Mineral Balance
Jarrow Formulas' Mineral Balance is a Multi-Vitamin and Mineral (MVM) supplement in the Joint & Bone category, providing 12 essential ingredients. This product offers several minerals and vitamins at clinically studied dosages, including Vitamin D3 (1000IU), Calcium (1000mg), Iodine (150mcg), Magnesium (400mg), and Zinc (10mg), which are crucial for bone density and overall mineral balance. However, Potassium is present in an underdosed amount (99mg), which may limit its impact. With an N+ Score of 71 and a 'C' grade, this product is rated as good quality. It is designed for individuals looking for comprehensive mineral support, particularly those focused on bone health and electrolyte balance.
About This Product
Mineral Balance by Jarrow Formulas is a joint & bone supplement containing 12 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 71/100 (Grade C).
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 Calcium, Iodine, Magnesium and 7 more.
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
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +10 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 12 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (12 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | — | N/A |
| Calcium | 1000.000 mg | Optimal |
| Iodine | 150.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Magnesium | 400.000 mg | High |
| Zinc | 10.000 mg | Optimal |
| Selenium | 50.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Copper | 2.000 mg | Optimal |
| Manganese | 1.000 mg | Adequate |
| Chromium | 200.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Potassium | 99.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin D3 | 1000.000 IU | Optimal |
| Molybdenum | 75.000 mcg | Optimal |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
