Thyroid Essentials
Thyroid Essentials is a comprehensive vitamin and mineral blend categorized as an 'Other Combinations' supplement, designed to support general well-being. It achieves an N+ Score of 77, resulting in a 'B-' grade, signifying a good quality product. This supplement contains 14 ingredients, with several B vitamins like Riboflavin (25mg), Niacin (25mg NE), Vitamin B6 (25mg), Vitamin B12 (25mcg), and Pantothenic Acid (25mg) all present at clinically studied dosages. However, some ingredients such as Folate (40mcg DFE), Magnesium (25mg), and L-Tyrosine (150mg) are underdosed compared to typical clinical recommendations. This product may appeal to individuals looking for broad B vitamin support with some thyroid-related nutrients.
About This Product
Thyroid Essentials by Swanson Condition Specific Formulas is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 14 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 77/100 (Grade B-).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin and 7 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
- +10 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 14 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −No major weaknesses identified
Ingredient Analysis (14 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamine | 25.000 mg | Optimal |
| Riboflavin | 25.000 mg | Optimal |
| Niacin | 25.000 mg NE | Optimal |
| Vitamin B6 | 25.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 40.000 mcg DFE | Under |
| Vitamin B12 | 25.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 25.000 mg | Optimal |
| Iodine | 100.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Magnesium | 25.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 25.000 mg | Optimal |
| Selenium | 50.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Copper | 2.000 mg | Optimal |
| L-Tyrosine | 150.000 mg | Under |
| Coleus forskohlii | 50.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.