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Ecological Formulas

Buffered Vitamin C Crystals

Joint & BoneServing: 4.8 Gram(s)Type: Multi-Vitamin and Mineral (MVM)
N+ Score
D
64
Adequacy
35%
50
Completeness
25%
25
Transparency
20%
100
Diversity
20%
100

About This Product

Ecological Formulas' Buffered Vitamin C Crystals is a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement, primarily featuring a high dose of Vitamin C. This product has an N+ Score of 64, earning it a 'D' grade, indicating an average tier product. It contains 7 ingredients with 100% label transparency, providing clear dosage information. Key ingredients like Vitamin C (2500mg), Calcium (425mg), Pantothenic Acid (10mg), and Magnesium (275mg) are present at clinically studied doses, which research suggests may support various bodily functions. However, other minerals such as Zinc (1.5mg), Manganese (0.5mg), and Potassium (100mg) are underdosed compared to common clinical recommendations. This product may be suitable for individuals seeking substantial Vitamin C intake alongside some essential minerals, with an understanding of its partial ingredient adequacy.

Strengths

  • +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
  • +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
  • +4 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels

Weaknesses

  • Missing several expected ingredients for its category

Ingredient Analysis (7 ingredients)

IngredientAmountStatus
Pantothenic Acid10.000 mgOptimal
Vitamin C2500.000 mgN/A
Calcium425.000 mgAdequate
Magnesium275.000 mgOptimal
Zinc1.500 mgUnder
Manganese0.500 mgUnder
Potassium100.000 mgUnder

Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.