EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
7.8/10
SOLID OPTION

Confidence: 100%

Natrol 1mg Melatonin Tablets

Natrol 1mg Melatonin Tablets

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Decision summary

CONSIDERSOLID OPTION

A solid product, but not a clean win. The main trade-off is weaker dosing.

Best for

People prioritizing high absorption and overall formula quality.

Consider another option if

You want fewer compromises on formulation quality.

Score breakdown

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Dosage quality

4.6/10

Dosing looks weaker than ideal

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).

Score summary

Melatonin: high-bioavailability form declared (Melatonin). The main limitation is that calcium: below clinically studied range.

Strengths

Melatonin: high-bioavailability form declared (Melatonin)

Weaknesses

Calcium: below clinically studied range

Final verdict

A solid product, but not a clean win. The main trade-off is weaker dosing.

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.

ℹ At the minimum effective range, but below the optimal dose; evidence is strong

Dose meets the minimum effective range, but is below the optimal dose used for stronger effects. This is a limiting factor: Dose is below the ranges usually used for stronger effects. The declared form supports strong absorption.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Ferracioli-Oda et al. meta-analysis melatonin and sleep disorders

PLOS ONE • 2013

PMID: 23691095.0

✔ Clinically effective dose with moderate supporting evidence

Dose is within the optimal/effective range. One of the weaker points: Dose is below the ranges usually used for stronger effects. 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

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

Dose is below the minimum effective threshold. A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Tang et al. meta-analysis calcium supplementation and fracture risk

BMJ • 2007

PMID: 17720017.0

Natrol 1mg Melatonin Tablets

Natrol 1mg Melatonin Tablets

Warnings & notes

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

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Calcium dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning

Methodology

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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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