Vitamin World

Dieters' Formula Chitosan 500 mg

F
N+ Score52
Joint & BoneServing: 2 Caplet(s)Type: Other Combinations

Dieters' Formula Chitosan 500 mg by Vitamin World is an 'Other Combinations' supplement containing 4 ingredients. It received an N+ Score of 52, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average quality assessment. The product provides 1000mg of Chitosan and 200mg of Calcium, with Calcium noted to be at a clinically studied dose. However, Phosphorus (155mg) is considered underdosed. While Chitosan is commonly marketed for weight management, research on its efficacy can be mixed. This product may be considered by individuals exploring Chitosan, but its overall score suggests areas for formulation improvement.

About This Product

Dieters' Formula Chitosan 500 mg by Vitamin World is a joint & bone supplement containing 4 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 52/100 (Grade F).

Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Calcium.

N+ Score Breakdown

Ingredient Adequacy25/100

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

Formula Completeness25/100

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

Label Transparency100/100

Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?

Ingredient Diversity86/100

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
  • +1 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels

Weaknesses

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

Ingredient Analysis (4 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Calcium200.000 mgAdequate
Total Carbohydrates1.000 gN/A
Phosphorus155.000 mgUnder
Chitosan1000.000 mgN/A

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