Core Daily 1 for Men

Core Daily 1 for Men

Country Life4.8 (2,713 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 60 Tablet(s) · 60 servings
Goals

Product analysis

51 out of 100

Core Daily 1 for Men may help fill nutrient gaps affecting normal energy use, blood formation and immune function. The unnamed blends and missing mixture proportions make the full formula harder to compare.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality43

Ingredient forms are uneven, with favorable biotin and B5 forms but a less favorable selenium form. Missing mixture proportions and incomplete blend contents limit a full quality comparison.

Ingredient Transparency76

Most amounts and forms are disclosed, giving useful label detail. One blend amount and many mixture proportions or blend contents remain unclear.

Value For Money42

Vitamin K, manganese and molybdenum offer good value, while B5, selenium and choline are costly for their contributions. Value for many other ingredients remains uncertain, leaving a mixed price case.

Customer Satisfaction88

Customer feedback is very positive. Thousands of ratings provide a broad view of satisfaction, without proving health benefits.

Product Focus10

Normal nutrient coverage is the clearest purpose, with less certain extra hair or nail benefits. The unnamed blends make the complete ingredient count uncertain.

Format
Tablet
Container
60 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.38
Customer rating
4.8 · 2,713 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
Highest effect
B+ Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 200 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 100 mcgVitamin D · 10 mcgMagnesium · 46 mgVitamin K · 81 mcgSelenium · 70 mcgZinc · 10 mgVitamin C · 100 mg

B vitamins contribute to normal energy metabolism, while folate and B12 support blood-related functions when intake is low. Zinc and selenium contribute to normal immune and antioxidant functions, and vitamin K supports normal bone-related functions. The small magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin C and calcium amounts add little to the saved findings. Boron and ginger remain unresolved in the imported facts.

How this product is rated for Everyday Health

Ingredient fit80

The selected serving provides a partial contribution against the saved amount references, with the recognized ingredients contributing to different degrees.
Goal fit
Relevant ingredients share the formula with additional actives whose general-health contributions are not established here.
Dose adequacy
The selected serving provides a partial contribution against the saved amount references, with the recognized ingredients contributing to different degrees.

Pathways100

The strongest represented area is energy metabolism cofactors, reflecting the recognized ingredients and their amounts.
Depth
The strongest represented area is energy metabolism cofactors, reflecting the recognized ingredients and their amounts.
Breadth
The more substantially represented areas are energy metabolism cofactors, one-carbon metabolism and blood formation, antioxidant and immune defence.

Evidence82

Vitamin B9 (Folate) provides the strongest recognized basis here; the supplied context still limits expectations for routine benefits in adequately nourished adults.
Evidence strength
Vitamin B9 (Folate) provides the strongest recognized basis here; the supplied context still limits expectations for routine benefits in adequately nourished adults.
Studied preparation
The recognized preparations meet the saved check; this does not establish superiority of the named forms or broad clinical benefits.

Formulation logic100

None of the defined ingredient-conflict conditions was triggered by the supplied facts.
Partner coverage
The recognized ingredients can contribute independently or have their required partners present; no added combined benefit is established.
Conflicts
None of the defined ingredient-conflict conditions was triggered by the supplied facts.
Effective doses
All recognized ingredients meet the saved minimum amount threshold; this is not a proven clinical treatment threshold.
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 80 studies
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 115 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 34 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Immunity
Impact
High effect
C- Ingredient FitC+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 46 mgVitamin C · 100 mgZinc · 10 mgVitamin A · 750 mcgVitamin D · 10 mcgSelenium · 70 mcg

Zinc, selenium and vitamin A contribute to normal immune nutrition, with vitamin A also relevant to protective barriers. Copper, folate and vitamins B6 and B12 can help address dietary gaps that impair immune-cell function. These nutrient roles do not demonstrate fewer infections when intake is adequate. Vitamin C and vitamin D are present but do not contribute to the saved findings at this serving amount.

How this product is rated for Immunity

Ingredient fit57

Relevant ingredients connect the product to immune support, with the strength of the amount finding depending on the selected serving.
Goal fit
Relevant ingredients contribute to the immune findings, while other active ingredients make this a broader-purpose formula.
Dose adequacy
The selected serving provides partial contributions across the relevant comparison amounts, without establishing a proven clinical response threshold.

Pathways70

The strongest saved finding concerns oxidative and inflammatory balance. Other immune areas also receive substantial coverage.
Depth
The strongest saved finding concerns oxidative and inflammatory balance; it does not by itself establish fewer infections.
Breadth
Two immune areas receive substantial coverage, providing some breadth in the saved findings.

Evidence100

Zinc provides the leading saved evidence finding. Supplied clinical qualifications determine which benefits can be expected.
Evidence strength
Zinc leads the saved evidence finding; its clinical meaning remains bounded by the supplied nutrient or preparation-specific evidence.
Studied preparation
The saved preparation criteria are met, without establishing superiority of the supplied forms or transferability of every clinical outcome.

Formulation logic100

The relevant ingredients have the partners they require, no configured conflict was found, and included amounts meet the minimum saved comparison.
Partner coverage
Relevant ingredients can contribute independently or have their required partners present; an extra combination benefit is not established.
Conflicts
No configured conflict was identified among the supplied ingredients.
Effective doses
The included ingredients meet the saved minimum amount comparison; this does not establish proven clinical efficacy at those amounts.
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 8 studies
Selenium Mixed 37 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 107 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 85 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 21 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
750 mcg
Vitamin C (Acerola berry extract, Amla extract, Calcium Ascorbate)
100 mg
Vitamin D (Vitamin D3)
10 mcg
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acid Succinate)
33.5 mg
Vitamin K (Phytonadione)
81 mcg 42
Thiamin (Thiamine Cocarboxylase Chloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride)
5 mg
Riboflavin (Riboflavin 5-Phosphate)
5 mg
Niacin (Inositol Hexanicotinate)
20 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
5 mg
Folate ((6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate-Glucosamine Salt)
200 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin, Methylcobalamin)
100 mcg 28
Biotin (D-Biotin)
300 mcg 66
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium D-Pantothenate, Pantethine)
26 mg 61
Calcium (Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium D-Pantothenate, Calcium Fructoborate, Calcium Hydroxyapatite)
107 mg
Phosphorus (Calcium Hydroxyapatite)
45 mg
Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide)
46 mg
Zinc (Zinc Citrate)
10 mg
Selenium (Sodium Selenate)
70 mcg 43
Copper (Copper Amino Acid Chelate)
0.5 mg 45
Manganese (Manganese Amino Acid Chelate)
2 mg 78
Chromium (Chromium Picolinate)
50 mcg
Molybdenum (Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate)
25 mcg 56
Potassium (Potassium Citrate)
10 mg
Choline (Choline Bitartrate)
23 mg 50
Men's Health Blend
218.67 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex (Grapefruit Bioflavonoid, Lemon Bioflavonoid, Orange Bioflavonoid)
25 mg
Enzyme and Probiotic Blend
0 NP
Gluten Free Men 18–50 Dairy Free Vegetarian
Report overview
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
Each serving supplies 2 mg of manganese as an amino acid chelate. A whole-product serving costs about $0.38.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

The manganese is described as an amino acid chelate, but the specific amino acid is not identified in the saved facts.
Manganese Chemical Form
The manganese is described as an amino acid chelate, but the specific amino acid is not identified in the saved facts.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency86

A serving provides 2 mg of manganese. The manganese amount and its source are both given in the saved facts.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
A serving provides 2 mg of manganese.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The manganese amount and its source are both given in the saved facts.

Value80

A whole-product serving costs about $0.38 and provides 2 mg of manganese.
Price per Serving vs. Median
A whole-product serving costs about $0.38 and provides 2 mg of manganese.
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
Each serving provides 0.5 mg copper as an amino acid chelate, with the particular amino acid unidentified. The serving also has 10 mg zinc, giving a zinc-to-copper ratio higher than the balance favored in the comparison.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability58

The amount is given as copper amino acid chelate, but the specific amino acid is not identified in the saved facts.
Copper Form Bioavailability
Copper amino acid chelate is named, but the particular amino acid is not identified in the saved facts.
Elemental Copper Labeling Clarity
The copper amount of 0.5 mg and its source are stated together.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency29

The serving provides 0.5 mg copper alongside 10 mg zinc; their ratio is higher than the balance favored in the comparison.
Copper Dosage Safety & Efficacy
Each serving supplies 0.5 mg copper, a relatively small amount.
Zinc-to-Copper Balance
The serving has 10 mg zinc and 0.5 mg copper; their ratio is higher than the balance favored in the comparison.

Value50

The comparison uses the whole-product serving cost, which includes its other ingredients.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The whole product costs about $0.38 per serving.
A Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
Each serving provides 26 mg of vitamin B5 from calcium D-pantothenate and pantethine. Their proportions are unknown, so the contribution of each form cannot be compared.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability92

The B5 sources are calcium D-pantothenate and pantethine, but their proportions are unknown.
Vitamin B5 Chemical Form
Calcium D-pantothenate is a stable salt; pantethine is an active form, and their proportions are unknown.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency50

A serving provides 26 mg of B5, and the available facts identify its source.
Dosage Potency and Efficacy
The recorded B5 amount is 26 mg per serving.
Label Transparency & Source Clarity
The total B5 amount and both sources are recorded, but the amount from each source is unknown.

Value20

At the whole-product price, the amount of B5 works out to about $7.37 per 500 mg for comparison.
Price per 500mg Vitamin B5
The recorded serving price is about $0.38; on the B5 quantity basis, that is about $7.37 per 500 mg.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Intakes of Folate, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 in Relation to All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality: A National Population-Based Cohort.
    Bo Y; Xu H; Zhang H; Zhang J; Wan Z; Zhao X; Yu Z · Nutrients · 2022
    Cohort study55,569 participantsEveryday Health forFolate
  2. The responsiveness of plasma homocysteine to small increases in dietary folic acid: a primary care study.
    Schorah CJ; Devitt H; Lucock M; Dowell AC · European journal of clinical nutrition · 1998
    Randomized trial119 participantsEveryday Health forFolate
  3. Associations of Serum Folate and Homocysteine Concentrations with All-Cause, Cardiovascular Disease, and Cancer Mortality in Men and Women in Korea: the Cardiovascular Disease Association Study.
    Song S; Song BM; Park HY · The Journal of nutrition · 2023
    Cohort study21,260 participantsEveryday Health forFolate
  4. The concept of folic acid supplementation and its role in prevention of neural tube defect among pregnant women: PRISMA.
    Seyoum Tola F · Medicine · 2024
    Systematic reviewEveryday Health forFolate
  5. Systematic review of adverse health outcomes associated with high serum or red blood cell folate concentrations.
    Colapinto CK; O'Connor DL; Sampson M; Williams B; Tremblay MS · Journal of public health (Oxford, England) · 2017
    Systematic review71,847 participants46 studies pooledEveryday Health forFolate
  6. Perioperative systemic magnesium to minimize postoperative pain: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    De Oliveira GS; Castro-Alves LJ; Khan JH; McCarthy RJ · Anesthesiology · 2013
    Meta-analysis1,257 participants20 studies pooledEveryday Health forMagnesium
  7. Long-term outcome after intravenous magnesium sulphate in suspected acute myocardial infarction: the second Leicester Intravenous Magnesium Intervention Trial (LIMIT-2).
    Woods KL; Fletcher S · Lancet (London, England) · 1994
    Randomized trial2,316 participantsEveryday Health forMagnesium
  8. Association of magnesium sulfate use with mortality in critically ill patients with sepsis: a retrospective propensity score-matched cohort study.
    Gu WJ; Duan XJ; Liu XZ; Cen Y; Tao LY; Lyu J; Yin HY · British journal of anaesthesia · 2023
    Cohort study10,999 participantsEveryday Health forMagnesium
  9. Hypomagnesemia and Mortality in Incident Hemodialysis Patients.
    Li L; Streja E; Rhee CM; Mehrotra R; Soohoo M; Brunelli SM; Kovesdy CP; Kalantar-Zadeh K · American journal of kidney diseases : the official journal of the National Kidney Foundation · 2016
    Cohort study9,359 participantsEveryday Health forMagnesium
  10. The effects of magnesium supplementation on abnormal uterine bleeding, alopecia, quality of life, and acne in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a randomized clinical trial.
    Jaripur M; Ghasemi-Tehrani H; Askari G; Gholizadeh-Moghaddam M; Clark CCT; Rouhani MH · Reproductive biology and endocrinology : RB&E · 2022
    Randomized trial64 participantsEveryday Health forMagnesium
  11. Associations of selenium status with all-cause and cause-specific mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies.
    Cui Z; Xie R; Lu X; Schomburg L; Brenner H; Schöttker B · Redox biology · 2025
    Meta-analysis95 participants20 studies pooledEveryday Health forSelenium
  12. Dietary Antioxidants, Circulating Antioxidant Concentrations, Total Antioxidant Capacity, and Risk of All-Cause Mortality: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis of Prospective Observational Studies.
    Jayedi A; Rashidy-Pour A; Parohan M; Zargar MS; Shab-Bidar S · Advances in nutrition (Bethesda, Md.) · 2019
    Meta-analysis507,251 participants41 studies pooledEveryday Health forSelenium
  13. The efficacy and safety of selenium supplementation versus placebo in the treatment of Graves' orbitopathy: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.
    Sharabati I; Qafesha RM; Hindawi MD; Amro S; Ayesh BM · Clinical endocrinology · 2024
    Meta-analysis4 studies pooledEveryday Health forSelenium
  14. Associations of plasma metal concentrations with the risks of all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality in Chinese adults.
    Shi L; Yuan Y; Xiao Y; Long P; Li W; Yu Y; Liu Y; Liu K; Wang H; Zhou L; Yang H; Li X; He M; Wu T · Environment international · 2021
    Cohort study6,155 participantsEveryday Health forSelenium
  15. Updates on clinical studies of selenium supplementation in radiotherapy.
    Puspitasari IM; Abdulah R; Yamazaki C; Kameo S; Nakano T; Koyama H · Radiation oncology (London, England) · 2015
    Systematic review16 studies pooledEveryday Health forSelenium
  16. Oral Vitamin B12 versus Placebo for the Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Gynecological Cancer Patients: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.
    Insin P; Chaiwongsa T; Prueksaritanond N · Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP · 2026
    Randomized trial40 participantsEveryday Health forVitamin B12
  17. Vitamin B12 Supplementation in Diabetic Neuropathy: A 1-Year, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.
    Didangelos T; Karlafti E; Kotzakioulafi E; Margariti E; Giannoulaki P; Batanis G; Tesfaye S; Kantartzis K · Nutrients · 2021
    Randomized trial90 participantsEveryday Health forVitamin B12
  18. A single-center randomized controlled trial of local methylcobalamin injection for subacute herpetic neuralgia.
    Xu G; Lv ZW; Feng Y; Tang WZ; Xu GX · Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.) · 2014
    Randomized trial98 participantsEveryday Health forVitamin B12
  19. Local Injection of Methylcobalamin Combined with Lidocaine for Acute Herpetic Neuralgia.
    Xǔ G; Xu S; Tang WZ; Xú G; Cheng C; Xu J · Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.) · 2017
    Randomized trial204 participantsEveryday Health forVitamin B12
  20. The Effect of Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid Supplementation on Serum Homocysteine, Anemia Status and Quality of Life of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis.
    Nozari E; Ghavamzadeh S; Razazian N · Clinical nutrition research · 2022
    Clinical trial50 participantsEveryday Health forVitamin B12