F
N+ Score58
Collagen & BeautyServing: 1 Wafer(s)Type: Other Combinations

Children's Chewables is a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement, categorized as an 'Other Combinations' product, designed for children. Each 1-wafer serving provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals. Several B vitamins, including Thiamine (1mg), Riboflavin (1mg), Niacin (10mg), and Vitamin B6 (1mg), are present at clinically studied dosages for children. Additionally, Vitamin A (750mcg) is well-dosed. However, Vitamin C (50mg), Vitamin D3 (2.5mcg), and Vitamin E (5mg) are considered underdosed compared to common recommendations or clinical research for children's health. The product receives an N+ Score of 58, resulting in an 'F' grade, indicating a formulation with mixed dosing efficacy. With 22 total ingredients, the label offers comprehensive transparency for individual components. This supplement may be suitable for children needing a general vitamin boost, but parents should be aware of specific underdosed nutrients.

About This Product

Children's Chewables by Michael's Naturopathic Programs is a collagen & beauty supplement containing 22 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 58/100 (Grade F).

Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin and 5 more.

N+ Score Breakdown

Ingredient Adequacy29/100

Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?

Formula Completeness33/100

Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?

Label Transparency100/100

Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?

Ingredient Diversity100/100

Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?

Strengths

  • +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
  • +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
  • +8 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
  • +Rich formula with 22 active ingredients

Weaknesses

  • −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
  • −Missing several expected ingredients for its category

Ingredient Analysis (22 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Thiamine1.000 mgAdequate
Riboflavin1.000 mgAdequate
Niacin10.000 mgAdequate
Vitamin B61.000 mgAdequate
Folate62.500 mcgUnder
Vitamin B123.000 mcgOptimal
Biotin22.500 mcgAdequate
Pantothenic Acid5.000 mgOptimal
Vitamin A750.000 mcgOptimal
Vitamin C50.000 mgUnder
Vitamin E5.000 mgUnder
Calcium50.000 mgUnder
Iron2.500 mgUnder
Iodine35.000 mcgUnder
Magnesium5.000 mgUnder
Zinc2.000 mgUnder
Manganese0.500 mgUnder
Chromium10.000 mcgUnder
Total Carbohydrates0.500 Gram(s)N/A
Vitamin D32.500 mcgUnder
Proprietary Blend15.250 mgN/A
Stevia leaf extract10.000 mgN/A

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