Liga-Tend
Country Life Liga-Tend is a targeted supplement formulated for joint and bone support, containing 11 distinct ingredients with complete label transparency. It holds an N+ Score of 71, meriting a 'C' grade, indicating a good overall product. This formula includes several ingredients at clinically studied dosages, such as Vitamin C (75 mg), Vitamin B6 (7.5 mg), Vitamin B12 (100 mcg), Zinc (7.5 mg), and Manganese (10 mg), which research suggests may contribute to connective tissue health. However, the Calcium content (31 mg) is underdosed relative to clinical benchmarks for bone support. This product may be suitable for individuals looking for specific nutrient support for ligaments and tendons, particularly benefiting from the adequately dosed vitamins and minerals.
About This Product
Liga-Tend by Country Life is a joint & bone supplement containing 11 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 71/100 (Grade C).
This product features a fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed, and key ingredients are present at clinically effective doses based on peer-reviewed research.
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and 3 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
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +6 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 11 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (11 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B6 | 7.500 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 100.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Vitamin C | 75.000 mg | Adequate |
| Calcium | 31.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 7.500 mg | Adequate |
| Manganese | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Bromelain | 125.000 mg | N/A |
| Glycine | 100.000 mg | High |
| Papain | 50.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Proline | 250.000 mg | N/A |
| Shark Cartilage | 150.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.