Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist, 60 Chewable Tablets supplement bottle
Country Life

Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist, 60 Chewable Tablets

What We Researched
9 active ingredients analyzed · 11 inactive ingredients decoded · 9 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
69
Product Score Fair
81
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Good

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin D (D3) (as cholecalciferol - from lichen) (400 IU) 10 mcg 50%
Chloride (an electrolyte) 142 mg 6%
L-Lysine (from 750 mg L-lysine hydrochloride) 600 mg **
Immune Health BlendElderberry Fruit Powder (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) 20 mg **
Vitamin D
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin D (D3) (as cholecalciferol - from lichen) (400 IU) Good
  • Chloride (an electrolyte) Good
  • L-Lysine (from 750 mg L-lysine hydrochloride) Good
  • Immune Health BlendElderberry Fruit Powder (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) Good
  • Vitamin D Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Organic Cane Sugar
  • Xylitol
  • Orange Juice Concentrate
  • Natural mandarin orange flavor
  • Stearic Acid
  • Natural Flavor
  • Dextrin
  • Cellulose
  • Citric Acid
  • Silica
  • Monk Fruit Extract
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin D (D3) (as cholecalciferol - from lichen) (400 IU) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Chloride (an electrolyte) 142 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Lysine (from 750 mg L-lysine hydrochloride) 600 mg Under-dosed
  • Immune Health BlendElderberry Fruit Powder (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) 20 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 10
Total Carbohydrate 2 g <1%*
Total Sugars 1 g **
Includes 1 g Added Sugars 2%*
Vitamin D (D3) (as cholecalciferol - from lichen) (400 IU) 10 mcg 50%
Chloride (an electrolyte) 142 mg 6%
L-Lysine (from 750 mg L-lysine hydrochloride) 600 mg **
Immune Health BlendElderberry Fruit Powder (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) 20 mg **
Vitamin D

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Organic Cane Sugar Safe

Adds sweetness and helps create gummy texture.

Xylitol Safe

Provides sweetness with reduced calorie content. Does not promote tooth decay.

Orange Juice Concentrate Safe

It is used as a natural sweetener and flavor enhancer.

Natural mandarin orange flavor Unknown
Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Natural Flavor Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Dextrin Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, binder, or coating agent.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Citric Acid Safe

Adds tartness and acts as a natural preservative. Also aids in ingredient stability.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Monk Fruit Extract Safe

Provides sweetness without calories or blood sugar impact.

Price Comparison

Price History

Tracked across major retailers. Updated periodically.

$17$16$15$14$13 Mar 12 $15.00
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Brand Trust Report
Country Life

Founded 1971 · Hauppauge, New York, USA · 200 products · countrylifevitamins.com

Certifications

9 certifications
B Corp Certified Verified Source
Consumerlab Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source
Labdoor Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Vegan Certified Verified Source

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

1 incident
Prop 65 Lead2011-09-26Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist a good supplement?

Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist, 60 Chewable Tablets received a product quality score of 69/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 9 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 11 inactive ingredients, 9 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Country Life, holds a brand trust score of 81/100 with 9 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco, Labdoor.

What are the ingredients in Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist?

Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist contains 9 active ingredients: Calories (10), Total Carbohydrate (2 g), Total Sugars (1 g), Includes 1 g Added Sugars, Vitamin D (D3) (as cholecalciferol - from lichen) (400 IU) (10 mcg), Chloride (an electrolyte) (142 mg), and 3 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist safe to take?

Country Life Chewable L-Lysine With Vitamin D and Elderberry, Tangy Orange Twist, 60 Chewable Tablets 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 Country Life a trustworthy supplement brand?

Country Life receives a brand trust score of 81/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Hauppauge, New York, USA, the company offers 200 products in their lineup. They hold 9 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco, Labdoor. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Country Life has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

How much vitamin d3 should i take daily?

The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.

What does vitamin d do?

This is an important question for supplement consumers. The dietary supplement industry is largely self-regulated, which means product quality, ingredient transparency, and safety practices vary significantly between brands and products. The most reliable way to evaluate any supplement is to check for third-party testing certifications, review the full ingredient list and dosages, and research the brand's regulatory track record. GoodSupp's database of over 250,000 analyzed products provides independent quality scores, ingredient safety ratings, and brand trust reports to help you make evidence-based decisions.

How much vitamin d3 per day for a woman?

The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.

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