Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules supplement bottle
Zhou Nutrition

Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules

What We Researched
14 active ingredients analyzed · 12 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
90
Product Score Excellent
71
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 90 mg 100%
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol) (D-3) 30 mcg 150%
Riboflavin (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) (B-2) 10 mg 769%
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 10 mg 588%
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 1000 mcg 41667%
Iron (Liposomal Ferrous Fumerate) 9 mg 50%
Iodine (Organic Kelp) 150 mcg 100%
Zinc (Zinc Monomethionine (OptiZinc®) 11 mg 100%
BCAAs 2:1:1 200 mg
L-Leucine 100 mg
L-Isoleucine 50 mg
L-Valine 50 mg
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (from microalgal oil) 40 mg
Bacillus Coagulans (supplying 1 Billion CFU) 10 mg
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol) (D-3) Good
  • Riboflavin (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) (B-2) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) Good
  • Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Iron (Liposomal Ferrous Fumerate) Fair
  • Iodine (Organic Kelp) Good
  • Zinc (Zinc Monomethionine (OptiZinc®) Good
  • BCAAs 2:1:1 Good
  • L-Leucine Good
  • L-Isoleucine Good
  • L-Valine Good
  • DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (from microalgal oil) Fair
  • Bacillus Coagulans (supplying 1 Billion CFU) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Vegetable Cellulose Capsule
  • Glucose syrup solids
  • Cellulose
  • Modified Corn Starch
  • Stearic Acid
  • Mannitol
  • High Oleic Sunflower Oil
  • Sodium Ascorbate
  • Silica
  • Tapioca Starch
  • Sunflower Oil
  • Sustainable palm oil
Efficacy Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 90 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol) (D-3) 30 mcg Effective
  • Riboflavin (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) (B-2) 10 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 10 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 1000 mcg Effective
  • Iron (Liposomal Ferrous Fumerate) 9 mg Effective
  • Iodine (Organic Kelp) 150 mcg Effective
  • Zinc (Zinc Monomethionine (OptiZinc®) 11 mg Effective
  • BCAAs 2:1:1 200 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Leucine 100 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Isoleucine 50 mg Effective
  • L-Valine 50 mg Under-dosed
  • DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (from microalgal oil) 40 mg Under-dosed
  • Bacillus Coagulans (supplying 1 Billion CFU) 10 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 90 mg 100%
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol) (D-3) 30 mcg 150%
Riboflavin (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) (B-2) 10 mg 769%
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 10 mg 588%
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 1000 mcg 41667%
Iron (Liposomal Ferrous Fumerate) 9 mg 50%
Iodine (Organic Kelp) 150 mcg 100%
Zinc (Zinc Monomethionine (OptiZinc®) 11 mg 100%
BCAAs 2:1:1 200 mg
L-Leucine 100 mg
L-Isoleucine 50 mg
L-Valine 50 mg
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (from microalgal oil) 40 mg
Bacillus Coagulans (supplying 1 Billion CFU) 10 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Vegetable Cellulose Capsule Safe

Vegetarian/vegan capsule shell.

Glucose syrup solids Unknown
Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Modified Corn Starch Generally_safe

It is used as a thickener or binder.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Mannitol Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener, filler, and flow agent.

High Oleic Sunflower Oil Generally_safe

It is used as a carrier oil or emollient.

Sodium Ascorbate Safe

It helps to stabilize the pH and prevent oxidation.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Tapioca Starch Safe

It is used as a filler, binder, or thickener.

Sunflower Oil Safe

Helps dissolve and absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Sustainable palm oil Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Zhou Nutrition

Founded 2014 · Salt Lake City, UT, USA · 72 products · zhounutrition.com/

Certifications

2 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

1 incident
Lawsuit Misleading marketing practices regarding product safety and ingredient transparency, particularly concerning tree nut allergens.Recent (specific year not cited in source)Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules a good supplement?

Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules received a product quality score of 90/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, placing it in the top tier of supplements we've analyzed. The product contains 14 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 12 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Zhou Nutrition, holds a brand trust score of 71/100 with 2 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules?

Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules contains 14 active ingredients: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) (90 mg), Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol) (D-3) (30 mcg), Riboflavin (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) (B-2) (10 mg), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) (10 mg), Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) (1000 mcg), Iron (Liposomal Ferrous Fumerate) (9 mg), and 8 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Riboflavin at 769% DV, Vitamin B6 at 588% DV, Vitamin B12 at 41667% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 Capsules safe to take?

Zhou Nutrition Vegan Essentials, 60 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 Zhou Nutrition a trustworthy supplement brand?

Zhou Nutrition receives a brand trust score of 71/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, the company offers 72 products in their lineup. They hold 2 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Zhou Nutrition has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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