third-party testing, and clean formulas you can actually understand.
Clinically-studied ingredients
Meaningful doses
Third-party tested (no hidden blends)
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Made for pasta nights, bread baskets, and carb-heavy meals.
Carb Curb uses white kidney bean extract to help reduce starch absorption and supports a healthier post-meal response. Take 2 capsules before your biggest carb meal.
CLINICAL PROOF
66% less starch breakdown
Observed in clinical research*
66% less starch breakdown
Observed in clinical research*
Supports healthy carb processing
Studied against placebo†
Supports healthy carb processing
Studied against placebo†
Supports a healthier post-meal response
Supported by clinical findings†
Supports a healthier post-meal response
Supported by clinical findings†
Based on published clinical research on white kidney bean extract at 1000mg/day in adults (PMC7284421). Results reflect the ingredient at its studied dose, not this product specifically. Individual results may vary. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Carbs aren’t the enemy. Being unprepared is.
Carb Curb uses white kidney bean extract to help reduce starch absorption and supports a healthier post-meal response. Take 2 capsules before your biggest carb meal.
66% less starch breakdown
Observed in clinical research*
Supports healthy carb processing
Studied against placebo†
Supports a healthier post-meal response
Supported by clinical findings†
Based on published clinical research on white kidney bean extract at 1000mg/day in adults (PMC7284421). Results reflect the ingredient at its studied dose, not this product specifically. Individual results may vary. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Made for busy minds, short fuses and days that ask too much.
Mood Bloom combines saffron, L-theanine, and rhodiola to support calm mood, emotional balance, and stress resilience without making you feel sleepy. Take 1 capsule daily with food.
CLINICAL PROOF
Supports positive mood
Saffron studied using validated mood scales*
Supports positive mood
Saffron studied using validated mood scales*
Calm without the crash
L-theanine studied for relaxation without sedation†
Calm without the crash
L-theanine studied for relaxation without sedation†
Supports stress resilience
Rhodiola studied for daily stress support‡
Supports stress resilience
Rhodiola studied for daily stress support‡
Based on published clinical research on saffron extract at 30mg/day, rhodiola rosea at 200-576mg/day, and L-theanine at 200mg/day in adults. Results reflect these ingredients at their studied doses, not this product specifically. Individual results may vary. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Bad days don’t get to run the show.
Mood Bloom combines saffron, L-theanine, and rhodiola to support calm mood, emotional balance, and stress resilience without making you feel sleepy. Take 1 capsule daily with food.
Supports positive mood
Saffron studied using validated mood scales*
Calm without the crash
L-theanine studied for relaxation without sedation†
Supports stress resilience
Rhodiola studied for daily stress support‡
Based on published clinical research on saffron extract at 30mg/day, rhodiola rosea at 200-576mg/day, and L-theanine at 200mg/day in adults. Results reflect these ingredients at their studied doses, not this product specifically. Individual results may vary. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
9,000+
Published studies on Macra's core ingredients
PubMed search across all 5 Carb Curb + 3 Mood Bloom ingredients
200mg
L-Theanine at 200mg/day significantly reduced stress, anxiety, and sleep disturbance vs. placebo in RCT†
Hidese et al., Nutrients (2019)
30mg
Saffron at 30mg/day showed comparable efficacy to fluoxetine in a clinical trial
Noorbala et al., J Ethnopharmacology (2005)
Macra makes plant-based formulas for the moments real life throws at you. Big meals. Busy minds. Long days. Every ingredient is chosen with purpose, dosed to matter, and listed clearly on the label.
Macra is a science-backed supplement brand focused on two key areas: carbohydrate wellness Carb Curb and mood support
Mood Bloom. We use clinically studied ingredients at research-backed dosages to create targeted formulas that work.
Each product is third-party tested for purity and potency.*
Anyone looking for targeted, science-backed support for their wellness goals. Carb Curb is for people who want support around carb-heavy meals. Mood Bloom is for those seeking natural mood and stress support. Both are designed for busy adults who want premium ingredients that actually work.*
Carb Curb: Take 2 capsules 15-30 minutes before your biggest carb meal of the day. Timing matters - it needs to be in your system before you eat.
Mood Bloom: Take 1 capsule daily, ideally in the morning with food. Consistency is what makes it work.*
Carb Curb works meal-by-meal - you may notice less bloating and steadier energy quickly. Mood Bloom builds over time; most people feel a real difference within 2-4 weeks of daily use. Individual results may vary.*
Mood Bloom is specifically formulated to support mood wellness and stress response with clinically studied saffron extract, rhodiola, and L-theanine. It's designed for everyday stress resilience and emotional balance as part of a healthy lifestyle, not as a treatment for any medical condition.*
Carb Curb may help support your body's processing of starch-based carbs like pizza crust, but it works specifically on starches, not simple sugars. Results depend on the meal composition and individual response. It's designed to support your wellness goals around carb-heavy meals.*
Yes. Both products are independently tested by an ISO 17025 accredited lab for heavy metals, pesticides, BPA, phthalates, and glyphosate. Test results are available at macra.com/labs.*
No. You can purchase one-time or choose our convenient subscription service. Subscription helps you save and ships automatically on your chosen schedule. You can pause, skip, or cancel anytime from your account - no phone calls required.*
We offer a 90-day satisfaction guarantee. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, contact us for a full refund. We stand behind the quality and effectiveness of our products. Read more at macra.com/returns.
Yes. We accept returns within 90 days of purchase for a full refund. Products should be unopened when possible. Contact our support team to initiate a return. Customer satisfaction is our priority.*Read more at macra.com/returns.