NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 Capsules supplement bottle
NOW Foods

Joint Support™, 90 Capsules

What We Researched
13 active ingredients analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 4 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
79
Product Score Fair
100
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 67 mg 74%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) (Vitamin B-3) 67 mg 419%
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 33 mg 1941%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 67 mg 1340%
Magnesium (from Magnesium Oxide) 133 mg 32%
Zinc (from Zinc Picolinate) 10 mg 91%
Copper (from Copper Chelate Acid) 2 mg 222%
Manganese (from Manganese Chelate Complex) 5 mg 217%
Glucosamine HCl 667 mg
Boswellin®(Boswellia serrata Extract) (Gum Resin) 200 mg
Bromelain (2400 GDU/g) 100 mg
PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 67 mg
Alfalfa Juice Concentrate 67 mg
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) (Vitamin B-3) Good
  • Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) Good
  • Magnesium (from Magnesium Oxide) Poor
  • Zinc (from Zinc Picolinate) Good
  • Copper (from Copper Chelate Acid) Fair
  • Manganese (from Manganese Chelate Complex) Good
  • Glucosamine HCl Fair
  • Boswellin®(Boswellia serrata Extract) (Gum Resin) Good
  • Bromelain (2400 GDU/g) Good
  • PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) Good
  • Alfalfa Juice Concentrate Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Bovine gelatin (bse-free) (capsule)
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate
  • Rice Flour
  • Maltodextrin (non-gmo) and citric acid
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 67 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) (Vitamin B-3) 67 mg High
  • Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 33 mg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 67 mg Effective
  • Magnesium (from Magnesium Oxide) 133 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (from Zinc Picolinate) 10 mg Effective
  • Copper (from Copper Chelate Acid) 2 mg Effective
  • Manganese (from Manganese Chelate Complex) 5 mg Effective
  • Glucosamine HCl 667 mg Under-dosed
  • Boswellin®(Boswellia serrata Extract) (Gum Resin) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Bromelain (2400 GDU/g) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 67 mg Under-dosed
  • Alfalfa Juice Concentrate 67 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 67 mg 74%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) (Vitamin B-3) 67 mg 419%
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 33 mg 1941%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 67 mg 1340%
Magnesium (from Magnesium Oxide) 133 mg 32%
Zinc (from Zinc Picolinate) 10 mg 91%
Copper (from Copper Chelate Acid) 2 mg 222%
Manganese (from Manganese Chelate Complex) 5 mg 217%
Glucosamine HCl 667 mg
Boswellin®(Boswellia serrata Extract) (Gum Resin) 200 mg
Bromelain (2400 GDU/g) 100 mg
PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 67 mg
Alfalfa Juice Concentrate 67 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Bovine gelatin (bse-free) (capsule) Unknown
Ascorbyl Palmitate Safe

Prevents oxidation and extends shelf life of oil-based supplements.

Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

Maltodextrin (non-gmo) and citric acid Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

Tracked across major retailers. Updated periodically.

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Brand Trust Report
NOW Foods

Founded 1968 · Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA · 996 products · nowfoods.com

Certifications

7 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Informed Sport Verified Source
Labdoor Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Npa Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

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

Violation History

7 incidents
Lawsuit Mislabeled St. John's Wort supplement, containing significantly less of the active ingredient than advertised.NoneSource
Lawsuit A data breach that compromised personal and health information of employees and dependents.2023Source
Prop 65 Lead2021-11-30Source
Recall NOW Real Food® Raw Macadamia Nuts2020-06-12Source
Recall NOW Real Food® Zesty Sprouting Mix2018-06-21Source
Lawsuit Misleadingly using slack-fill packaging for their Vitamin C supplements.2015Source
Fda Warning Adulterated Dietary Supplement due to pesticide (quintozene) contamination in American Ginseng.2007-10-12Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 Capsules a good supplement?

NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 Capsules received a product quality score of 79/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 13 active ingredients Of the 4 inactive ingredients, 2 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, NOW Foods, holds a brand trust score of 100/100 with 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project.

What are the ingredients in NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 Capsules?

NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 Capsules contains 13 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) (67 mg), Niacin (as Niacinamide) (Vitamin B-3) (67 mg), Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) (33 mg), Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) (67 mg), Magnesium (from Magnesium Oxide) (133 mg), Zinc (from Zinc Picolinate) (10 mg), and 7 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Niacin at 419% DV, Vitamin B-6 at 1941% DV, Pantothenic Acid at 1340% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 Capsules safe to take?

NOW Foods Joint Support™, 90 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 NOW Foods a trustworthy supplement brand?

NOW Foods receives a brand trust score of 100/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA, the company offers 996 products in their lineup. They hold 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: NOW Foods has 7 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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