B-Complex
Nature's Sunshine B-Complex is a comprehensive B vitamin supplement, categorized as an "Other Combinations" product, containing 10 ingredients. This product achieves an N+ Score of 78, earning a B- grade, indicating a good overall quality. The formula provides clinically studied dosages for several B vitamins, including Thiamine (33mg), Riboflavin (33mg), Niacin (33mg), Vitamin B6 (33mg), and Folate (200mcg DFE), which research suggests may support various metabolic functions. However, Choline is present at 11mg, which is considered underdosed compared to typical clinical recommendations. With 100% label transparency, consumers can clearly see the amounts of each ingredient, though the presence of a 150mg proprietary blend slightly impacts formula completeness. This product may be beneficial for individuals seeking broad-spectrum B vitamin support with several key ingredients at effective levels.
About This Product
B-Complex by Nature's Sunshine is a collagen & beauty supplement containing 10 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 78/100 (Grade B-).
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 Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin and 5 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
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +8 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (10 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamine | 33.000 mg | Optimal |
| Riboflavin | 33.000 mg | Optimal |
| Niacin | 33.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B6 | 33.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 200.000 mcg DFE | Adequate |
| Vitamin B12 | 33.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Biotin | 100.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 33.000 mg | Optimal |
| Choline | 11.000 mg | Under |
| Proprietary Blend | 150.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.