Baby Grow + Thrive
Culturelle's Baby Grow + Thrive is a Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical supplement containing four ingredients. Key components include 10 mcg of Vitamin D and a Proprietary Blend of cultures. Our analysis indicates that the Vitamin D dosage is underdosed, potentially limiting its effectiveness for infants. The product achieved an N+ Score of 28, resulting in an 'F' grade and a 'poor' tier classification. This low score is attributed to 0% ingredient adequacy and 50% formula completeness, alongside 25% label transparency, which suggests a lack of full disclosure regarding the proprietary blend. Given the underdosed Vitamin D and overall low N+ Score, this product may not be optimal for parents seeking comprehensive foundational support for infants. It is intended for infants requiring general vitamin D and probiotic support, but the formulation's adequacy is a concern.
About This Product
Baby Grow + Thrive by Culturelle is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 4 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 28/100 (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
- +Product data available for comparison
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Proprietary blends hide individual ingredient amounts
Ingredient Analysis (4 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | — | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 10.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | — | N/A |
| Proprietary Blend Total Cultures | — | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.