Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus® supplement bottle
Thorne

Methyl-Guard Plus® Review

What We Researched
5 active ingredients analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 10 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
95
Product Score Excellent
98
Brand Score Excellent

Two independent scores — the product and the brand behind it, never blended into one number. See our methodology.

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) 90 mg 6,923%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) 45 mg 2,647%
Folate (3 mg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate† from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) 5 mg DFE 1,250%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 3 mg 125,000%
Betaine Anhydrous (Trimethylglycine) 1.8 g *
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) Fair
  • Folate (3 mg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate† from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) Good
  • Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Betaine Anhydrous (Trimethylglycine) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Calcium Citrate
  • Calcium Laurate
  • Hypromellose
  • Vegetable Capsule
Efficacy Excellent

Dosage Analysis

  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) 90 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) 45 mg Effective
  • Folate (3 mg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate† from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) 5 mg DFE High
  • Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 3 mg High
  • Betaine Anhydrous (Trimethylglycine) 1.8 g Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) 90 mg 6,923%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) 45 mg 2,647%
Folate (3 mg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate† from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) 5 mg DFE 1,250%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 3 mg 125,000%
Betaine Anhydrous (Trimethylglycine) 1.8 g *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Calcium Citrate Safe

It provides a source of calcium.

Calcium Laurate Generally_safe

It helps to bind ingredients together and prevent separation.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Vegetable Capsule Safe

It is used as a vegetarian alternative to gelatin capsules.

Brand Trust Report
Thorne

Founded 1984 · New York, NY, United States · 204 products · thorne.com

Certifications

10 certifications
Nsf Certified For Sport Source available Primary evidence
Nsf Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Fda Gmp Inspections Source available Primary evidence
NSF Certified for Sport Supporting evidence unavailable
NSF Contents Certified Supporting evidence unavailable
Informed Choice Supporting evidence unavailable
Informed Sport Supporting evidence unavailable
Eurofins Certified Supplement Supporting evidence unavailable
Eurofins Clean Sport Supporting evidence unavailable
NSF Certified Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Evidence available Evidence
In House Testing — Verified Evidence available Evidence

Violation History

2 incidents
Recall Captomer, Captomer-2502014-06-12 Source available Primary source
Prop 65 Lead2013-12-13 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus® a good supplement?

Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus® received a product quality score of 95/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, placing it in the top tier of supplements we've analyzed. The product contains 5 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. All 4 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Thorne, holds a brand trust score of 98/100.

What are the ingredients in Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus®?

Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus® contains 5 active ingredients: Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) (90 mg), Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) (45 mg), Folate (3 mg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate† from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) (5 mg DFE), Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) (3 mg), Betaine Anhydrous (Trimethylglycine) (1.8 g). Notable high-dose ingredients include Riboflavin at 6,923% DV, Vitamin B6 at 2,647% DV, Folate at 1,250% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus® safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Thorne Methyl-Guard Plus®. All 4 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 Thorne a trustworthy supplement brand?

Thorne receives a brand trust score of 98/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in New York, NY, United States, the company offers 204 products in their lineup. Note: Thorne has 2 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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