ADB5-Plus
ADB5-Plus by Biotics Research is a vitamin and mineral supplement with an N+ Score of 74, receiving a C+ grade. This product provides several B vitamins at clinically relevant dosages, including Vitamin C (75 mg), Thiamin (5 mg), Riboflavin (5 mg), Niacin (25 mg), and Vitamin B6 (5 mg). However, several key minerals such as Iron (0.5 mg), Magnesium (35 mg), and Zinc (2.5 mg) are present at underdosed levels, which impacts its overall ingredient adequacy score of 63%. With 13 ingredients and 100% label transparency, this supplement may offer targeted B vitamin support, though individuals seeking comprehensive mineral repletion might consider other options.
About This Product
ADB5-Plus by Biotics Research is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 13 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 74/100 (Grade C+).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and 6 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
- +9 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 13 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −No major weaknesses identified
Ingredient Analysis (13 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Riboflavin | 5.000 mg | Optimal |
| Niacin | 25.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B6 | 5.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 200.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 75.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin C | 75.000 mg | Adequate |
| Iron | 0.500 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 35.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.500 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 1.000 mg | Adequate |
| Thiamin | 5.000 mg | Optimal |
| Proprietary Blend | 733.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.