Emergen-C

1,000 mg Vitamin C Super Orange

F
N+ Score54
Joint & BoneServing: 9.1 Gram(s)Type: Multi-Vitamin and Mineral (MVM)

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

Ingredient Adequacy23/100

Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?

Formula Completeness25/100

Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?

Label Transparency100/100

Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?

Ingredient Diversity100/100

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)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Calories35.000 Calorie(s)N/A
Thiamine0.360 mgUnder
Riboflavin0.390 mgUnder
Niacin4.000 mgUnder
Vitamin B610.000 mgOptimal
Folate167.000 mcg DFEUnder
Vitamin B1225.000 mcgOptimal
Pantothenic Acid2.500 mgAdequate
Vitamin C1000.000 mgOptimal
Calcium50.000 mgUnder
Magnesium53.000 mgUnder
Zinc2.000 mgUnder
Manganese0.500 mgUnder
Chromium10.000 mcgUnder
Total Carbohydrates8.000 Gram(s)N/A
Sodium65.000 mgN/A
Potassium200.000 mgUnder
Phosphorus38.000 mgUnder

Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.