California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre, Gingko Biloba and Milk Thistle, 120 Capsules supplement bottle
California Gold Nutrition

Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre, Gingko Biloba and Milk Thistle, 120 Capsules

What We Researched
16 active ingredients analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
73
Product Score Fair
79
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) 67 mg 447%
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide and citrate) 400 mg 95%
Zinc (as zinc monomethionine) 15 mg 136%
Manganese (as manganese citrate) 5 mg 217%
Chromium (as amino acid chelate) 400 mcg 1,143%
Gymnema sylvestre Stem Extract (Standardized to 25% gymnemic acids [100 mg]) 400 mg
Bitter Melon Fruit Extract (Momordica charnta) (Standardized to 7.5% bitter principles [15 mg]) 200 mg
Jerusalem Artichoke Root Extract (Helianthus tuberous) 100 mg
Fenugreek Seed Extract (Trigonella foenum) 100 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoids 100 mg
Milk Thistle Seed Extract (Silybum marianum) (Standardized to 80% silymarin [40 mg]) 50 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid 25 mg
Bilberry Fruit Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus) (Standardized to 25% anthocyanosides [5 mg]) 20 mg
Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (Standardized to 24% flavoneglycosides [4.8 mg] & 6% terpene lactones [1.2 mg]) 20 mg
Lagerstroemia speciosa Leaf Extract (Standardized to 18% corosolic acid [0.48 mg]) 2.7 mg
Vanadium (as vanadyl sulfate) 1 mg
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) Good
  • Magnesium (as magnesium oxide and citrate) Poor
  • Zinc (as zinc monomethionine) Good
  • Manganese (as manganese citrate) Good
  • Chromium (as amino acid chelate) Good
  • Gymnema sylvestre Stem Extract (Standardized to 25% gymnemic acids [100 mg]) Fair
  • Bitter Melon Fruit Extract (Momordica charnta) (Standardized to 7.5% bitter principles [15 mg]) Good
  • Jerusalem Artichoke Root Extract (Helianthus tuberous) Fair
  • Fenugreek Seed Extract (Trigonella foenum) Fair
  • Citrus Bioflavonoids Fair
  • Milk Thistle Seed Extract (Silybum marianum) (Standardized to 80% silymarin [40 mg]) Poor
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid Fair
  • Bilberry Fruit Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus) (Standardized to 25% anthocyanosides [5 mg]) Good
  • Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (Standardized to 24% flavoneglycosides [4.8 mg] & 6% terpene lactones [1.2 mg]) Poor
  • Lagerstroemia speciosa Leaf Extract (Standardized to 18% corosolic acid [0.48 mg]) Fair
  • Vanadium (as vanadyl sulfate) Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin (Capsule)
  • Cellulose
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Silicon Dioxide (Silica)
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) 67 mg Effective
  • Magnesium (as magnesium oxide and citrate) 400 mg High
  • Zinc (as zinc monomethionine) 15 mg Effective
  • Manganese (as manganese citrate) 5 mg Effective
  • Chromium (as amino acid chelate) 400 mcg Effective
  • Bitter Melon Fruit Extract (Momordica charnta) (Standardized to 7.5% bitter principles [15 mg]) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Jerusalem Artichoke Root Extract (Helianthus tuberous) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Citrus Bioflavonoids 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Milk Thistle Seed Extract (Silybum marianum) (Standardized to 80% silymarin [40 mg]) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid 25 mg Under-dosed
  • Bilberry Fruit Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus) (Standardized to 25% anthocyanosides [5 mg]) 20 mg Under-dosed
  • Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (Standardized to 24% flavoneglycosides [4.8 mg] & 6% terpene lactones [1.2 mg]) 20 mg Under-dosed
  • Lagerstroemia speciosa Leaf Extract (Standardized to 18% corosolic acid [0.48 mg]) 2.7 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) 67 mg 447%
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide and citrate) 400 mg 95%
Zinc (as zinc monomethionine) 15 mg 136%
Manganese (as manganese citrate) 5 mg 217%
Chromium (as amino acid chelate) 400 mcg 1,143%
Gymnema sylvestre Stem Extract (Standardized to 25% gymnemic acids [100 mg]) 400 mg
Bitter Melon Fruit Extract (Momordica charnta) (Standardized to 7.5% bitter principles [15 mg]) 200 mg
Jerusalem Artichoke Root Extract (Helianthus tuberous) 100 mg
Fenugreek Seed Extract (Trigonella foenum) 100 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoids 100 mg
Milk Thistle Seed Extract (Silybum marianum) (Standardized to 80% silymarin [40 mg]) 50 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid 25 mg
Bilberry Fruit Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus) (Standardized to 25% anthocyanosides [5 mg]) 20 mg
Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (Standardized to 24% flavoneglycosides [4.8 mg] & 6% terpene lactones [1.2 mg]) 20 mg
Lagerstroemia speciosa Leaf Extract (Standardized to 18% corosolic acid [0.48 mg]) 2.7 mg
Vanadium (as vanadyl sulfate) 1 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin (Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for making capsules.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Silicon Dioxide (Silica) Generally_safe

It is used as a flow agent to prevent clumping and improve powder flow.

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
California Gold Nutrition

Founded 2013 · Irvine, California, United States · 406 products · californiagoldnutrition.com/

Transparency

5 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Claimed
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

6 incidents
Recall California Gold Nutrition Daily Prenatal Multi, Ultamins Women's Multivitamin, and Ultamins Women's 50+ Multivitamin2025-06-26Source
Fda Warning Public health warning against the purchase and consumption of unregistered food supplement: CALIFORNIA GOLD NUTRITION Baby Liquid Vitamin D3.2025-01-10Source
Fda Warning Public health warning against the purchase and consumption of unregistered food product: CALIFORNIA GOLD NUTRITION Stabilized R-Lipolic Acid.2024-04-12Source
Fda Warning Public health warning against the purchase and consumption of unregistered food product: CALIFORNIA GOLD NUTRITION Silymarin Complex.2024-04-12Source
Fda Warning Public health warning against the purchase and consumption of unregistered food supplement: CALIFORNIA GOLD NUTRITION PQQ 20mg.2024-02-01Source
Fda Warning Public health warning against the purchase and consumption of unregistered food supplement: CALIFORNIA GOLD NUTRITION DAIRY ENZYMES.2019-09-26Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre a good supplement?

California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre, Gingko Biloba and Milk Thistle, 120 Capsules received a product quality score of 73/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 16 active ingredients with 40 servings per container. Of the 4 inactive ingredients, 3 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, California Gold Nutrition, holds a brand trust score of 79/100.

What are the ingredients in California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre?

California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre contains 16 active ingredients: Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) (67 mg), Magnesium (as magnesium oxide and citrate) (400 mg), Zinc (as zinc monomethionine) (15 mg), Manganese (as manganese citrate) (5 mg), Chromium (as amino acid chelate) (400 mcg), Gymnema sylvestre Stem Extract (Standardized to 25% gymnemic acids [100 mg]) (400 mg), and 10 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin E at 447% DV, Manganese at 217% DV, Chromium at 1,143% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre safe to take?

California Gold Nutrition Sugar Balance Complex with Chromium, Gymnema Sylvestre, Gingko Biloba and Milk Thistle, 120 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is California Gold Nutrition a trustworthy supplement brand?

California Gold Nutrition receives a brand trust score of 79/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Irvine, California, United States, the company offers 406 products in their lineup. Note: California Gold Nutrition has 6 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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