Black Elderberry Kids Gummies
About This Product
Sambucol Black Elderberry Kids Gummies are a botanical supplement designed for children, featuring Black Elderberry extract, Vitamin C, and Zinc. The product has an N+ Score of 48, earning a grade of F, indicating it falls into the below-average tier for quality. While it provides 50mg of Black Elderberry extract, research on its efficacy at this specific dose in children is varied. Both Vitamin C (45mg) and Zinc (3.75mg) are present but are considered underdosed when compared to amounts commonly used in clinical studies for immune support. With a total of 6 ingredients and 100% label transparency, it clearly lists its components, though the low N+ Score reflects the underdosed key nutrients. This product may be considered by parents looking for a simple, elderberry-based supplement, but its low N+ Score suggests limited effectiveness due to ingredient dosages.
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (6 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Vitamin C | 45.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 3.750 mg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 10.000 mg | N/A |
| Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) extract | 50.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.