Thorne Research

Herbal Laxative

F
N+ Score49
Vitamins & MineralsServing: 1 Capsule(s)Type: Botanical

This product is a botanical supplement categorized as a laxative, featuring a blend of five herbal ingredients. It includes Cascara Sagrada extract at 125mg, Blue Flag at 50mg, Chinese Rhubarb extract at 25mg, Frangula extract at 15mg, and Senna extract at 10mg. The product received an N+ Score of 49, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average rating within our system. While it provides full label transparency with all five ingredients disclosed, none of the active ingredients are present at dosages considered clinically effective based on current research. This formulation may be considered by individuals seeking traditional herbal support for occasional digestive regularity.

About This Product

Herbal Laxative by Thorne Research is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 5 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 49/100 (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 Diversity59/100

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

Ingredient Analysis (5 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Cascara Sagrada extract125.000 mgN/A
Blue Flag50.000 mgN/A
Chinese Rhubarb extract25.000 mgN/A
Frangula extract15.000 mgN/A
Senna Extract10.000 mgN/A

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