Velvet Antler: Nature’s Ancient Supplement for Modern Wellness
Velvet antler is the soft, growing antler harvested from deer or elk before it hardens into bone. It's been used for over 2,000 years in traditional Chinese medicine, revered for its wide-ranging health benefits. Today, velvet antler is gaining popularity in Western wellness circles for its natural support of joint health, vitality, immune function, and athletic performance.
Cervid Labs harvests Grade A velvet antler from U.S.-based elk farms using a cruelty-free, harm-free method that ensures both animal welfare and product potency.
Top Health Benefits of Velvet Antler
1. Joint and Bone Health
Velvet antler is a natural source of glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and collagen, all of which are key for maintaining healthy cartilage and reducing joint discomfort. Many users report improved mobility, reduced inflammation, and better flexibility. A popular choice for those with pain or active lifestyles.
2. Natural Energy and Endurance
Athletes and fitness enthusiasts turn to velvet antler for its ability to enhance stamina and recovery. Thanks to its rich profile of amino acids and growth factors, it supports muscle repair, oxygen delivery, and endurance, all without synthetic stimulants.
3. Immune Support
Velvet antler contains over 400 bioactive compounds, including immunomodulators that help regulate and strengthen immune function. It’s a valuable supplement during high-stress periods, and cold/flu season.
4. Anti-Aging and Vitality
IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1), found naturally in velvet antler, plays a role in cell regeneration, skin elasticity, and lean muscle development. As we age, our IGF-1 levels decline. Velvet antler supplements may help restore this balance, promoting energy, libido, and overall vitality.
5. Recovery and Healing
Whether you're bouncing back from an intense workout or a minor injury, velvet antler’s unique blend of minerals and peptides supports faster tissue recovery. It also promotes healthy blood circulation, aiding the body’s natural healing process.
Cervid Labs is an America Fist company, proudly supporting US elk farmers. All material sourcing and manufacturing is done right in the US.
The Cervid Labs Journey: Ethical Velvet Antler, From Farm to Bottle
Cervid Labs is a veteran-owned and operated company based in Southern Wisconsin, dedicated to producing premium velvet antler supplements. Their journey began on their family elk farm, where they saw firsthand the rising demand for high-quality velvet antler products.
Despite this growing interest, they noticed a lack of supplements that maintained full control from farm to bottle, ensuring purity, potency, and ethical sourcing. That’s why they created Cervid Labs: to close that gap and bring trustworthy, US-sourced velvet antler supplements to market.
All of Cervid Labs velvet antler is either harvested directly from their own farm, or sourced from trusted partners in their Velvet Partner Program. This program sets strict standards for quality, sustainability, and animal welfare, so you know exactly where your supplement comes from, and how it was made.
Sourcing with Integrity
The process begins at the source - the elk farm. They only use raw velvet antler harvested from their own herd, or trusted US elk farms. By paying farmers a fair price for this rapidly growing commodity, they support local agriculture while ensuring complete traceability. Velvet antler can only be harvested once a year during its unique growth stage, making quality sourcing essential.
Preserving Nutrients with Freeze-Drying
Immediately after harvest, they preserve the antler using advanced freeze-drying methods. While more time-intensive and costly, freeze-drying locks in the 400+ active nutrients and minerals found in velvet antler. This process delivers a more potent, higher-quality supplement compared to less effective drying techniques used elsewhere.
Grinding and Particle Processing
Once dried, the velvet antler is carefully crushed, ground, and sifted into a fine powder. Particle size reduction is a key step that ensures consistency and prepares the product for encapsulation.
Encapsulation and Packaging Under One Roof
Finally, the velvet antler powder is encapsulated, bottled, and packaged, all in-house. By keeping every stage of production under one roof, they maintain strict quality control and deliver a finished product you can trust
