Men's Formula
SmartyPants PhD Men's Formula is a multi-ingredient supplement under the Omega & Fish Oil category, containing 25 distinct ingredients per 2-capsule serving. Notable ingredients provided at clinically studied doses include Thiamine (0.600mg), Folate (400mcg DFE), Vitamin B12 (4.800mcg), Biotin (15.000mcg), and Iodine (150.000mcg). However, several key vitamins such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C (54mg), and Vitamin D (40mcg) are present at underdosed levels compared to common recommendations. With an N+ Score of 51 and an 'F' grade, this product is considered below average, primarily due to the underdosed critical vitamins despite the presence of some clinically dosed B vitamins. It may appeal to those looking for a broad-spectrum men's formula with some specific nutrient strengths.
About This Product
Men's Formula by SmartyPants PhD is a omega & fish oil supplement containing 25 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 51/100 (Grade F).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Thiamine, Folate, Vitamin B12 and 4 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
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +7 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 25 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (25 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 36.000 mcg | Under |
| Coenzyme Q10 | 50.000 mg | N/A |
| Thiamine | 0.600 mg | Adequate |
| Riboflavin | 0.260 mg | Under |
| Niacin | 4.000 mg | Under |
| Folate | 400.000 mcg DFE | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.800 mcg | Optimal |
| Biotin | 15.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.500 mg | Under |
| Choline | 55.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin A | 270.000 mcg | Under |
| Vitamin C | 54.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin D | 40.000 mcg | Under |
| Vitamin E | 9.000 mg | Under |
| Iodine | 150.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Magnesium | 8.400 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 11.000 mg | Optimal |
| Selenium | 14.000 mcg | Under |
| Copper | 0.720 mg | Adequate |
| Inositol | 1.000 mg | N/A |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.700 mg | N/A |
| Vitamin K-2 | 12.000 mcg | N/A |
| Lutemax 2020 | 40.000 mg | N/A |
| Algal Oil | 149.000 mg | N/A |
| Spectra Whole Food Antioxidant Blend | 100.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.