Alpha Brain Black Label
Onnit Alpha Brain Black Label is a nootropic blend containing 8 distinct ingredients, formulated to potentially support cognitive functions. Key ingredients include 1000 mg of Mucuna pruriens extract, 500 mg of Lion's Mane, and 250 mg of Citicoline, along with 100 mg of L-Theanine. Both Citicoline and L-Theanine are present at dosages that have been clinically studied for their potential cognitive benefits. The product achieves an N+ Score of 75, earning a C+ grade, indicating a good quality formulation with full label transparency. While several ingredients are well-dosed, the overall formula completeness could be further optimized. This supplement may appeal to individuals interested in supporting aspects of mental performance.
About This Product
Alpha Brain Black Label by Onnit is a pre-workout supplement containing 8 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 75/100 (Grade C+).
This product features a fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed, and key ingredients are present at clinically effective doses based on peer-reviewed research.
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include L-Theanine, Citicoline.
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
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +2 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (8 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| L-Theanine | 100.000 mg | Optimal |
| Caffeine Anhydrous | 25.000 mg | N/A |
| Citicoline | 250.000 mg | Adequate |
| Mucuna pruriens extract | 1000.000 mg | N/A |
| Lion's Mane | 500.000 mg | N/A |
| SerinAid 50P | 200.000 mg | N/A |
| Lutemax 2020 Marigold flower extract | 24.000 mg | N/A |
| Toothed Clubmoss Whole Extract | 20.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.