NOW Foods Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules supplement bottle
NOW Foods

Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules

What We Researched
16 active ingredients analyzed · 7 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 4 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
84
Product Score Good
100
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCI) 10 mg 833%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) 10 mg 769%
Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 20 mg 125%
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCI) 10 mg 588%
Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 680 mcg DFE 170%
Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 1,000 mcg 41,667%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 20 mg 400%
lodine (from Potassium lodide) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (from Magnesium Malate) 15 mg 4%
Chromium (from Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) (Albion™) 200 mcg 571%
Total Caffeine(from Green Coffee Beans) (Coffea spp.) (from 100 mg Xtenergy™ Sustained Release Caffeine Complex and 60 mg Caffeine Powder) 120 mg
Taurine (Free-Form) 250 mg
L-Tyrosine (Free-Form) 250 mg
L-Carnitine (Carnipure®) 250 mg
L-Citrulline (Free-Form) 100 mg
CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) (Ubiquinone) 30 mg
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCI) Fair
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) Good
  • Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCI) Fair
  • Folate (400 mcg folic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) Good
  • lodine (from Potassium lodide) Good
  • Magnesium (from Magnesium Malate) Good
  • Chromium (from Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) (Albion™) Good
  • Total Caffeine(from Green Coffee Beans) (Coffea spp.) (from 100 mg Xtenergy™ Sustained Release Caffeine Complex and 60 mg Caffeine Powder) Good
  • Taurine (Free-Form) Good
  • L-Tyrosine (Free-Form) Good
  • L-Carnitine (Carnipure®) Poor
  • L-Citrulline (Free-Form) Good
  • CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) (Ubiquinone) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose
  • Stearic Acid
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Maltodextrin
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Pharmaceutical Glaze
  • Hypromellose
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCI) 10 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) 10 mg Effective
  • Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 20 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCI) 10 mg Effective
  • Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 680 mcg DFE Effective
  • Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 1,000 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 20 mg Effective
  • lodine (from Potassium lodide) 150 mcg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (from Magnesium Malate) 15 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (from Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) (Albion™) 200 mcg Effective
  • Total Caffeine(from Green Coffee Beans) (Coffea spp.) (from 100 mg Xtenergy™ Sustained Release Caffeine Complex and 60 mg Caffeine Powder) 120 mg Effective
  • Taurine (Free-Form) 250 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Tyrosine (Free-Form) 250 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Carnitine (Carnipure®) 250 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Citrulline (Free-Form) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) (Ubiquinone) 30 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCI) 10 mg 833%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) 10 mg 769%
Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 20 mg 125%
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCI) 10 mg 588%
Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 680 mcg DFE 170%
Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 1,000 mcg 41,667%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 20 mg 400%
lodine (from Potassium lodide) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (from Magnesium Malate) 15 mg 4%
Chromium (from Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) (Albion™) 200 mcg 571%
Total Caffeine(from Green Coffee Beans) (Coffea spp.) (from 100 mg Xtenergy™ Sustained Release Caffeine Complex and 60 mg Caffeine Powder) 120 mg
Taurine (Free-Form) 250 mg
L-Tyrosine (Free-Form) 250 mg
L-Carnitine (Carnipure®) 250 mg
L-Citrulline (Free-Form) 100 mg
CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) (Ubiquinone) 30 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

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

Pharmaceutical Glaze Generally_safe

It is used to coat tablets or capsules for easier swallowing or controlled release.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Price Comparison

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 Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules a good supplement?

NOW Foods Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules received a product quality score of 84/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 16 active ingredients with 45 servings per container. Of the 7 inactive ingredients, 5 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 Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules?

NOW Foods Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules contains 16 active ingredients: Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCI) (10 mg), Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) (10 mg), Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) (20 mg), Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCI) (10 mg), Folate (400 mcg folic acid) (680 mcg DFE), Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) (1,000 mcg), and 10 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Thiamin at 833% DV, Riboflavin at 769% DV, Vitamin B-6 at 588% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NOW Foods Sustained Energy, 90 Veg Capsules safe to take?

NOW Foods Sustained Energy, 90 Veg 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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