Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules Review
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) | 25 mg | 1,471% |
| Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) | 250 mcg | 10,417% |
| Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) | 25 mg | 500% |
| Gotu Kola Extract (20% asiaticosides) (aerial parts) | 75 mg | * |
| L-Glutamine | 100 mg | * |
| L-Tyrosine | 100 mg | * |
| Soy Lecithin (40% phosphatidylcholine) | 65 mg | * |
| Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (standardized to 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones) | 60 mg | * |
| DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) | 30 mg | * |
| Alpha-Lipoic Acid | 25 mg | * |
| DMAE Bitartrate | 25 mg | * |
| Phosphatidylserine | 1 mg | * |
Bioavailability Good
Absorption Rating
- Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) Fair
- Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
- Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) Good
- Gotu Kola Extract (20% asiaticosides) (aerial parts) Fair
- L-Glutamine Good
- L-Tyrosine Good
- Soy Lecithin (40% phosphatidylcholine) Fair
- Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (standardized to 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones) Poor
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) Fair
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid Fair
- DMAE Bitartrate Fair
- Phosphatidylserine Good
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Hypromellose
- Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin
- Calcium Carbonate
- Silica
- Calcium Palmitate
- Ethylcellulose
Efficacy Poor
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 25 mg Effective
- Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 250 mcg Effective
- Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 25 mg Effective
- Gotu Kola Extract (20% asiaticosides) (aerial parts) 75 mg Under-dosed
- L-Glutamine 100 mg Under-dosed
- L-Tyrosine 100 mg Under-dosed
- Soy Lecithin (40% phosphatidylcholine) 65 mg Under-dosed
- Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (standardized to 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones) 60 mg Under-dosed
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 30 mg Under-dosed
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid 25 mg Under-dosed
- DMAE Bitartrate 25 mg Under-dosed
- Phosphatidylserine 1 mg Under-dosed
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) | 25 mg | 1,471% |
| Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) | 250 mcg | 10,417% |
| Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) | 25 mg | 500% |
| Gotu Kola Extract (20% asiaticosides) (aerial parts) | 75 mg | * |
| L-Glutamine | 100 mg | * |
| L-Tyrosine | 100 mg | * |
| Soy Lecithin (40% phosphatidylcholine) | 65 mg | * |
| Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (standardized to 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones) | 60 mg | * |
| DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) | 30 mg | * |
| Alpha-Lipoic Acid | 25 mg | * |
| DMAE Bitartrate | 25 mg | * |
| Phosphatidylserine | 1 mg | * |
Other Ingredients
Hypromellose Safe
Calcium Carbonate Safe
Silica Safe
Calcium Palmitate Generally_safe
Ethylcellulose Generally_safe
Certifications
6 certifications
Transparency
5 claims
Violation History
5 incidents
Is Swanson Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules a good supplement?
Swanson Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules received a product quality score of 71/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 12 active ingredients All 6 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Swanson, holds a brand trust score of 97/100.
What are the ingredients in Swanson Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules?
Swanson Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules contains 12 active ingredients: Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) (25 mg), Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) (250 mcg), Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) (25 mg), Gotu Kola Extract (20% asiaticosides) (aerial parts) (75 mg), L-Glutamine (100 mg), L-Tyrosine (100 mg), and 6 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6 at 1,471% DV, Vitamin B12 at 10,417% DV, Pantothenic Acid at 500% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is Swanson Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules safe to take?
GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Swanson Brain Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules. All 6 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are currently classified as safe in GoodSupp's ingredient reference data. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.
Is Swanson a trustworthy supplement brand?
Swanson receives a brand trust score of 97/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, United States, the company offers 1329 products in their lineup. Note: Swanson has 5 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.
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