Balanced Minerals
Balanced Minerals is a multi-mineral supplement containing 14 ingredients, designed to support various bodily functions. Per serving, it provides zinc (15mg), selenium (60mcg), manganese (2mg), chromium (60mcg), and molybdenum (23mcg), all at clinically relevant dosages. However, key minerals such as calcium (100mg), iodine (50mcg), and magnesium (50mg) are present at underdosed levels compared to typical recommendations. The product has an N+ Score of 62, receiving a 'D' grade, reflecting its mixed ingredient adequacy despite 93% label transparency. This supplement may be considered by those seeking broad mineral support, but specific deficiencies might require higher doses of certain minerals.
About This Product
Balanced Minerals by Innate Response Formulas is a joint & bone supplement containing 14 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 62/100 (Grade D).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Zinc, Selenium, Manganese and 2 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
- +5 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 14 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (14 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 100.000 mg | Under |
| Iodine | 50.000 mcg | Under |
| Magnesium | 50.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 15.000 mg | Optimal |
| Selenium | 60.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Manganese | 2.000 mg | Optimal |
| Chromium | 60.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Boron | 500.000 mcg | N/A |
| Potassium | 41.000 mg | Under |
| Molybdenum | 23.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Organic Botanical Blend | 150.000 mg | N/A |
| Immune Blend | 3495.000 mg | N/A |
| 100% Whole Food Nutrients | — | N/A |
| Bioactive Enzymes & Proteins | 798.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.