Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules supplement bottle
Source Naturals

Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules

What We Researched
34 active ingredients analyzed · 3 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 brand certification checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
70
Product Score Fair
66
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 1 g <1%
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene 900 mcg & palmitate 600 mcg) 1500 mcg 137%
Vitamin C (from ascorbic acid and zinc ascorbate) 1300 mg 1,444%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 10 mcg 50%
Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate & naturally occurring) 40 mg 3%
Zinc (as zinc citrate and ascorbate) 22 mg 200%
Selenium (as sodium selenite) 60 mcg 109%
Copper (as copper citrate) 162 mcg 18%
Garlic Bulb 360 mg *
Propolis Extract (2:1) 216 mg *
Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract 295 mg *
Elderberry Fruit Extract 240 mg *
European Elder Berry Extract (5% flavonoids) 246 mg *
Andrographis Aerial Parts Ext (10% andrographolides) 140 mg *
Armoatic Solomon's Seal Rhizome 120 mg *
Astragalus Root Extract 115 mg *
Isatis Root Extract 75 mg *
Eleuthero Root Extract 75 mg *
Olive Leaf Extract (10% oleuropeins) 75 mg *
Kudzu Root Extract 60 mg *
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex 60 mg *
Isatis Leaf Extract 60 mg *
Cinnamomumspp. Bark Extract 55 mg *
Angelica Root Extract 45 mg *
Elecampane Root Extract 45 mg *
Horehound Aerial Parts Extract 35 mg *
Ginger Root 30 mg *
Ginger Root Extract 30 mg *
Mullein Leaf 30 mg *
Pau d'Arco Bark Extract 30 mg *
Cayenne Fruit 30 mg *
Coptis Rhizome Extract 12 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • Vitamin A (as beta-carotene 900 mcg & palmitate 600 mcg) Fair
  • Vitamin C (from ascorbic acid and zinc ascorbate) Good
  • Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) Good
  • Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate & naturally occurring) Fair
  • Zinc (as zinc citrate and ascorbate) Good
  • Selenium (as sodium selenite) Fair
  • Copper (as copper citrate) Good
  • Garlic Bulb Fair
  • Propolis Extract (2:1) Fair
  • Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract Good
  • Elderberry Fruit Extract Good
  • European Elder Berry Extract (5% flavonoids) Good
  • Andrographis Aerial Parts Ext (10% andrographolides) Fair
  • Armoatic Solomon's Seal Rhizome Fair
  • Astragalus Root Extract Poor
  • Isatis Root Extract Fair
  • Eleuthero Root Extract Good
  • Olive Leaf Extract (10% oleuropeins) Good
  • Kudzu Root Extract Fair
  • Isatis Leaf Extract Fair
  • Cinnamomumspp. Bark Extract Fair
  • Angelica Root Extract Fair
  • Elecampane Root Extract Poor
  • Horehound Aerial Parts Extract Fair
  • Ginger Root Fair
  • Ginger Root Extract Good
  • Mullein Leaf Fair
  • Pau d'Arco Bark Extract Fair
  • Cayenne Fruit Good
  • Coptis Rhizome Extract Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin (Capsule)
  • Silica
  • Magnesium stearate and dibasic calcium phosphate
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as beta-carotene 900 mcg & palmitate 600 mcg) 1500 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin C (from ascorbic acid and zinc ascorbate) 1300 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate & naturally occurring) 40 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as zinc citrate and ascorbate) 22 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as sodium selenite) 60 mcg Effective
  • Copper (as copper citrate) 162 mcg Under-dosed
  • Garlic Bulb 360 mg Effective
  • Propolis Extract (2:1) 216 mg Under-dosed
  • Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract 295 mg Under-dosed
  • Elderberry Fruit Extract 240 mg Under-dosed
  • Andrographis Aerial Parts Ext (10% andrographolides) 140 mg Under-dosed
  • Armoatic Solomon's Seal Rhizome 120 mg Under-dosed
  • Astragalus Root Extract 115 mg Under-dosed
  • Isatis Root Extract 75 mg Under-dosed
  • Eleuthero Root Extract 75 mg Under-dosed
  • Olive Leaf Extract (10% oleuropeins) 75 mg Under-dosed
  • Kudzu Root Extract 60 mg Under-dosed
  • Isatis Leaf Extract 60 mg Under-dosed
  • Cinnamomumspp. Bark Extract 55 mg Under-dosed
  • Angelica Root Extract 45 mg Under-dosed
  • Elecampane Root Extract 45 mg Under-dosed
  • Horehound Aerial Parts Extract 35 mg Under-dosed
  • Ginger Root 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Ginger Root Extract 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Mullein Leaf 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Pau d'Arco Bark Extract 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Cayenne Fruit 30 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Total Carbohydrates 1 g <1%
Protein 1 g 2%
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene 900 mcg & palmitate 600 mcg) 1500 mcg 137%
Vitamin C (from ascorbic acid and zinc ascorbate) 1300 mg 1,444%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 10 mcg 50%
Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate & naturally occurring) 40 mg 3%
Zinc (as zinc citrate and ascorbate) 22 mg 200%
Selenium (as sodium selenite) 60 mcg 109%
Copper (as copper citrate) 162 mcg 18%
Sodium 10 mg <1%
Garlic Bulb 360 mg *
Propolis Extract (2:1) 216 mg *
Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract 295 mg *
Elderberry Fruit Extract 240 mg *
European Elder Berry Extract (5% flavonoids) 246 mg *
Andrographis Aerial Parts Ext (10% andrographolides) 140 mg *
Armoatic Solomon's Seal Rhizome 120 mg *
Astragalus Root Extract 115 mg *
Isatis Root Extract 75 mg *
Eleuthero Root Extract 75 mg *
Olive Leaf Extract (10% oleuropeins) 75 mg *
Kudzu Root Extract 60 mg *
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex 60 mg *
Isatis Leaf Extract 60 mg *
Cinnamomumspp. Bark Extract 55 mg *
Angelica Root Extract 45 mg *
Elecampane Root Extract 45 mg *
Horehound Aerial Parts Extract 35 mg *
Ginger Root 30 mg *
Ginger Root Extract 30 mg *
Mullein Leaf 30 mg *
Pau d'Arco Bark Extract 30 mg *
Cayenne Fruit 30 mg *
Coptis Rhizome Extract 12 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin (Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for making capsules.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Magnesium stearate and dibasic calcium phosphate Unknown

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
Source Naturals

Founded 1982 · Scotts Valley, CA, USA · 837 products · sourcenaturals.com/

Certifications

1 certification
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules a good supplement?

Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules received a product quality score of 70/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 34 active ingredients with 40 servings per container. Of the 3 inactive ingredients, 2 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Source Naturals, holds a brand trust score of 66/100 with 1 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules?

Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules contains 34 active ingredients: Total Carbohydrates (1 g), Protein (1 g), Vitamin A (as beta-carotene 900 mcg & palmitate 600 mcg) (1500 mcg), Vitamin C (from ascorbic acid and zinc ascorbate) (1300 mg), Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (10 mcg), Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate & naturally occurring) (40 mg), and 28 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 1,444% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 Capsules safe to take?

Source Naturals Wellness Formula® Herbal Defense Complex, 240 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 Source Naturals a trustworthy supplement brand?

Source Naturals receives a brand trust score of 66/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Scotts Valley, CA, USA, the company offers 837 products in their lineup. They hold 1 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. No regulatory violations or FDA warning letters were found in our research.

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