Cinnamon Plus Chromium
Cinnamon Plus Chromium is a botanical with nutrients supplement, providing 2 ingredients per 2-capsule serving. It contains 500 mg of Cinnamon Bark and 200 mcg of Chromium, with the chromium component being at a clinically studied dose. The product achieved an N+ Score of 63, resulting in a D grade, placing it in the average quality tier. Its primary strength is the clinically dosed chromium, while the cinnamon dosage is not specified as clinical. This supplement may appeal to individuals looking for a combination of cinnamon and a clinically relevant dose of chromium.
About This Product
Cinnamon Plus Chromium by GNC Herbal Plus is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 2 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 63/100 (Grade D).
This product features a fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed, and key ingredients are present at clinically effective doses based on peer-reviewed research.
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Chromium.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +1 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (2 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Chromium | 200.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Cinnamon Bark | 500.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
