NaturesPlus Source of Life Red supplement bottle
NaturesPlus

Source of Life Red

What We Researched
49 active ingredients analyzed · 20 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
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Product Score Poor
59
Brand Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Poor

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 3000 mcg RAE 333%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 1000 mg 1111%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 25 mcg 125%
Vitamin E (as D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate) 134 mg 893%
Vitamin K2 (as Menatetrenone) 100 mcg 83%
Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) 25 mg 2083%
Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 25 mg 1923%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 40 mg NE 250%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 25 mg 1471%
Folate (as Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) 667 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 200 mcg 8333%
Biotin 100 mcg 333%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) 60 mg 1200%
Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 30 mg 5%
Calcium (as Calcium Aminoate) 200 mg 15%
Iron (as Iron Aminoate, Iron Ascorbate) 18 mg 100%
Iodine (as Kelp) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (as Magnesium Aminoate) 100 mg 24%
Zinc (as Zinc Aminoate, Zinc Picolinate) 15 mg 136%
Selenium (as Selenium Aminoate) 25 mcg 45%
Copper (as Copper Aminoate) 0.5 mg 56%
Manganese (as Manganese Aminoate) 4 mg 174%
Chromium (as Chromium Aminoate) 20 mcg 57%
Potassium (as Potassium Aminoate) 50 mg 1%
Red Lightning Proprietary Blend 1000 mg †
Proprietary Anti-Aging Blend 250 mg †
Essential Fatty Acid-Rich Whole Food Energy Blend 220 mg †
Bioflavonoid Complex 60 mg †
Korean Ginseng 50 mg †
Inositol 30 mg †
Quercetin Dihydrate (as Dimorphandra mollis) 30 mg †
Papain (as Papaya) 30 mg †
Rutin (as Sophora japonica) 25 mg †
Betaine Hydrochloride 25 mg †
Apple Pectin 20 mg †
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid 15 mg †
Bromelain (as Pineapple) 12 mg †
Hesperidin Complex (as Citrus sinensis) 10 mg †
Amylase (as Aspergillus oryzae fermentation) 5 mg †
Lipase (as Rhizopus oryzae fermentation) 5 mg †
Lycopene 5 mg †
Chlorophyll (as Whole Food Blend) 4.5 mg †
Carotenoids (as Whole Food Blend) 4 mg †
FloraGLO (as Lutein) 3 mg †
Proanthocyanidins (as Whole Food Blend) 500 mcg †
Octacosanol 200 mcg †
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) Fair
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) Good
  • Vitamin E (as D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate) Good
  • Vitamin K2 (as Menatetrenone) Good
  • Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) Fair
  • Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) Good
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) Fair
  • Folate (as Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) Good
  • Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) Good
  • Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) Poor
  • Calcium (as Calcium Aminoate) Good
  • Iron (as Iron Aminoate, Iron Ascorbate) Fair
  • Iodine (as Kelp) Good
  • Magnesium (as Magnesium Aminoate) Good
  • Zinc (as Zinc Aminoate, Zinc Picolinate) Good
  • Selenium (as Selenium Aminoate) Good
  • Copper (as Copper Aminoate) Fair
  • Manganese (as Manganese Aminoate) Good
  • Chromium (as Chromium Aminoate) Good
  • Potassium (as Potassium Aminoate) Good
  • Red Lightning Proprietary Blend Fair
  • Korean Ginseng Good
  • Inositol Good
  • Quercetin Dihydrate (as Dimorphandra mollis) Fair
  • Papain (as Papaya) Fair
  • Rutin (as Sophora japonica) Fair
  • Betaine Hydrochloride Good
  • Apple Pectin Fair
  • Para-Aminobenzoic Acid Good
  • Bromelain (as Pineapple) Good
  • Hesperidin Complex (as Citrus sinensis) Good
  • Amylase (as Aspergillus oryzae fermentation) Good
  • Lipase (as Rhizopus oryzae fermentation) Good
  • Lycopene Good
  • Chlorophyll (as Whole Food Blend) Fair
  • Carotenoids (as Whole Food Blend) Good
  • FloraGLO (as Lutein) Good
  • Proanthocyanidins (as Whole Food Blend) Fair
  • Octacosanol Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Multi Color Lightning Proprietary Whole Food Blend
  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Cellulose
  • Natural Color
  • Magnesium Oxide
  • Stearic Acid
  • Blakeslea trispora
  • Ferrous Fumarate Low
  • Zinc Sulfate
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Potassium Chloride
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Manganese Sulfate
  • Silica
  • Tapioca
  • Maltodextrin
  • Sunflower Lecithin
  • Palm Oil
  • Guar Gum
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 3000 mcg RAE Effective
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 1000 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 25 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin E (as D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate) 134 mg Effective
  • Vitamin K2 (as Menatetrenone) 100 mcg Effective
  • Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) 25 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 25 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) 40 mg NE High
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 25 mg Effective
  • Folate (as Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) 667 mcg DFE Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 200 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 100 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) 60 mg Effective
  • Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (as Calcium Aminoate) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Iron (as Iron Aminoate, Iron Ascorbate) 18 mg Effective
  • Iodine (as Kelp) 150 mcg Effective
  • Magnesium (as Magnesium Aminoate) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as Zinc Aminoate, Zinc Picolinate) 15 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as Selenium Aminoate) 25 mcg Under-dosed
  • Copper (as Copper Aminoate) 0.5 mg Effective
  • Manganese (as Manganese Aminoate) 4 mg Effective
  • Chromium (as Chromium Aminoate) 20 mcg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (as Potassium Aminoate) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Korean Ginseng 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Inositol 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Quercetin Dihydrate (as Dimorphandra mollis) 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Rutin (as Sophora japonica) 25 mg Under-dosed
  • Betaine Hydrochloride 25 mg Under-dosed
  • Apple Pectin 20 mg Under-dosed
  • Para-Aminobenzoic Acid 15 mg Under-dosed
  • Bromelain (as Pineapple) 12 mg Under-dosed
  • Hesperidin Complex (as Citrus sinensis) 10 mg Under-dosed
  • Lycopene 5 mg Under-dosed
  • Chlorophyll (as Whole Food Blend) 4.5 mg Under-dosed
  • FloraGLO (as Lutein) 3 mg Under-dosed
  • Proanthocyanidins (as Whole Food Blend) 500 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 20 kcal
Total Carbohydrate 3 g 1%
Protein 1 g 2%
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 3000 mcg RAE 333%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 1000 mg 1111%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 25 mcg 125%
Vitamin E (as D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate) 134 mg 893%
Vitamin K2 (as Menatetrenone) 100 mcg 83%
Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) 25 mg 2083%
Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 25 mg 1923%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 40 mg NE 250%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 25 mg 1471%
Folate (as Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) 667 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 200 mcg 8333%
Biotin 100 mcg 333%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) 60 mg 1200%
Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 30 mg 5%
Calcium (as Calcium Aminoate) 200 mg 15%
Iron (as Iron Aminoate, Iron Ascorbate) 18 mg 100%
Iodine (as Kelp) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (as Magnesium Aminoate) 100 mg 24%
Zinc (as Zinc Aminoate, Zinc Picolinate) 15 mg 136%
Selenium (as Selenium Aminoate) 25 mcg 45%
Copper (as Copper Aminoate) 0.5 mg 56%
Manganese (as Manganese Aminoate) 4 mg 174%
Chromium (as Chromium Aminoate) 20 mcg 57%
Potassium (as Potassium Aminoate) 50 mg 1%
Red Lightning Proprietary Blend 1000 mg †
Proprietary Anti-Aging Blend 250 mg †
Essential Fatty Acid-Rich Whole Food Energy Blend 220 mg †
Bioflavonoid Complex 60 mg †
Korean Ginseng 50 mg †
Inositol 30 mg †
Quercetin Dihydrate (as Dimorphandra mollis) 30 mg †
Papain (as Papaya) 30 mg †
Rutin (as Sophora japonica) 25 mg †
Betaine Hydrochloride 25 mg †
Apple Pectin 20 mg †
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid 15 mg †
Bromelain (as Pineapple) 12 mg †
Hesperidin Complex (as Citrus sinensis) 10 mg †
Amylase (as Aspergillus oryzae fermentation) 5 mg †
Lipase (as Rhizopus oryzae fermentation) 5 mg †
Lycopene 5 mg †
Chlorophyll (as Whole Food Blend) 4.5 mg †
Carotenoids (as Whole Food Blend) 4 mg †
FloraGLO (as Lutein) 3 mg †
Proanthocyanidins (as Whole Food Blend) 500 mcg †
Octacosanol 200 mcg †

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Multi Color Lightning Proprietary Whole Food Blend Unknown
Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

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

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

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

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Natural Color Generally_safe

It is used to add color to supplements.

Magnesium Oxide Generally_safe

It is used to provide magnesium, an essential mineral.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Blakeslea trispora Unknown
Ferrous Fumarate Caution

It is used to supplement iron intake.

Zinc Sulfate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement zinc intake.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Potassium Chloride Safe

It is used to provide potassium, an essential mineral.

Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe

It provides a source of manganese.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Tapioca Safe

It is used as a filler or binder.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Sunflower Lecithin Safe

Helps mix oil and water-based ingredients. Allergen-free alternative to soy lecithin.

Palm Oil Generally_safe

Used as a carrier for fat-soluble ingredients.

Guar Gum Safe

Thickens and provides fiber in supplement formulations.

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Brand Trust Report
NaturesPlus

Founded 1972 · Melville, New York, United States · 420 products · naturesplus.com

Transparency

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

Violation History

1 incident
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NaturesPlus Source of Life Red a good supplement?

NaturesPlus Source of Life Red received a product quality score of 55/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 49 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 20 inactive ingredients, 10 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, NaturesPlus, holds a brand trust score of 59/100.

What are the ingredients in NaturesPlus Source of Life Red?

NaturesPlus Source of Life Red contains 49 active ingredients: Calories (20 kcal), Total Carbohydrate (3 g), Protein (1 g), Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) (3000 mcg RAE), Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) (1000 mg), Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (25 mcg), and 43 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin A at 333% DV, Vitamin C at 1111% DV, Vitamin E at 893% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NaturesPlus Source of Life Red safe to take?

NaturesPlus Source of Life Red has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 20 inactive ingredients, 10 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Ferrous Fumarate. '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 NaturesPlus a trustworthy supplement brand?

NaturesPlus receives a brand trust score of 59/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Melville, New York, United States, the company offers 420 products in their lineup. Note: NaturesPlus has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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