EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
6.0/10
AVERAGE

Confidence: 85%

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Decision summary

CONSIDERAVERAGE

A middling option. It may be usable, but weaker formulation coherence makes better alternatives worth comparing.

Best for

Buyers comparing price and availability and okay with a middle-of-the-pack option.

Consider another option if

You prefer fully transparent formulas over blends and ambiguous labeling.

Score breakdown

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Dosage quality

7.6/10

Generally solid dosing

Checks whether labeled ingredient amounts fall within clinically studied ranges (not just regulatory minimums). Low/0 can reflect under-dosing or missing amounts (e.g., proprietary blends).

Multi-ingredient formulation analysis

Dose 7.6/10 · Bioavailability 8/10 · Coherence 0/10

A proprietary blend limits independent dose verification.

This is a multi-ingredient product. The score reflects formulation quality, not efficacy for a specific health goal.

Score summary

Chromium: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B). The main limitation is that proprietary blend prevents independent dose verification.

Strengths

Chromium: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B)
Chromium: high-bioavailability form declared (Chromium Picolinate)
Vitamin-d: high-bioavailability form declared (Cholecalciferol (D3))

Weaknesses

Proprietary blend prevents independent dose verification
Formula coherence is weak: diluted, decorative or overly complex
Vitamin-d: below clinically studied range

Final verdict

A middling option. It may be usable, but weaker formulation coherence makes better alternatives worth comparing.

Ingredient Analysis & Evidence

A closer look at the main ingredients, how they influence the score, and the supporting evidence when available. Tap any ingredient to expand.

✔ Clinically effective dose with moderate supporting evidence

A clear strength: Dose is strong and within effective ranges. The declared form supports strong absorption.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Balk et al. systematic review chromium picolinate and glycemic control

Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics • 2007

PMID: 17519436.0

ℹ Dose is within established clinical ranges, but lacks direct studies

A clear strength: Dose is strong and within effective ranges. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

Clinical dosing guidance

Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.

Min effective: 1 mgOptimal: 5 mgUpper: 100 mgGrade: B

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form supports strong absorption.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Mazereeuw et al. meta-analysis omega-3 and cognitive performance

Neurobiology of Aging • 2012

PMID: 22932777.0

Meta-analysis

Mozaffarian & Rimm meta-analysis fish oil and cardiovascular outcomes

JAMA • 2006

PMID: 17325101.0

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose may be too low to be effective

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form supports strong absorption.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Martineau et al. meta-analysis vitamin D supplementation and respiratory infections

BMJ • 2017

PMID: 26864360.0

Meta-analysis

Bischoff-Ferrari et al. meta-analysis vitamin D fracture prevention

BMJ • 2009

PMID: 20198382.0

ℹ Dose is below the optimal range with moderate supporting evidence

One of the weaker points: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

Scientific evidence

RCT

Bryan et al. RCT on B vitamins and cognitive function in older adults

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition • 2002

PMID: 16920179.0

ℹ Dose is below the optimal range with moderate supporting evidence

One of the weaker points: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Clarke et al. meta-analysis B vitamins and cognitive decline

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition • 2007

PMID: 22243457.0

RCT

Shipton & Thachil review of vitamin B12 deficiency and fatigue

Postgraduate Medical Journal • 2015

PMID: 20648714.0

Glucocil – Softgels - Premium Blood Sugar Support - Over 2 Million Bottles Sold - Supports The 3 Essentials for Healthy Blood Sugar - Since 2008, with Berberine, Proprietary Mulberry Leaf, and More

Glucocil – Softgels - Premium Blood Sugar Support - Over 2 Million Bottles Sold - Supports The 3 Essentials for Healthy Blood Sugar - Since 2008, with Berberine, Proprietary Mulberry Leaf, and More

Warnings & notes

Important label or formulation details that may affect how this product should be interpreted.

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Proprietary blend limits dose transparency

Exact ingredient amounts cannot be verified clearly.

Info

Formula design looks less coherent than stronger alternatives

The formulation appears less focused than better-built options.

Note
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Vitamin D dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning

Methodology

Read our methodology overview to understand how SuppScoreLab combines multiple scientific dimensions into one practical score.

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This evaluation is based on the product label and declared Supplement Facts available at review time. It does not verify laboratory-tested composition, purity, or batch-level quality. This content is educational and not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for personal health decisions. Affiliate disclosure: SuppScoreLab may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon links.

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