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Ginseng? You’ve probably heard of it.
Maca? Quite possibly.
But Bombyx Mori?
That’s one ingredient that tends to produce a rather different reaction:
What on earth is that?
Bombyx Mori is certainly one of the more unusual names you’ll find within the Lewtress range. It isn’t a herb, root, berry or mushroom.
In fact, its story starts somewhere completely different.
With silk.
So, what exactly is Bombyx Mori, where does it come from, what are Bombyx peptides and why might you find Bombyx in a food supplement?
Welcome to Wellness Without The Noise #10.
What Is Bombyx Mori?
Bombyx mori is the scientific name for the domesticated silk moth.
You may be more familiar with its larval stage: the silkworm.
The species has been associated with silk production for thousands of years.
That immediately makes Bombyx different from many of the ingredients we’ve explored in this series.
Ginseng is a plant.
Rose Hip comes from the rose plant.
Ginkgo Biloba comes from a tree.
Slippery Elm comes from tree bark.
Bombyx Mori comes from a completely different source.
What Does Bombyx Mori Have to Do With Silk?
Bombyx Mori has been domesticated over thousands of years because of its role in sericulture, the production of silk.
The silkworm feeds primarily on mulberry leaves before producing the silk cocoon for which it is famous.
Its relationship with humans therefore stretches back far further than its appearance in modern food supplements.
Today, Bombyx-derived ingredients can also be processed for use in specialist products, including some food supplement formulations.
What is Bombyx Mori L Extract?
The extract used by Lewtress is derived from juvenile male silk moths, rather than from the silkworm stage itself.
The material undergoes a water-based extraction process and the resulting liquid is dried into a powder, producing the ingredient that is subsequently used within Lewtress formulations.
So when you see Bombyx Mori within one of these formulations, there isn’t a physical moth or silkworm inside the capsule. It is a processed Bombyx Mori L Extract.
What About Amino Acids and Peptides?
If you’ve researched Bombyx ingredients before, you may have encountered references to both amino acids and peptides.
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.
When amino acids join together in short chains, those chains are known as peptides.
This is why you may see both terms when reading more generally about Bombyx-derived ingredients.
However, when we’re talking specifically about the raw material used by Lewtress, the clearest terminology is the terminology given by its supplier:
Is Bombyx Mori a Herbal Ingredient?
No.
And that’s an important distinction.
Because Lewtress specialises in natural health supplements, it would be easy to assume that everything within the range is herbal.
Bombyx Mori isn’t.
The Bombyx Mori L Extract used by Lewtress is animal-derived and originates from the male silk moth.
That is particularly important information for anyone whose dietary or ethical choices affect the supplements they buy.
Always check the full ingredient information for the particular product you are considering.
Why Is Bombyx Mori Found in Food Supplements?
This is where things can quickly become confusing.
Search for Bombyx Mori online and you may encounter some fairly dramatic descriptions of what Bombyx supplements supposedly do.
That isn’t how we want to explain it.
A food supplement is not a medicine, and Bombyx products should not be presented as preventing, treating or curing a medical condition.
Instead, it is more useful to understand Bombyx Mori L Extract as an ingredient used within specialist adult food supplement formulations.
Different formulations can contain different quantities and additional ingredients, so seeing “Bombyx” on two packets doesn’t necessarily mean the products are identical.
Why Are Some Lewtress Bombyx Products Called Complexes?
This is another useful distinction.
Bombyx Mori L Extract is an ingredient. A Bombyx complex is a finished formulation containing multiple active ingredients.
Lewtress offers several different Bombyx formulations rather than one standard product.
Depending on the particular formula and strength, the products contain different amounts of the Bombyx-derived ingredient, alongside different combinations and strengths of other active ingredients.
These can include amino acids such as L-Arginine and D-Aspartic Acid, as well as carefully selected high-strength or high-potency botanical extracts.
This allows the Bombyx range to include different formulations for male and female adult customers, with different product options depending on individual preferences and requirements.
It also means that two products with “Bombyx” on the front of the packet shouldn’t automatically be considered equivalent.
The amount of Bombyx Mori L Extract, the additional active ingredients and the overall formulation can all differ from one product to another.
That’s why it’s important to look beyond the headline ingredient and check the complete formulation of the particular product you are considering.
Is Every Bombyx Supplement the Same?
No.
This is probably one of the most useful things to understand if you’ve started researching Bombyx.
Bombyx Mori L Extract is an ingredient that can form part of different supplement formulations.
Manufacturers may use different forms, quantities and combinations of ingredients.
The recommended intake may also differ between products.
That’s why comparing products purely by the word “Bombyx” on the front of the packet doesn’t tell you very much.
You need to look at what’s actually inside.
What Should You Look for on a Bombyx Supplement Label?
If Bombyx is unfamiliar to you, start with the basics.
Check the full ingredient list
Don’t focus only on the ingredient highlighted on the front of the packet.
Look at everything included in the formulation.
Check the recommended intake
Read how the manufacturer instructs you to use the particular product.
More isn’t automatically better.
Check who the product is intended for
Food supplements should clearly state who they are designed for and provide any relevant warnings.
Check the source
Bombyx Mori is derived from the domesticated silkworm.
This may be an important consideration depending on your dietary or ethical preferences.
Look for clear product information
You should be able to find straightforward information about the product without relying on dramatic promises.
What Is Lewtress Bombyx Daily?
One Bombyx option within the Lewtress range is Bombyx Daily.
As its name suggests, this particular product has been formulated for regular daily use by adults.
Bombyx Daily combines Bombyx Mori L Extract with other active ingredients to create its particular formulation.
Because different Bombyx complexes contain different amounts and combinations of ingredients, always check the individual Lewtress product page and packaging and follow the directions for the specific product you are using.
Why Does the Exact Formulation Matter?
This applies to far more than Bombyx.
It’s very easy to shop for supplements by looking only at the biggest ingredient name on the front of the packet.
But the complete formulation matters.
Two products featuring the same headline ingredient may contain:
- Different quantities
- Different forms of the ingredient
- Different additional ingredients
- Different recommended serving sizes
- Different directions for use
That’s why we always encourage you to turn the packet around and actually read what’s there.
How Should You Take Bombyx Daily?
Always follow the directions supplied with the product.
Don’t assume the instructions for one Bombyx product automatically apply to another.
If you are unsure about the suggested intake or how a product should be used, check the packaging or contact Lewtress before taking it.
And never exceed the recommended daily intake simply because you think taking more will produce a greater effect.
Can You Take Bombyx Mori With Medication?
If you take regular medication, it is sensible to speak to your pharmacist, GP or another qualified healthcare professional before introducing a new food supplement.
The same applies if you:
- Have an existing medical condition
- Take several supplements
- Are preparing for surgery
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Are unsure whether an ingredient is appropriate for you
Do not stop, delay or alter prescribed medication in order to take a food supplement.
Is Bombyx Mori Suitable for Vegetarians or Vegans?
The Bombyx Mori L Extract used by Lewtress is derived from the male silk moth.
It is therefore an animal-derived ingredient and products containing it should not be considered suitable for vegans.
This is worth highlighting because the material used to make a capsule shell and the ingredients contained inside that capsule are two different things.
A plant-based capsule shell does not necessarily mean that every ingredient within it is plant-derived.
If you avoid particular animal-derived ingredients for dietary, ethical or religious reasons, always check the complete product information before purchasing.
Why Is Bombyx Mori So Unfamiliar?
Partly because it sits outside the ingredients most of us encounter in everyday food.
You probably recognise turmeric from the spice cupboard.
You may know rose hips from the garden.
You might have heard of ginseng through traditional herbal products.
But there’s very little reason for the average person to encounter the scientific name of the domesticated silkworm in everyday life.
Until they see Bombyx Mori written on a supplement packet.
And that’s exactly the sort of ingredient we created Wellness Without The Noise to explore.
Should You Be Wary of Big Claims About Bombyx?
You should approach dramatic claims about any food supplement carefully.
A supplement cannot legally be presented as a treatment or cure for a disease or medical condition.
Equally, words such as “natural” or “traditional” don’t automatically prove that a product will produce a particular effect.
Look for straightforward information.
Read the ingredients.
Follow the directions.
And if you have a medical concern, speak to an appropriate healthcare professional rather than attempting to treat it with a food supplement.
What Makes Bombyx Mori Interesting?
Quite simply, its story.
Here is an ingredient whose history is intrinsically connected with one of the world’s oldest and most recognisable natural materials: silk.
It isn’t a herb.
It isn’t a root.
It isn’t another botanical extract with an unfamiliar Latin name.
It’s the domesticated silkworm.
And understanding that immediately makes the rather mysterious words Bombyx Mori on a supplement packet much less mysterious.
The Bottom Line
So, what have we discovered?
Bombyx mori is the scientific name for the domesticated silk moth, whose larval stage is commonly known as the silkworm.
The species has been associated with silk production for thousands of years.
The specific raw material used within Lewtress formulations is identified by its supplier as Bombyx Mori L Extract and is derived from juvenile male silk moths.
That extract is then used in different amounts and alongside different combinations and strengths of other active ingredients to create the various Lewtress Bombyx complexes.
The range includes different formulations for male and female adult customers, so the complete formulation can vary considerably between products.
This is why different Bombyx products aren’t necessarily identical and why it’s important to look beyond the product name and check the complete formulation, directions and suitability information.
And perhaps most importantly, don’t allow dramatic online claims to substitute for reliable information about what you’re actually buying.
Sometimes understanding a supplement doesn’t need to be complicated.
You just need someone to explain what’s inside the packet.
That’s Wellness Without The Noise.
Clear information about the ingredients behind your supplements, without the hype.
