1,000 mg Vitamin C Lite
Emergen-C 1,000 mg Vitamin C Lite is an "Other Combinations" supplement designed to provide a blend of vitamins and minerals. This product features 1000mg of Vitamin C, 10mg of Niacin, and 25mcg of Vitamin B12, all of which are present at dosages commonly considered clinically relevant. However, several other ingredients, including Folic Acid, Calcium (50mg), and Phosphorus (98mg), are underdosed compared to established recommendations. With a total of 16 ingredients and 100% label transparency, its N+ Score is 54, earning it an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average overall quality. This product might be considered by individuals primarily seeking a high dose of Vitamin C with some additional B vitamins, but it falls short in providing adequate levels of other essential nutrients.
About This Product
1,000 mg Vitamin C Lite by Emergen-C is a joint & bone supplement containing 16 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 54/100 (Grade F).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Niacin, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +3 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 16 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (16 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Niacin | 10.000 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin B12 | 25.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Vitamin C | 1000.000 mg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 50.000 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 60.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.000 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 0.500 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 10.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.000 g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.000 g | N/A |
| Folic Acid | 25.000 mcg | Under |
| Sodium | 60.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 200.000 mg | Under |
| Alpha Lipoic Acid | 1.000 mg | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 98.000 mg | Under |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.