Emergen-C

1,000 mg Vitamin C Tangerine

F
N+ Score53
Joint & BoneServing: 9.4 Gram(s)Type: Multi-Vitamin and Mineral (MVM)

Emergen-C 1,000 mg Vitamin C Tangerine is a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement featuring 18 ingredients. It provides a robust 1000mg of Vitamin C, along with clinically studied doses of Vitamin B6 (10mg), Vitamin B12 (25mcg), and Pantothenic Acid (2.5mg), which research suggests can support various bodily functions. However, several B vitamins, including Thiamine, Riboflavin, and Niacin, are present at underdosed levels. The product holds an N+ Score of 53, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average quality assessment due to concerns with ingredient adequacy and formula completeness. This product may appeal to individuals prioritizing high-dose Vitamin C and specific B vitamins, despite the underdosed status of other included nutrients.

About This Product

1,000 mg Vitamin C Tangerine by Emergen-C is a joint & bone supplement containing 18 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 53/100 (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 Transparency94/100

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
Thiamine0.380 mgUnder
Riboflavin0.430 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
Magnesium60.000 mgUnder
ZincN/A
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.