Vita-Lea Iron Formula
Vita-Lea Iron Formula is a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement, earning an N+ Score of 80, which translates to a 'B' grade, indicating a good quality product. This supplement provides a comprehensive array of 31 ingredients with 100% label transparency. Key vitamins such as Vitamin A (5000 IU), Vitamin C (120 mg), Vitamin D3 (800 IU), Vitamin E (60 IU), and Vitamin K (100 mcg) are included at dosages research suggests are clinically relevant. While most ingredients are adequately dosed, Phosphorus is noted as underdosed. Its robust vitamin profile and transparency make it a suitable option for individuals seeking broad nutritional support.
About This Product
Vita-Lea Iron Formula by Shaklee is a collagen & beauty supplement containing 31 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 80/100 (Grade B).
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 Vitamin K, Thiamine, Riboflavin and 20 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
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +23 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 31 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (31 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 100.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Thiamine | 1.500 mg | Optimal |
| Riboflavin | 1.700 mg | Optimal |
| Niacin | 20.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 400.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Biotin | 300.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin A | 5000.000 IU | High |
| Vitamin C | 120.000 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin E | 60.000 IU | Optimal |
| Calcium | 450.000 mg | Adequate |
| Iron | 18.000 mg | Optimal |
| Iodine | 150.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Magnesium | 200.000 mg | Optimal |
| Zinc | 15.000 mg | Optimal |
| Selenium | 70.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Copper | 1.000 mg | Optimal |
| Manganese | 2.000 mg | Optimal |
| Chromium | 120.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Boron | 1.000 mg | N/A |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.000 g | N/A |
| Sodium | 5.000 mg | N/A |
| Vitamin D3 | 800.000 IU | Adequate |
| Molybdenum | 75.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Phosphorus | 350.000 mg | Under |
| Vanadium | 20.000 mcg | N/A |
| Silicon | 2.000 mg | N/A |
| Nickel | 15.000 mcg | N/A |
| Tin | 10.000 mcg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.