Spectramin Chelate
Douglas Laboratories Spectramin Chelate is a comprehensive Mineral supplement containing 13 distinct ingredients. This product received an N+ Score of 60, placing it in the 'D' grade average tier. It demonstrates 100% label transparency, clearly listing all ingredients and their amounts. Notably, several minerals are provided at clinically studied doses, including Zinc (6 mg), Selenium (66.7 mcg), Copper (0.42 mg), Manganese (10 mg), and Chromium (100 mcg). However, Calcium (150 mg), Iodine (50 mcg), and Magnesium (63 mcg) are underdosed compared to typical clinical recommendations. This product may support individuals looking for broad-spectrum mineral intake, with some key minerals adequately dosed.
About This Product
Spectramin Chelate by Douglas Laboratories is a joint & bone supplement containing 13 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 60/100 (Grade D).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Zinc, Selenium, Copper and 2 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
- +5 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 13 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (13 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 150.000 mg | Under |
| Iodine | 50.000 mcg | Under |
| Magnesium | 63.000 mcg | Under |
| Zinc | 6.000 mg | Adequate |
| Selenium | 66.700 mcg | Optimal |
| Copper | 0.420 mg | Adequate |
| Manganese | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Chromium | 100.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Boron | 33.000 mcg | N/A |
| Potassium | 33.000 mg | Under |
| Molybdenum | 16.700 mcg | Under |
| Vanadium | 25.000 mcg | N/A |
| Silicon | 0.670 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.