Swanson Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules supplement bottle
Swanson

Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules

What We Researched
16 active ingredients analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 6 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
76
Product Score Fair
90
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 50 mg 56%
Thiamin (vitamin B1) (from thiamin HCl) 12.5 mg 1,042%
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 12.5 mg 962%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 12.5 mg NE 78%
Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 12.5 mg 735%
Folate (100 mcg folic acid) 165 mcg DFE 41%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg 4,167%
Biotin 12.5 mcg 42%
Pantothenic Acid (from d-calcium pantothenate) 12.5 mg 250%
Choline (from choline bitartrate) 12.5 mg 2%
Potassium (from potassium gluconate and potassium chloride) 100 mg 2%
Cranberry Fruit Extract(Vaccinium macrocarpon) (10:1 concentrate) 200 mg *
Juniper Cone Berry(Juniperus communis) 50 mg *
Com Silk (Zea mays) (stigmas) 25 mg *
Inositol 12.5 mg *
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 12.5 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Thiamin (vitamin B1) (from thiamin HCl) Fair
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) Good
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Folate (100 mcg folic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (from d-calcium pantothenate) Good
  • Choline (from choline bitartrate) Poor
  • Potassium (from potassium gluconate and potassium chloride) Good
  • Cranberry Fruit Extract(Vaccinium macrocarpon) (10:1 concentrate) Good
  • Juniper Cone Berry(Juniperus communis) Fair
  • Com Silk (Zea mays) (stigmas) Fair
  • Inositol Good
  • PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose
  • Rice Flour
  • L-Leucine
  • Silica
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Thiamin (vitamin B1) (from thiamin HCl) 12.5 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 12.5 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) 12.5 mg NE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 12.5 mg Effective
  • Folate (100 mcg folic acid) 165 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 12.5 mcg Under-dosed
  • Pantothenic Acid (from d-calcium pantothenate) 12.5 mg Effective
  • Choline (from choline bitartrate) 12.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (from potassium gluconate and potassium chloride) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Cranberry Fruit Extract(Vaccinium macrocarpon) (10:1 concentrate) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Juniper Cone Berry(Juniperus communis) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Inositol 12.5 mg Under-dosed
  • PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 12.5 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 50 mg 56%
Thiamin (vitamin B1) (from thiamin HCl) 12.5 mg 1,042%
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 12.5 mg 962%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 12.5 mg NE 78%
Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 12.5 mg 735%
Folate (100 mcg folic acid) 165 mcg DFE 41%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg 4,167%
Biotin 12.5 mcg 42%
Pantothenic Acid (from d-calcium pantothenate) 12.5 mg 250%
Choline (from choline bitartrate) 12.5 mg 2%
Potassium (from potassium gluconate and potassium chloride) 100 mg 2%
Cranberry Fruit Extract(Vaccinium macrocarpon) (10:1 concentrate) 200 mg *
Juniper Cone Berry(Juniperus communis) 50 mg *
Com Silk (Zea mays) (stigmas) 25 mg *
Inositol 12.5 mg *
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 12.5 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

L-Leucine Safe

It is included for its potential muscle-building and recovery benefits.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Price Comparison

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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 Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules a good supplement?

Swanson Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules received a product quality score of 76/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 16 active ingredients All 4 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 90/100 with 6 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Npa Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Swanson Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules?

Swanson Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules contains 16 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (50 mg), Thiamin (vitamin B1) (from thiamin HCl) (12.5 mg), Riboflavin (vitamin B2) (12.5 mg), Niacin (as niacinamide) (12.5 mg NE), Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) (12.5 mg), Folate (100 mcg folic acid) (165 mcg DFE), and 10 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Thiamin at 1,042% DV, Riboflavin at 962% DV, Vitamin B6 at 735% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Swanson Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules safe to take?

Swanson Kidney Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 4 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. 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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