Carlson

DLPA DL-Phenylalanine 500 mg

F
N+ Score45
Vitamins & MineralsServing: 1 Capsule(s)Type: Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical

Carlson's DLPA DL-Phenylalanine 500 mg is a single-ingredient amino acid supplement, providing 500 mg of DL-Phenylalanine per capsule. This product received an N+ Score of 45, resulting in an 'F' grade, placing it in the below-average tier according to our evaluation. While label transparency is excellent at 100%, its formula completeness is 0%, and ingredient adequacy is 50%, as 500 mg of DL-Phenylalanine is not consistently recognized as a clinical dose across all potential applications. DL-Phenylalanine is commonly used to support mood and cognitive function, though further research is ongoing. This supplement may appeal to individuals seeking a straightforward, single-ingredient amino acid product with clear dosing information.

About This Product

DLPA DL-Phenylalanine 500 mg by Carlson is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 45/100 (Grade F).

N+ Score Breakdown

Ingredient Adequacy50/100

Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?

Formula Completeness0/100

Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?

Label Transparency100/100

Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?

Ingredient Diversity36/100

Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?

Strengths

  • +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed

Weaknesses

  • Missing several expected ingredients for its category
  • Limited ingredient diversity compared to category norms

Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
DL-Phenylalanine500.000 mgN/A

Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.