Essential Bowel Support
Planetary Herbals Essential Bowel Support is a botanical supplement categorized under joint and bone support, containing a 2.19 gram proprietary blend of herbs and botanicals. This product received an N+ Score of 43, earning an 'F' grade, reflecting a below-average quality assessment from Nutrienting.com. With only 4 ingredients in total, the label transparency is rated at 100% for the listed components, though the specific breakdown within the proprietary blend is not detailed. Notably, the product provides 46mg of Calcium, which is significantly underdosed compared to typical daily recommendations. This supplement may be considered by individuals interested in general herbal support, but its contribution to specific joint and bone health, particularly regarding calcium intake, is minimal.
About This Product
Essential Bowel Support by Planetary Herbals is a joint & bone supplement containing 4 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 43/100 (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 (4 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Calcium | 46.000 mg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Proprietary Blend (Herb/Botanical) | 2.190 Gram(s) | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.