Black Elderberry Gummies with Vitamin C & Zinc
Sambucol Black Elderberry Gummies with Vitamin C & Zinc is a 'Botanical with Nutrients' supplement containing 6 ingredients. Each serving provides 50mg of Black Elderberry extract, along with Vitamin C (45mg) and Zinc (3.75mg). This product received an N+ Score of 48, resulting in an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average quality rating. Research suggests that both Vitamin C and Zinc are underdosed in this formulation compared to amounts commonly studied for immune support, and no ingredients are at clinically effective dosages. While the label is fully transparent, the ingredient adequacy score is 0, which may limit its potential benefits for those seeking robust immune support.
About This Product
Black Elderberry Gummies with Vitamin C & Zinc by Sambucol is a herbal & botanical supplement containing 6 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 48/100 (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 (6 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Vitamin C | 45.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 3.750 mg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 10.000 mg | N/A |
| Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) extract | 50.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.