1,000 mg Vitamin C Super Orange
This Emergen-C product is categorized as a Multi-Vitamin and Mineral (MVM) supplement, designed to provide a blend of vitamins and minerals. It features a total of 18 ingredients with 100% label transparency. Key ingredients like Vitamin C at 1000mg, Vitamin B6 at 10mg, Vitamin B12 at 25mcg, and Pantothenic Acid at 2.5mg are present at clinically studied dosages, which research suggests may support various bodily functions. However, Thiamine, Riboflavin, and Niacin are noted as underdosed compared to established clinical benchmarks. The product received an N+ Score of 54, resulting in an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average overall formulation quality, particularly due to its ingredient adequacy and formula completeness scores. This product might be considered by individuals primarily seeking high doses of specific B vitamins and Vitamin C, but should be aware of the underdosed status of other included nutrients.
About This Product
1,000 mg Vitamin C Super Orange by Emergen-C is a joint & bone supplement containing 18 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 54/100 (Grade F).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid and 1 more.
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
- +4 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 18 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (18 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Thiamine | 0.360 mg | Under |
| Riboflavin | 0.390 mg | Under |
| Niacin | 4.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin B6 | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 167.000 mcg DFE | Under |
| Vitamin B12 | 25.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 2.500 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin C | 1000.000 mg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 50.000 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 53.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.000 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 0.500 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 10.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 65.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 200.000 mg | Under |
| Phosphorus | 38.000 mg | Under |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.