Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP supplement bottle
Swanson

Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP

What We Researched
8 active ingredients analyzed · 6 inactive ingredients decoded · 6 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
71
Product Score Fair
90
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg 4,167%
Cacao (Theobroma cacao) (bean) 100 mg *
Guarana Extract (Paullinia cupana) (seed) (standardized to 22% alkaloids as caffeine) 75 mg *
Bee Pollen 50 mg *
Eleuthero Extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (root) (standardized to 0.8% eleutherosides) 50 mg *
Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) (leaf) (standardized to 40% caffeine) 50 mg *
Kola Extract (Cola acuminata) (seed/nut) (standardized to 20% caffeine) 45 mg *
Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng) (root) (standardized to 20% ginsenosides) 25 mg *
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Cacao (Theobroma cacao) (bean) Fair
  • Guarana Extract (Paullinia cupana) (seed) (standardized to 22% alkaloids as caffeine) Fair
  • Bee Pollen Fair
  • Eleuthero Extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (root) (standardized to 0.8% eleutherosides) Good
  • Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) (leaf) (standardized to 40% caffeine) Good
  • Kola Extract (Cola acuminata) (seed/nut) (standardized to 20% caffeine) Good
  • Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng) (root) (standardized to 20% ginsenosides) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Vegetable Capsule
  • Methylcellulose
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Silica
  • Maltodextrin
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg Effective
  • Cacao (Theobroma cacao) (bean) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Guarana Extract (Paullinia cupana) (seed) (standardized to 22% alkaloids as caffeine) 75 mg Under-dosed
  • Bee Pollen 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Eleuthero Extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (root) (standardized to 0.8% eleutherosides) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) (leaf) (standardized to 40% caffeine) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Kola Extract (Cola acuminata) (seed/nut) (standardized to 20% caffeine) 45 mg Under-dosed
  • Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng) (root) (standardized to 20% ginsenosides) 25 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg 4,167%
Cacao (Theobroma cacao) (bean) 100 mg *
Guarana Extract (Paullinia cupana) (seed) (standardized to 22% alkaloids as caffeine) 75 mg *
Bee Pollen 50 mg *
Eleuthero Extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (root) (standardized to 0.8% eleutherosides) 50 mg *
Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) (leaf) (standardized to 40% caffeine) 50 mg *
Kola Extract (Cola acuminata) (seed/nut) (standardized to 20% caffeine) 45 mg *
Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng) (root) (standardized to 20% ginsenosides) 25 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

Serves as both a filler and a supplemental source of calcium and phosphorus.

Vegetable Capsule Safe

It is used as a vegetarian alternative to gelatin capsules.

Methylcellulose Generally_safe

It is used as a thickener or binder.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Swanson

Founded 1969 · Fargo, North Dakota, United States · 994 products · swansonvitamins.com

Certifications

6 certifications
Consumerlab Verified
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Npa Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Vegan Certified Verified Source

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

6 incidents
Recall Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin High Absorption2022-03-04Source
Lawsuit Website not accessible to blind individuals, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).2019Source
Prop 65 Lead2015-11-03Source
Recall Swanson Premium Brand Full Spectrum Cilantro (Coriander)2014-04-04Source
Recall Swanson Organic Celery Seed (Whole)2011-12-16Source
Fda Warning Products contained an unauthorized drug (lovastatin) and were marketed with claims to treat high cholesterol, rendering them unapproved new drugs.2007-08-08Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP a good supplement?

Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP received a product quality score of 71/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 8 active ingredients Of the 6 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Swanson, holds a brand trust score of 90/100 with 6 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Npa Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP?

Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP contains 8 active ingredients: Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) (100 mcg), Cacao (Theobroma cacao) (bean) (100 mg), Guarana Extract (Paullinia cupana) (seed) (standardized to 22% alkaloids as caffeine) (75 mg), Bee Pollen (50 mg), Eleuthero Extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (root) (standardized to 0.8% eleutherosides) (50 mg), Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis) (leaf) (standardized to 40% caffeine) (50 mg), and 2 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin B12 at 4,167% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP safe to take?

Swanson Energy Boost, 60 Veggie EMBO Caps® AP 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 Swanson a trustworthy supplement brand?

Swanson receives a brand trust score of 90/100 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 994 products in their lineup. They hold 6 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Npa Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Swanson has 6 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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