Advanced Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM with Vitamin D3 50 mcg (2000 IU)
This product is a joint and bone support supplement, featuring a proprietary blend of Glucosamine, Chondroitin, and MSM, alongside Vitamin D. The total ingredient count is 5, with label transparency at 100%, though a proprietary blend is used for the main active ingredients. While it provides 50 mcg (2000 IU) of Vitamin D, research suggests higher doses may be needed for optimal bone health in some individuals, making this ingredient potentially underdosed for certain applications. The product received an N+ Score of 40, earning an F grade, indicating it falls into the below-average tier due to concerns regarding ingredient adequacy and formulation. This supplement may be considered by individuals seeking basic joint support, but it lacks clinically dosed ingredients for comprehensive efficacy.
About This Product
Advanced Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM with Vitamin D3 50 mcg (2000 IU) by Puritan's Pride is a joint & bone supplement containing 5 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 40/100 (Grade F).
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
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (5 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 50.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 20.000 mg | N/A |
| Proprietary Blend | 1875.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.