NaturesPlus
Source of Life, Ultra Mini-Tablets, Whole Life Energy Enhancer, 180 Tablets
79
Product Score
Fair
59
Brand Score
Poor
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (as beta carotene) (10,000 IU) | 3,000 mcg RAE | 333% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 1,000 mg | 1,111% |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol [vegan D3]) (400 IU) | 10 mcg | 50% |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) (200 IU) | 134 mg | 893% |
| Vitamin K (as phylloquinone) | 80 mcg | 67% |
| Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) | 25 mg | 2,083% |
| Riboflavin (vitamin B2) | 25 mg | 1,923% |
| Niacin (as niacinamide) | 40 mg NE | 250% |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) | 25 mg | 1,471% |
| Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) (400 mcg L-methylfolate) | 667 mcg DFE | 167% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 200 mcg | 8,333% |
| Biotin | 100 mcg | 333% |
| Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) | 60 mg | 1,200% |
| Choline (as bitartrate) | 30 mg | 5% |
| Calcium (as aminoate complex) | 200 mg | 15% |
| Iron (as aminoate complex, ascorbate) | 18 mg | 100% |
| Iodine (from potassium iodide) | 150 mcg | 100% |
| Magnesium (as aminoate complex) | 100 mg | 24% |
| Zinc (as monomethionine)*** | 15 mg | 136% |
| Selenium (as selenomethionine, aminoate complex) | 25 mcg | 45% |
| Copper (as aminoate complex) | 0.5 mg | 56% |
| Manganese (as aminoate complex) | 2 mg | 87% |
| Chromium (as polynicotinate)**** | 20 mcg | 57% |
| Whole Food PhytoAlgaeof complex of spirulina (Spirullina platensis), red seaweed (Lithothamnium calcareum), bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus), kombu (Laminaria setchellii), chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris)(broken cell), hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme), wakame (Alaria esculenta), nori (Porphyra yezoensis) | 1,000 mg | † |
| Whole Food Amino Acid Complex(from spirulina and isolated pea protein) providing profile of criticalessential and non-essential amino acids: glutamic acid, aspartic acid, leucine, alanine,arginine, valine, isoleucine, glycine, threonine, serine, tyrosine, phenylalanine, proline, methionine, histidine and cysteine | 450 mg | † |
| Prebiotic Fiber and Fatty Acids Blend:octadecanoic acid, black currant, non-GMO tapioca, modified citrus pectin, sunflower seed oil, arabinogalactan | 233 mg | † |
| Whole Food Wellness ComplexWhole fruit concentrates: pea, spinach leaf, broccoli floret, cabbage leaf,parsley leaf, carrot root, banana, dandelion leaf, beet root, apricot, camu-camu(Myrciaria dubia), cranberry, peach, red raspberry, strawberry, tomato, onion bulb, celery seed, papaya fruit, garlic clove, olive fruit, orange, bilberry, black cherry, plum, pear, beet juice, apple. | 150 mg | † |
| Bioflavonoid Complex (from Citrus spp.)(active flavanols, flavanones & flavones [30 mg]) | 60 mg | † |
| Inositol | 30 mg | † |
| Quercetin (from Dimorphandra mollis) | 30 mg | † |
| Rutin (from Sophora japonica flower bud) | 25 mg | † |
| Thione Complex™: vegan L-cysteine, glutathione, grape seed extract and selenium (as selenomethionine) | 25 mg | † |
| Whole Food Antioxidant Blend:green tea leaf, milk thistle seed, red wine (Vitis vinifera fruit concentrate)(alcohol free), ginger root | 25 mg | † |
| Betaine HCl | 25 mg | † |
| Chlorophyll (from spirulina, as mulberry leaf-derived sodium copper chlorophyllin) | 17 mg | † |
| PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) | 15 mg | † |
| Bromelain (from pineapple fruit) (24 gelatin digesting units) | 12 mg | † |
| Hesperidin Complex (from Citrus sinensis whole fruit) | 10 mg | † |
| Whole Food Enzymes Complex:amylase (Aspergillus oryzae), papain (papaya fruit), lipase (Aspergillus niger), protease (Aspergillus niger), cellulase (Trichoderma longibrachiatum) | 10 mg | † |
| NeurosynPanax ginseng (std. ginsenosides), Ginkgo biloba leaf (std. ginkgo flavone-glycosides) | 10 mg | † |
| Source-70 (whole food-based soluble mineral complex) | 10 mg | † |
| Carotenoids | 4 mg | † |
| Lutein (active carotenoid from marigold flower extract)‡ | 3 mg | † |
| Boron (as citrate) | 1 mg | † |
| Octacosanol | 200 mcg | † |
Bioavailability Very Good
Absorption Rating
- Vitamin A (as beta carotene) (10,000 IU) Fair
- Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
- Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol [vegan D3]) (400 IU) Good
- Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) (200 IU) Good
- Vitamin K (as phylloquinone) Fair
- Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) Fair
- Riboflavin (vitamin B2) Good
- Niacin (as niacinamide) Good
- Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) Fair
- Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) (400 mcg L-methylfolate) Good
- Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) Good
- Biotin Good
- Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) Good
- Choline (as bitartrate) Poor
- Calcium (as aminoate complex) Good
- Iron (as aminoate complex, ascorbate) Fair
- Iodine (from potassium iodide) Good
- Magnesium (as aminoate complex) Good
- Zinc (as monomethionine)*** Good
- Selenium (as selenomethionine, aminoate complex) Good
- Copper (as aminoate complex) Fair
- Manganese (as aminoate complex) Good
- Chromium (as polynicotinate)**** Fair
- Whole Food PhytoAlgaeof complex of spirulina (Spirullina platensis), red seaweed (Lithothamnium calcareum), bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus), kombu (Laminaria setchellii), chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris)(broken cell), hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme), wakame (Alaria esculenta), nori (Porphyra yezoensis) Good
- Whole Food Amino Acid Complex(from spirulina and isolated pea protein) providing profile of criticalessential and non-essential amino acids: glutamic acid, aspartic acid, leucine, alanine,arginine, valine, isoleucine, glycine, threonine, serine, tyrosine, phenylalanine, proline, methionine, histidine and cysteine Good
- Prebiotic Fiber and Fatty Acids Blend:octadecanoic acid, black currant, non-GMO tapioca, modified citrus pectin, sunflower seed oil, arabinogalactan Good
- Whole Food Wellness ComplexWhole fruit concentrates: pea, spinach leaf, broccoli floret, cabbage leaf,parsley leaf, carrot root, banana, dandelion leaf, beet root, apricot, camu-camu(Myrciaria dubia), cranberry, peach, red raspberry, strawberry, tomato, onion bulb, celery seed, papaya fruit, garlic clove, olive fruit, orange, bilberry, black cherry, plum, pear, beet juice, apple. Good
- Inositol Good
- Quercetin (from Dimorphandra mollis) Fair
- Rutin (from Sophora japonica flower bud) Fair
- Thione Complex™: vegan L-cysteine, glutathione, grape seed extract and selenium (as selenomethionine) Good
- Whole Food Antioxidant Blend:green tea leaf, milk thistle seed, red wine (Vitis vinifera fruit concentrate)(alcohol free), ginger root Fair
- Betaine HCl Fair
- Chlorophyll (from spirulina, as mulberry leaf-derived sodium copper chlorophyllin) Good
- PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) Good
- Bromelain (from pineapple fruit) (24 gelatin digesting units) Good
- Hesperidin Complex (from Citrus sinensis whole fruit) Good
- Whole Food Enzymes Complex:amylase (Aspergillus oryzae), papain (papaya fruit), lipase (Aspergillus niger), protease (Aspergillus niger), cellulase (Trichoderma longibrachiatum) Fair
- NeurosynPanax ginseng (std. ginsenosides), Ginkgo biloba leaf (std. ginkgo flavone-glycosides) Good
- Source-70 (whole food-based soluble mineral complex) Fair
- Carotenoids Good
- Lutein (active carotenoid from marigold flower extract)‡ Good
- Boron (as citrate) Fair
- Octacosanol Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Di-Calcium Phosphate
- Microcrystalline Cellulose
- Vegetable Cellulose
- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
- Calcium Carbonate
- Magnesium Oxide
- Stearic Acid
- Ferrous Sulfate
- Magnesium Stearate
- Silica
- Rice Husk
- Echinacea Angustifolia Root
- Ligustrum Berry Low
- Schisandra Fruit
- Astragalus Root
- Thyme Leaf
- Sunflower lecithin and pharmaceutical glaze. Mineral aminoates are whole brown rice chelates
Efficacy Fair
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin A (as beta carotene) (10,000 IU) 3,000 mcg RAE Effective
- Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 1,000 mg Effective
- Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol [vegan D3]) (400 IU) 10 mcg Under-dosed
- Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) (200 IU) 134 mg Effective
- Vitamin K (as phylloquinone) 80 mcg Under-dosed
- Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) 25 mg Effective
- Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 25 mg Effective
- Niacin (as niacinamide) 40 mg NE High
- Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 25 mg Effective
- Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) (400 mcg L-methylfolate) 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 bitartrate) 30 mg Under-dosed
- Calcium (as aminoate complex) 200 mg Under-dosed
- Iron (as aminoate complex, ascorbate) 18 mg Effective
- Iodine (from potassium iodide) 150 mcg Effective
- Magnesium (as aminoate complex) 100 mg Under-dosed
- Zinc (as monomethionine)*** 15 mg Effective
- Selenium (as selenomethionine, aminoate complex) 25 mcg Under-dosed
- Copper (as aminoate complex) 0.5 mg Effective
- Manganese (as aminoate complex) 2 mg Effective
- Chromium (as polynicotinate)**** 20 mcg Under-dosed
- Whole Food PhytoAlgaeof complex of spirulina (Spirullina platensis), red seaweed (Lithothamnium calcareum), bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus), kombu (Laminaria setchellii), chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris)(broken cell), hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme), wakame (Alaria esculenta), nori (Porphyra yezoensis) 1,000 mg Effective
- Whole Food Amino Acid Complex(from spirulina and isolated pea protein) providing profile of criticalessential and non-essential amino acids: glutamic acid, aspartic acid, leucine, alanine,arginine, valine, isoleucine, glycine, threonine, serine, tyrosine, phenylalanine, proline, methionine, histidine and cysteine 450 mg Under-dosed
- Prebiotic Fiber and Fatty Acids Blend:octadecanoic acid, black currant, non-GMO tapioca, modified citrus pectin, sunflower seed oil, arabinogalactan 233 mg Under-dosed
- Inositol 30 mg Under-dosed
- Quercetin (from Dimorphandra mollis) 30 mg Under-dosed
- Rutin (from Sophora japonica flower bud) 25 mg Under-dosed
- Thione Complex™: vegan L-cysteine, glutathione, grape seed extract and selenium (as selenomethionine) 25 mg Under-dosed
- Betaine HCl 25 mg Under-dosed
- Chlorophyll (from spirulina, as mulberry leaf-derived sodium copper chlorophyllin) 17 mg Under-dosed
- PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 15 mg Under-dosed
- Bromelain (from pineapple fruit) (24 gelatin digesting units) 12 mg Under-dosed
- Hesperidin Complex (from Citrus sinensis whole fruit) 10 mg Under-dosed
- NeurosynPanax ginseng (std. ginsenosides), Ginkgo biloba leaf (std. ginkgo flavone-glycosides) 10 mg Under-dosed
- Lutein (active carotenoid from marigold flower extract)‡ 3 mg Under-dosed
- Boron (as citrate) 1 mg Under-dosed
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1%** |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4%** |
| Protein | 1 g | 2%** |
| Vitamin A (as beta carotene) (10,000 IU) | 3,000 mcg RAE | 333% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 1,000 mg | 1,111% |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol [vegan D3]) (400 IU) | 10 mcg | 50% |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) (200 IU) | 134 mg | 893% |
| Vitamin K (as phylloquinone) | 80 mcg | 67% |
| Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl) | 25 mg | 2,083% |
| Riboflavin (vitamin B2) | 25 mg | 1,923% |
| Niacin (as niacinamide) | 40 mg NE | 250% |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) | 25 mg | 1,471% |
| Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) (400 mcg L-methylfolate) | 667 mcg DFE | 167% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 200 mcg | 8,333% |
| Biotin | 100 mcg | 333% |
| Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) | 60 mg | 1,200% |
| Choline (as bitartrate) | 30 mg | 5% |
| Calcium (as aminoate complex) | 200 mg | 15% |
| Iron (as aminoate complex, ascorbate) | 18 mg | 100% |
| Iodine (from potassium iodide) | 150 mcg | 100% |
| Magnesium (as aminoate complex) | 100 mg | 24% |
| Zinc (as monomethionine)*** | 15 mg | 136% |
| Selenium (as selenomethionine, aminoate complex) | 25 mcg | 45% |
| Copper (as aminoate complex) | 0.5 mg | 56% |
| Manganese (as aminoate complex) | 2 mg | 87% |
| Chromium (as polynicotinate)**** | 20 mcg | 57% |
| Whole Food PhytoAlgaeof complex of spirulina (Spirullina platensis), red seaweed (Lithothamnium calcareum), bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus), kombu (Laminaria setchellii), chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris)(broken cell), hijiki (Sargassum fusiforme), wakame (Alaria esculenta), nori (Porphyra yezoensis) | 1,000 mg | † |
| Whole Food Amino Acid Complex(from spirulina and isolated pea protein) providing profile of criticalessential and non-essential amino acids: glutamic acid, aspartic acid, leucine, alanine,arginine, valine, isoleucine, glycine, threonine, serine, tyrosine, phenylalanine, proline, methionine, histidine and cysteine | 450 mg | † |
| Prebiotic Fiber and Fatty Acids Blend:octadecanoic acid, black currant, non-GMO tapioca, modified citrus pectin, sunflower seed oil, arabinogalactan | 233 mg | † |
| Whole Food Wellness ComplexWhole fruit concentrates: pea, spinach leaf, broccoli floret, cabbage leaf,parsley leaf, carrot root, banana, dandelion leaf, beet root, apricot, camu-camu(Myrciaria dubia), cranberry, peach, red raspberry, strawberry, tomato, onion bulb, celery seed, papaya fruit, garlic clove, olive fruit, orange, bilberry, black cherry, plum, pear, beet juice, apple. | 150 mg | † |
| Bioflavonoid Complex (from Citrus spp.)(active flavanols, flavanones & flavones [30 mg]) | 60 mg | † |
| Inositol | 30 mg | † |
| Quercetin (from Dimorphandra mollis) | 30 mg | † |
| Rutin (from Sophora japonica flower bud) | 25 mg | † |
| Thione Complex™: vegan L-cysteine, glutathione, grape seed extract and selenium (as selenomethionine) | 25 mg | † |
| Whole Food Antioxidant Blend:green tea leaf, milk thistle seed, red wine (Vitis vinifera fruit concentrate)(alcohol free), ginger root | 25 mg | † |
| Betaine HCl | 25 mg | † |
| Chlorophyll (from spirulina, as mulberry leaf-derived sodium copper chlorophyllin) | 17 mg | † |
| PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) | 15 mg | † |
| Bromelain (from pineapple fruit) (24 gelatin digesting units) | 12 mg | † |
| Hesperidin Complex (from Citrus sinensis whole fruit) | 10 mg | † |
| Whole Food Enzymes Complex:amylase (Aspergillus oryzae), papain (papaya fruit), lipase (Aspergillus niger), protease (Aspergillus niger), cellulase (Trichoderma longibrachiatum) | 10 mg | † |
| NeurosynPanax ginseng (std. ginsenosides), Ginkgo biloba leaf (std. ginkgo flavone-glycosides) | 10 mg | † |
| Source-70 (whole food-based soluble mineral complex) | 10 mg | † |
| Carotenoids | 4 mg | † |
| Lutein (active carotenoid from marigold flower extract)‡ | 3 mg | † |
| Boron (as citrate) | 1 mg | † |
| Octacosanol | 200 mcg | † |
Other Ingredients
Di-Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe
Vegetable Cellulose Safe
Calcium Carbonate Safe
Magnesium Oxide Generally_safe
Stearic Acid Safe
Ferrous Sulfate Generally_safe
Magnesium Stearate Safe
Silica Safe
Rice Husk Generally_safe
Echinacea Angustifolia Root Generally_safe
Ligustrum Berry Caution
Schisandra Fruit Generally_safe
Astragalus Root Generally_safe
Thyme Leaf Safe
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Transparency
3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed
In House Testing — Claimed
Violation History
1 incident
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Is NaturesPlus Source of Life, Ultra Mini-Tablets a good supplement?
NaturesPlus Source of Life, Ultra Mini-Tablets, Whole Life Energy Enhancer, 180 Tablets received a product quality score of 79/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 49 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 17 inactive ingredients, 8 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, Ultra Mini-Tablets?
NaturesPlus Source of Life, Ultra Mini-Tablets contains 49 active ingredients: Calories (15), Total Carbohydrate (3 g), Dietary Fiber (1 g), Protein (1 g), Vitamin A (as beta carotene) (10,000 IU) (3,000 mcg RAE), Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (1,000 mg), and 43 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin A at 333% DV, Vitamin C at 1,111% 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, Ultra Mini-Tablets safe to take?
NaturesPlus Source of Life, Ultra Mini-Tablets, Whole Life Energy Enhancer, 180 Tablets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 17 inactive ingredients, 8 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Ligustrum Berry. '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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