NOW Foods Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent, Tropical Punch, 10 Tablets, 1.83 oz (52 g) supplement bottle
NOW Foods

Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent, Tropical Punch, 10 Tablets, 1.83 oz (52 g)

What We Researched
13 active ingredients analyzed · 15 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
80
Product Score Good
100
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carb 1 g <1%
Calcium 13 mg 1%
Potassium 100 mg 2%
Niacin 20 mg 125%
Vit. B6 2 mg 120%
Vit. B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 6 mcg 250%
Magnesium 25 mg 6%
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Calcium Good
  • Potassium Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vit. B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Magnesium Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Citric Acid
  • Sodium Bicarbonate
  • Cane Sugar
  • Potassium Bicarbonate
  • Natural Flavor
  • Green tea extract (leaf)
  • Magnesium Carbonate
  • Taurine
  • Stevia Leaf Extract (Rebaudioside A)
  • Calcium Carbonate
  • Beta-Carotene (for color)
  • Nicotinamide (niacin)
  • Maltodextrin
  • Cyanocobalamin (vitamin b12)
  • Pyridoxine hcl (vitamin b6)
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Calcium 13 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin 20 mg Effective
  • Vit. B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 6 mcg Effective
  • Magnesium 25 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 10
Total Fat 0 g 0%
Sodium 360 mg 16%
Total Carb 1 g <1%
Total Sugars <1 g
(Incl. <1 g Added Sugars) 1%
Protein 0 g
Calcium 13 mg 1%
Potassium 100 mg 2%
Niacin 20 mg 125%
Vit. B6 2 mg 120%
Vit. B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 6 mcg 250%
Magnesium 25 mg 6%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Citric Acid Safe

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

Sodium Bicarbonate Safe

It is used as a buffer to neutralize acids.

Cane Sugar Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Potassium Bicarbonate Safe

It is used as a buffering agent to adjust pH levels.

Natural Flavor Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Green tea extract (leaf) Unknown
Magnesium Carbonate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or anti-caking agent.

Taurine Generally_safe
Stevia Leaf Extract (Rebaudioside A) Safe

It is used as a natural sweetener.

Calcium Carbonate Safe

Acts as a filler and provides supplemental calcium.

Beta-Carotene (for color) Safe

It is used as a natural colorant to give supplements a yellow or orange hue.

Nicotinamide (niacin) Unknown
Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin b12) Unknown
Pyridoxine hcl (vitamin b6) Unknown

Price Comparison

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Price History

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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 Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent a good supplement?

NOW Foods Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent, Tropical Punch, 10 Tablets, 1.83 oz (52 g) received a product quality score of 80/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 13 active ingredients Of the 15 inactive ingredients, 7 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 Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent?

NOW Foods Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent contains 13 active ingredients: Calories (10), Total Fat (0 g), Sodium (360 mg), Total Carb (1 g), Total Sugars (<1 g), (Incl. <1 g Added Sugars), and 7 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vit. B12 at 250% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NOW Foods Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent safe to take?

NOW Foods Sports, Effer-Energy Effervescent, Tropical Punch, 10 Tablets, 1.83 oz (52 g) 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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Disclaimer: GoodSupp provides independent supplement quality analysis for informational purposes only. Scores are generated algorithmically based on ingredient profiles, brand certifications, and public records. This is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen. Product data is sourced from manufacturer labels and public databases. GoodSupp is not affiliated with any supplement brand.