EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
5.5/10
AVERAGE

Confidence: 70%

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Decision summary

CONSIDERAVERAGE

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.

Best for

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

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

3.4/10

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).

Multi-ingredient formulation analysis

Dose 3.4/10 · Bioavailability 2.5/10 · 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.

Score summary

Black-pepper: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B). The main limitation is that berberine: below clinically studied range.

Strengths

Black-pepper: dose within clinically studied range (evidence B)

Weaknesses

Berberine: below clinically studied range
Milk-thistle: chemical form not specified on label
Formula coherence is weak: diluted, decorative or overly complex

Final verdict

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.

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.

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

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

Lan et al. meta-analysis berberine and lipid profile

Journal of Ethnopharmacology • 2015

PMID: 26448206.0

Meta-analysis

Dong et al. meta-analysis berberine and glycemic control in type 2 diabetes

Metabolism • 2012

PMID: 22162995.0

✔ Dose aligned with moderate supporting evidence

One of the weaker points: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Rambaldi et al. Cochrane review silymarin for alcoholic or hepatitis liver disease

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews • 2007

PMID: 22517298.0

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

Strong contributor: Dose is strong and within effective ranges.

Clinical dosing guidance

Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.

Min effective: 5 mgOptimal: 10 mgUpper: 20 mgGrade: B

⚠ Moderate evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

This is a limiting factor: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Hawkins et al. meta-analysis elderberry and respiratory viral infections

Complementary Medicine Research • 2016

PMID: 27023596.0

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

One of the weaker points: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.

Scientific evidence

RCT

Wankhede et al. RCT ashwagandha and testosterone levels

American Journal of Men's Health • 2015

PMID: 31991540.0

RCT

Chandrasekhar et al. RCT ashwagandha and cortisol in stressed adults

Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine • 2012

PMID: 23439798.0

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Daily et al. meta-analysis curcuminoids and joint pain

Journal of Medicinal Food • 2016

PMID: 27533649.0

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Warnings & notes

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

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Berberine dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning
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Milk Thistle form is not clearly declared

Exact ingredient form is not disclosed on the label.

Info

Formula design looks less coherent than stronger alternatives

The formulation appears less focused than better-built options.

Note

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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