NOW Foods

Founded 1968 · Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA · 996 products · nowfoods.com

Certifications

7 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Informed Sport Verified Source
Labdoor Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Npa Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Violation History

7 incidents
Lawsuit Mislabeled St. John's Wort supplement, containing significantly less of the active ingredient than advertised.NoneSource
Lawsuit A data breach that compromised personal and health information of employees and dependents.2023Source
Prop 65 Lead2021-11-30Source
Recall NOW Real Food® Raw Macadamia Nuts2020-06-12Source
Recall NOW Real Food® Zesty Sprouting Mix2018-06-21Source
Lawsuit Misleadingly using slack-fill packaging for their Vitamin C supplements.2015Source
Fda Warning Adulterated Dietary Supplement due to pesticide (quintozene) contamination in American Ginseng.2007-10-12Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NOW Foods a trustworthy supplement brand?

NOW Foods receives a brand trust score of 0/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA. They hold 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project, Npa Gmp. These certifications are independently verified by GoodSupp and indicate the brand meets recognized quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: NOW Foods has 7 historical regulatory incidents on record. These are factored into the overall trust score and are detailed in the violation history section above.

Is NOW Foods third-party tested?

Yes. NOW Foods holds 7 verified third-party certifications: Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project, Npa Gmp. Third-party testing means an independent laboratory — not the supplement company itself — has verified the product's contents, purity, and/or manufacturing practices. This is one of the strongest indicators of supplement quality because it removes the conflict of interest inherent in self-testing. Not all certifications are equal: NSF International and USP are considered the gold standard, while GMP certification indicates proper manufacturing practices.

What are the best NOW Foods supplements?

Based on GoodSupp's quality analysis, the highest-rated NOW Foods supplements are: Vitamin D3, 1000 IU (score: 100/100); Chromium Picolinate, 200 mcg (score: 100/100); NOW Foods Ashwagandha Extract 450 mg 180 Capsule (score: 100/100). These scores are calculated from ingredient quality, dosage adequacy, bioavailability, label transparency, and inactive ingredient safety. Scores can vary significantly across a brand's product line — a high brand trust score doesn't guarantee every individual product is top-quality.

Where is NOW Foods located?

NOW Foods is headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA. The company was founded in 1968. They currently offer 996 products in their supplement lineup. Their official website is nowfoods.com. Manufacturing location may differ from corporate headquarters — look for GMP certification to verify manufacturing quality standards.

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Disclaimer: GoodSupp provides independent supplement quality analysis for informational purposes only. Scores are generated algorithmically based on ingredient profiles, brand certifications, and public records. This is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen. Product data is sourced from manufacturer labels and public databases. GoodSupp is not affiliated with any supplement brand.