Soccer legend David Beckham is running into the world of wellness with IM8, a high-end supplement brand he co-founded to simplify the latest scientific info on longevity and health into one daily dose. Known for his rigorous fitness regimen, the 49-year-old claims that, “after retiring from football,” these products—a “Daily Ultimate Essentials” drink powder and a capsule for healthy aging—have transformed his energy levels, focus, and overall health. Here’s what you need to know about the new Beckham-backed supplements brand and whether it’s right for you.
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Beckham Bends Into Supplements
IM8 officially launched on Nov. 18, 2024, with a special introduction into the U.S. on Jan. 14, 2025 celebrated by a two-part wellness event in New York City. There, Beckham gushed about the supplements he co-founded with health science company, Prenetics, and a team of scientific advisors in the fields of academia, medicine, and space science.
“My focus is better, my energy is better, I feel fresher, I’m sleeping better, and my gut is great,” Beckham told the crowd, according to Women’s Health. He also noted that his bloodwork has improved since he started taking IM8.
The brand, which is available online and ships free to the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Singapore, and Hong Kong (and for a fee in other countries), features two key supplements and a bundle pack:
- Daily Ultimate Essentials – A nutrient-dense powder drink with 92 ingredients that claims to replace up to 16 daily supplements; It includes prebiotics, probiotics, CoQ10 for heart health, and MSM for joint support.
- Daily Ultimate Longevity – A capsule designed for cellular rejuvenation and healthy aging, featuring NAD3 and CRT8 for vitality and strength.
- The Beckham Stack – A combo pack of the two products above.
Are the Supplements Worth It?
IM8 Health
At such a steep price tag, you would hope IM8 supplements live up to their claims.
The ingredients are a patent-pending blend of bioactive compounds found in nature, the brand says, such as Fucoidan and Berberine HCI, which are believed to have rejuvenating and anti-aging properties.
IM8 is transparent on its website about the clinical trials these ingredients have gone through. “Our formulations undergo rigorous third-party testing, including NSF Certified for Sport verification, to ensure safety, purity, and performance. This certification tests for over 280 banned substances, heavy metals, and contaminants while verifying ingredient dosages to match the label.”
Results of a 12-week randomized, controlled, clinical trial showed that after 30 days of taking the supplements:
- 90% of participants felt an energy boost
- 81% experienced greater endurance during physical activity
- 67% reported feeling less bloated and better digestion
- 62% saw visible changes in their hair, skin, and nails
Back on Earth, Beckham is telling fans that, as someone who used to have daily access to top-tier medical and nutrition experts as a professional athlete and took over 12 different supplements a day, he thinks IM8 is a game-changing, all-in-one solution to supporting health and longevity.
“I’ve been drinking IM8 every day for six months, and I feel the difference,” Beckham said. “Health has always been a priority for me, and with IM8, we set out to create something truly effective.”
When asked for her independent take on the supplements, Navya Mysore, MD, a primary care physician and women’s health expert in New York City, told Women’s Health, “Everything looks safe, and there’s definitely a lot of good stuff on that list. I just don’t know if everybody needs everything that’s in it.”
For a personalized recommendation, talk to your doctor.
