About This Product
Emergen-C 1,000 mg Vitamin C Lemon Lime is an 'Other Combinations' supplement featuring 18 ingredients, primarily focused on Vitamin C and B vitamins. Each serving delivers a substantial 1000mg of Vitamin C, 10mg of Vitamin B6, 25mcg of Vitamin B12, and 2.5mg of Pantothenic Acid, all of which are present at clinically studied dosages. However, other B vitamins, including Thiamine (0.38mg), Riboflavin (0.43mg), and Niacin (4mg), are underdosed. The product achieved an N+ Score of 48, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average overall quality assessment despite its transparency and some clinically dosed ingredients. This product may be suitable for individuals specifically seeking high doses of Vitamin C and certain B vitamins.
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +4 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 18 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (18 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Thiamine | 0.380 mg | Under |
| Riboflavin | 0.430 mg | Under |
| Niacin | 4.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin B6 | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 167.000 mcg DFE | Under |
| Vitamin B12 | 25.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 2.500 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin C | 1000.000 mg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 50.000 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 60.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.000 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 0.500 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 10.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 65.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 200.000 mg | Under |
| Phosphorus | 38.000 mg | Under |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.