Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium [from calcium carbonate (from Comforteze®)] | 23 mg | 2% |
| Zinc (from PepZinGI® zinc-carnosine) | 8 mg | 73% |
| Yeast Extract, from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a source of mannanoligosaccharides (MOS) | 87.5 mg | * |
| Comforteze® Natural Acid Neutralizer | 75 mg | * |
| Colostrum (from bovine milk) [providing 25% immunoglobulins (IgG)] | 50 mg | * |
| Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) Extract (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) (root) [standardized to 1%-3% glycyrrhizic acid (glycyrrhizin)] | 50 mg | * |
| Aloe Vera (200:1 concentrate) (Aloe barbadensis) (leaf) | 0.35 mg | * |
| L-Carnosine (from PepZinGI® Zinc-Carnosine) | 29.7 mg | * |
| Peppermint (Mentha piperita) (leaves) | 25 mg | * |
Bioavailability Good
Absorption Rating
- Calcium [from calcium carbonate (from Comforteze®)] Fair
- Zinc (from PepZinGI® zinc-carnosine) Fair
- Yeast Extract, from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a source of mannanoligosaccharides (MOS) Good
- Colostrum (from bovine milk) [providing 25% immunoglobulins (IgG)] Fair
- Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) Extract (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) (root) [standardized to 1%-3% glycyrrhizic acid (glycyrrhizin)] Good
- Aloe Vera (200:1 concentrate) (Aloe barbadensis) (leaf) Fair
- L-Carnosine (from PepZinGI® Zinc-Carnosine) Fair
- Peppermint (Mentha piperita) (leaves) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Hypromellose (Vegetarian Capsule)
- Microcrystalline Cellulose (Plant Fiber)
- Rice Concentrate
- Silica
- Maltodextrin
- Magnesium Hydroxide
- Potassium Hydroxide Low
Efficacy Very Poor
Dosage Analysis
- Calcium [from calcium carbonate (from Comforteze®)] 23 mg Under-dosed
- Zinc (from PepZinGI® zinc-carnosine) 8 mg Effective
- Colostrum (from bovine milk) [providing 25% immunoglobulins (IgG)] 50 mg Under-dosed
- Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) Extract (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) (root) [standardized to 1%-3% glycyrrhizic acid (glycyrrhizin)] 50 mg Under-dosed
- Aloe Vera (200:1 concentrate) (Aloe barbadensis) (leaf) 0.35 mg Under-dosed
- L-Carnosine (from PepZinGI® Zinc-Carnosine) 29.7 mg Under-dosed
- Peppermint (Mentha piperita) (leaves) 25 mg Under-dosed
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium [from calcium carbonate (from Comforteze®)] | 23 mg | 2% |
| Zinc (from PepZinGI® zinc-carnosine) | 8 mg | 73% |
| Yeast Extract, from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a source of mannanoligosaccharides (MOS) | 87.5 mg | * |
| Comforteze® Natural Acid Neutralizer | 75 mg | * |
| Colostrum (from bovine milk) [providing 25% immunoglobulins (IgG)] | 50 mg | * |
| Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) Extract (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) (root) [standardized to 1%-3% glycyrrhizic acid (glycyrrhizin)] | 50 mg | * |
| Aloe Vera (200:1 concentrate) (Aloe barbadensis) (leaf) | 0.35 mg | * |
| L-Carnosine (from PepZinGI® Zinc-Carnosine) | 29.7 mg | * |
| Peppermint (Mentha piperita) (leaves) | 25 mg | * |
Other Ingredients
Rice Concentrate Safe
Silica Safe
Maltodextrin Generally_safe
Magnesium Hydroxide Generally_safe
Potassium Hydroxide Caution
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Certifications
6 certifications
Transparency
4 claims
Violation History
6 incidents
Is Swanson Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules a good supplement?
Swanson Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules received a product quality score of 69/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 9 active ingredients Of the 7 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe and 1 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 Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules?
Swanson Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules contains 9 active ingredients: Calcium [from calcium carbonate (from Comforteze®)] (23 mg), Zinc (from PepZinGI® zinc-carnosine) (8 mg), Yeast Extract, from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a source of mannanoligosaccharides (MOS) (87.5 mg), Comforteze® Natural Acid Neutralizer (75 mg), Colostrum (from bovine milk) [providing 25% immunoglobulins (IgG)] (50 mg), Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) Extract (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) (root) [standardized to 1%-3% glycyrrhizic acid (glycyrrhizin)] (50 mg), and 3 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is Swanson Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules safe to take?
Swanson Stomach Defense Essentials, 60 Veggie Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 7 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Potassium Hydroxide. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. 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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