Confidence: 63%
B004XSOJ02
View on Amazon →Decision summary
Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.
Best for
Only budget-focused buyers with flexible standards.
Consider another option if
You care a lot about label clarity and want fewer unknowns.
Score breakdown
Tap a module to see what it measures. A 0 can reflect missing disclosure, not just a negative result.
Dosage quality
3.7/10Dosing 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).
Dose 3.7/10 · Bioavailability 0.3/10 · Coherence 0/10
Dose quality suggests a diluted formulation.
Ingredient form quality suggests suboptimal ingredient forms.
Some ingredient forms are not declared on the label.
This is a multi-ingredient product. The score reflects formulation quality, not efficacy for a specific health goal.
Iron: dose within clinically studied range (evidence A). The main limitation is that folate: below clinically studied range.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Final verdict
Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.
A closer look at the main ingredients, how they influence the score, and the supporting evidence when available. Tap any ingredient to expand.
ℹ Dose is within established clinical ranges, but lacks direct studies
A clear drag on the formula: Dose is below the ranges usually used for stronger effects. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.
Clinical dosing guidance
Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.
✔ Clinically effective dose with strong supporting evidence
A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels.
Scientific evidence
Wald et al. meta-analysis of folic acid and cardiovascular risk
BMJ • 2002
PMID: 15364185.0
Daly et al. RCT on folate supplementation and homocysteine reduction
New England Journal of Medicine • 1996
PMID: 9521168.0
✔ Clinically effective dose with moderate supporting evidence
A clear drag on the formula: Dose is strong and within effective ranges. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.
Scientific evidence
Pasricha et al. systematic review iron and fatigue in non-anaemic women
BMJ Open • 2012
PMID: 23169929.0
✔ Clinically effective dose with strong supporting evidence
Dose is well positioned: Dose is strong and within effective ranges.
Scientific evidence
Zimmermann et al. review on iodine deficiency and thyroid function in human populations
Endocrine Reviews • 2009
PMID: 19357404.0
Bath et al. maternal iodine status and offspring cognitive outcomes (ALSPAC cohort)
Lancet • 2013
PMID: 23683674.0
ℹ Evidence is strong, but dose is below the optimal range
This is a limiting factor: Dose is directionally useful, but not a standout strength. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.
Scientific evidence
Singh & Das Cochrane review zinc for common cold
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews • 2011
PMID: 22553186.0
Prasad et al. RCT zinc supplementation and testosterone in elderly men
Nutrition • 1996
PMID: 8875519.0
ℹ Dose is within established clinical ranges, but lacks direct studies
This is a limiting factor: Dose is below the ranges usually used for stronger effects. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.
Clinical dosing guidance
Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.
Important label or formulation details that may affect how this product should be interpreted.
Folate dose looks below clinically effective levels
Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.
Vitamin A form is not clearly declared
Exact ingredient form is not disclosed on the label.
Formula design looks less coherent than stronger alternatives
The formulation appears less focused than better-built options.
Read our methodology overview to understand how SuppScoreLab combines multiple scientific dimensions into one practical score.
View methodology →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.
See the best Zinc supplements ranked with the same methodology, or keep exploring the database.
