Ultra Hardy-Strain Probiotic
The Swanson Ultra Hardy-Strain Probiotic is a single-ingredient probiotic product, featuring a proprietary blend. This formulation received an N+ Score of 26, earning it an 'F' grade, indicating a poor quality and potentially low efficacy product according to our analysis. The primary weakness lies in its use of a proprietary blend, which means specific dosages for the probiotic strains are not disclosed, preventing an assessment of clinical adequacy. With only one ingredient listed as a blend, transparency is limited, making it difficult to determine if it truly supports its intended purpose. Consumers seeking a transparently dosed and highly efficacious probiotic may wish to explore other options.
About This Product
Ultra Hardy-Strain Probiotic by Swanson is a probiotics supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 26/100 (Grade F).
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
- +Product data available for comparison
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
- −Proprietary blends hide individual ingredient amounts
Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | — | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.