Swanson Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules supplement bottle
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Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules

What We Researched
19 active ingredients analyzed · 6 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
63
Product Score Fair
90
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid). 100 mg 111%
Vitamin E(as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) 22 mg 147%
Niacin 9 mg NE 56%
Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 17 mg 1,000%
Folate (135 mcg folic acid) 225 mcg DFE 56%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 33 mcg 1,388%
Calcium (from amino acid chelate) 33 mg 3%
Magnesium (from amino acid chelate) 33 mg 8%
Selenium (from selenomethionine) 50 mcg 91%
Chromium (ChromeMate®). 33 mcg 94%
Potassium (from potassium chloride) 33 mg <1%
Taurine 100 mg *
TMG (trimethylglycine)(from BetaPower® Natural Betaine) 84 mg *
Odor-Controlled Garlic(Allium sativum) (bulb) 34 mg *
Hawthorn Berry and Leaf Extract(1.8% vitexin-2' rhamnosides) 17 mg *
L-Carnitine (from L-carnitine fumarate) 17 mg *
Lecithin (from soy) 17 mg *
Coenzyme Q10 10 mg *
Ginger Root Extract (5% gingerols) 8.4 mg *
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid). Fair
  • Vitamin E(as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Folate (135 mcg folic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Calcium (from amino acid chelate) Good
  • Magnesium (from amino acid chelate) Good
  • Selenium (from selenomethionine) Good
  • Chromium (ChromeMate®). Fair
  • Potassium (from potassium chloride) Good
  • Taurine Good
  • TMG (trimethylglycine)(from BetaPower® Natural Betaine) Good
  • Odor-Controlled Garlic(Allium sativum) (bulb) Fair
  • Hawthorn Berry and Leaf Extract(1.8% vitexin-2' rhamnosides) Fair
  • L-Carnitine (from L-carnitine fumarate) Fair
  • Lecithin (from soy) Fair
  • Coenzyme Q10 Good
  • Ginger Root Extract (5% gingerols) Good
Other Ingredients Fair

Fillers & Additives

No inactive ingredient data available.

Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid). 100 mg Effective
  • Vitamin E(as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) 22 mg Effective
  • Niacin 9 mg NE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 17 mg Effective
  • Folate (135 mcg folic acid) 225 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 33 mcg Effective
  • Calcium (from amino acid chelate) 33 mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (from amino acid chelate) 33 mg Under-dosed
  • Selenium (from selenomethionine) 50 mcg Effective
  • Chromium (ChromeMate®). 33 mcg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (from potassium chloride) 33 mg Under-dosed
  • Taurine 100 mg Under-dosed
  • TMG (trimethylglycine)(from BetaPower® Natural Betaine) 84 mg Under-dosed
  • Odor-Controlled Garlic(Allium sativum) (bulb) 34 mg Under-dosed
  • Hawthorn Berry and Leaf Extract(1.8% vitexin-2' rhamnosides) 17 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Carnitine (from L-carnitine fumarate) 17 mg Under-dosed
  • Lecithin (from soy) 17 mg Under-dosed
  • Coenzyme Q10 10 mg Under-dosed
  • Ginger Root Extract (5% gingerols) 8.4 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid). 100 mg 111%
Vitamin E(as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) 22 mg 147%
Niacin 9 mg NE 56%
Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 17 mg 1,000%
Folate (135 mcg folic acid) 225 mcg DFE 56%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 33 mcg 1,388%
Calcium (from amino acid chelate) 33 mg 3%
Magnesium (from amino acid chelate) 33 mg 8%
Selenium (from selenomethionine) 50 mcg 91%
Chromium (ChromeMate®). 33 mcg 94%
Potassium (from potassium chloride) 33 mg <1%
Taurine 100 mg *
TMG (trimethylglycine)(from BetaPower® Natural Betaine) 84 mg *
Odor-Controlled Garlic(Allium sativum) (bulb) 34 mg *
Hawthorn Berry and Leaf Extract(1.8% vitexin-2' rhamnosides) 17 mg *
L-Carnitine (from L-carnitine fumarate) 17 mg *
Lecithin (from soy) 17 mg *
Coenzyme Q10 10 mg *
Ginger Root Extract (5% gingerols) 8.4 mg *

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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 Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules a good supplement?

Swanson Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules received a product quality score of 63/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 19 active ingredients 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 Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules?

Swanson Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules contains 19 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid). (100 mg), Vitamin E(as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate) (22 mg), Niacin (9 mg NE), Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) (17 mg), Folate (135 mcg folic acid) (225 mcg DFE), Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) (33 mcg), and 13 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6 at 1,000% DV, Vitamin B12 at 1,388% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Swanson Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie Capsules safe to take?

Swanson Heart Essentials, 90 Veggie 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 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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