Super Carnosine 500 mg
Life Extension Super Carnosine 500 mg is an 'Other Combinations' supplement containing four ingredients, including 500mg of L-Carnosine. This product also provides 50mg of Thiamine and 50mg of Benfotiamine, both of which are present at clinically studied doses. The supplement achieved an N+ Score of 66, corresponding to a D grade, placing it in the average tier. It excels in ingredient adequacy and label transparency, both at 100%, but has a 0% formula completeness score, indicating a focused but narrow ingredient profile. Research suggests L-Carnosine may support cellular health, while Thiamine and Benfotiamine are B vitamins that may support nerve function and glucose metabolism. This product could benefit individuals interested in targeted carnosine and B vitamin support.
About This Product
Super Carnosine 500 mg by Life Extension is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 4 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 66/100 (Grade D).
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 Thiamine, Benfotiamine.
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
- +2 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (4 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamine | 50.000 mg | Optimal |
| Benfotiamine | 50.000 mg | Optimal |
| Luteolin | 4.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Carnosine | 500.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.