Kidz Vitamin C 250 mg Fruit Punch
About This Product
Emergen-C Kidz Vitamin C 250 mg Fruit Punch is an 'Other Combinations' supplement containing 17 ingredients, primarily focused on vitamin C and B vitamins. It holds a Nutrienting N+ Score of 57, earning an 'F' grade, indicating that its overall formulation has significant room for improvement. Several ingredients, including Vitamin C (250mg), Niacin (5mg), Vitamin B6 (10mg), Vitamin B12 (25mcg), and Pantothenic Acid (2.5mg), are provided at clinically studied doses, which research suggests may support various metabolic and immune processes. Conversely, Folic Acid (40mcg), Calcium (100mg), and Phosphorus (38mg) are underdosed according to scientific literature. The product offers 100% label transparency, clearly detailing all components. This supplement is designed for children, potentially offering some key vitamins at effective levels, though not all ingredients meet clinical dosing standards.
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +5 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 17 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (17 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Niacin | 5.000 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin B6 | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 25.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Pantothenic Acid | 2.500 mg | Adequate |
| Vitamin C | 250.000 mg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 100.000 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 60.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.000 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 0.500 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 10.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.000 g | N/A |
| Folic Acid | 40.000 mcg | Under |
| Sodium | 60.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 250.000 mg | Under |
| Quercetin | 5.000 mg | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 38.000 mg | Under |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.