Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules supplement bottle
Natrol

Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules

What We Researched
17 active ingredients analyzed · 11 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
65
Product Score Fair
85
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate) 450 mcg RAE 50%
Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) 10 mcg 50%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) 7.5 mg 50%
Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine HCL) 0.6 mg 50%
Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin) 0.65 mg 50%
Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) 8 mg 50%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCL) 0.85 mg 50%
Folate (118 mcg Folic Acid) 200 mcg DFE 50%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 1.2 mcg 50%
Zinc (as Zinc Oxid) 5.5 mg 50%
Selenium (Selenium yeast) 27.5 mcg 50%
Chromium (as Amino Acid Chelate) 17.5 mcg 50%
Silk Protein Hydrolysate (65%) 100 mg *
Phosphatidylserine 50 mg *
Fish Oil Concentrate (contains EPA, DHA and other Omega-3 fatty acids) 38 mg *
Green Coffee Bean Extract (Coffea robusta and arabica) 57 mg *
Ginkgo Biloba Extract (leaf) (Standardized Extracts) 25 mg *
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate) Good
  • Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) Good
  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) Good
  • Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine HCL) Fair
  • Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin) Good
  • Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCL) Fair
  • Folate (118 mcg Folic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Zinc (as Zinc Oxid) Fair
  • Selenium (Selenium yeast) Good
  • Chromium (as Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Phosphatidylserine Good
  • Fish Oil Concentrate (contains EPA, DHA and other Omega-3 fatty acids) Fair
  • Green Coffee Bean Extract (Coffea robusta and arabica) Fair
  • Ginkgo Biloba Extract (leaf) (Standardized Extracts) Good
Other Ingredients Very Good

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Maltodextrin
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Gelatin (Bovine)
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Carrageenan Medium
  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Ethylcelluulose
  • Rice Flour
  • Starch
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate) 450 mcg RAE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) 7.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine HCL) 0.6 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin) 0.65 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) 8 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCL) 0.85 mg Under-dosed
  • Folate (118 mcg Folic Acid) 200 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 1.2 mcg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as Zinc Oxid) 5.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Selenium (Selenium yeast) 27.5 mcg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as Amino Acid Chelate) 17.5 mcg Under-dosed
  • Phosphatidylserine 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Fish Oil Concentrate (contains EPA, DHA and other Omega-3 fatty acids) 38 mg Under-dosed
  • Green Coffee Bean Extract (Coffea robusta and arabica) 57 mg Under-dosed
  • Ginkgo Biloba Extract (leaf) (Standardized Extracts) 25 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate) 450 mcg RAE 50%
Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) 10 mcg 50%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) 7.5 mg 50%
Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine HCL) 0.6 mg 50%
Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin) 0.65 mg 50%
Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) 8 mg 50%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCL) 0.85 mg 50%
Folate (118 mcg Folic Acid) 200 mcg DFE 50%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 1.2 mcg 50%
Zinc (as Zinc Oxid) 5.5 mg 50%
Selenium (Selenium yeast) 27.5 mcg 50%
Chromium (as Amino Acid Chelate) 17.5 mcg 50%
Silk Protein Hydrolysate (65%) 100 mg *
Phosphatidylserine 50 mg *
Fish Oil Concentrate (contains EPA, DHA and other Omega-3 fatty acids) 38 mg *
Green Coffee Bean Extract (Coffea robusta and arabica) 57 mg *
Ginkgo Biloba Extract (leaf) (Standardized Extracts) 25 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Gelatin (Bovine) Safe

It is used to make capsules.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Carrageenan Caution

Used to thicken and stabilize liquid and gel supplements.

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

Serves as both a filler and a supplemental source of calcium and phosphorus.

Ethylcelluulose Unknown
Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

Starch Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, binder, or thickener.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Natrol

Founded 1980 · Chatsworth, California, USA · 63 products · natrol.com

Certifications

4 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Npa Gmp Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

8 incidents
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Lawsuit False and deceptive claims about the memory-improving capabilities of Cognium supplements.2021Source
Fda Warning Public health warning against the purchase and consumption of unregistered food supplements.2020-07-21Source
Lawsuit Claims that their biotin products were ineffective.2017Source
Lawsuit Falsely advertising the joint health benefits of their glucosamine and chondroitin products.2013Source
Lawsuit Deceptive marketing claims regarding L-Arginine supplements.2013Source
Prop 65 Not specified in the article2002-04-22Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules a good supplement?

Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules received a product quality score of 65/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 17 active ingredients with 60 servings per container. Of the 11 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Natrol, holds a brand trust score of 85/100 with 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Npa Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules?

Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules contains 17 active ingredients: Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate) (450 mcg RAE), Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) (10 mcg), Vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) (7.5 mg), Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine HCL) (0.6 mg), Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin) (0.65 mg), Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) (8 mg), and 11 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules safe to take?

Natrol Cognium Complete Brain Health, 60 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 11 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Carrageenan. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Natrol a trustworthy supplement brand?

Natrol receives a brand trust score of 85/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Chatsworth, California, USA, the company offers 63 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Npa Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Natrol has 8 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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