Nutrienting
NOW

Special One

C
N+ Score72
Collagen & BeautyServing: 1 Tablet(s)Type: Other Combinations

NOW Special One is a comprehensive multi-vitamin and mineral supplement containing 42 ingredients. Notable clinically dosed ingredients include Vitamin A (5000 IU), Vitamin C (200mg), Vitamin E (100 IU), Thiamine (25mg), and Riboflavin (25mg), which may support overall nutritional needs. However, Vitamin D (200 IU), Calcium, and Iron are present at underdosed levels compared to clinical research. The product holds an N+ Score of 72 and a C grade, indicating a 'good' overall quality despite some ingredient dosages falling short of optimal levels.

About This Product

Special One by NOW is a collagen & beauty supplement containing 42 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 72/100 (Grade C).

Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin and 15 more.

N+ Score Breakdown

Ingredient Adequacy69/100

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
  • +18 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
  • +Rich formula with 42 active ingredients

Weaknesses

  • −Missing several expected ingredients for its category

Ingredient Analysis (42 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Thiamine25.000 mgOptimal
Riboflavin25.000 mgOptimal
Niacin25.000 mgOptimal
Vitamin B625.000 mgOptimal
Folate400.000 mcgOptimal
Vitamin B12100.000 mcgOptimal
Biotin100.000 mcgOptimal
Pantothenic Acid25.000 mgOptimal
Choline25.000 mgUnder
Vitamin A5000.000 IUHigh
Vitamin C200.000 mgOptimal
Vitamin D200.000 IUUnder
Vitamin E100.000 IUOptimal
Calcium50.000 mgUnder
Iron5.000 mgUnder
Iodine150.000 mcgOptimal
Magnesium30.000 mgUnder
Zinc10.000 mgOptimal
Selenium25.000 mcgAdequate
Copper0.500 mgAdequate
Manganese3.000 mgOptimal
Chromium25.000 mcgAdequate
Boron500.000 mcgN/A
Potassium20.000 mgUnder
Alpha Lipoic Acid20.000 mgN/A
Lycopene250.000 mcgN/A
Bromelain5.000 mgN/A
Glutamic Acid10.000 mgN/A
Molybdenum50.000 mcgOptimal
Inositol25.000 mgN/A
Lutein250.000 mcgN/A
Papain5.000 mgN/A
Vanadium50.000 mcgN/A
Amylase5.000 mgN/A
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex25.000 mgN/A
Betaine HCl10.000 mgN/A
Lipase5.000 mgN/A
PABA25.000 mgN/A
organic Spirulina50.000 mgN/A
organic Chlorella50.000 mgN/A
organic Barley Grass50.000 mgN/A
Rutin powder10.000 mgN/A

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

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