Source of Life Mini-Tabs No Iron

Source of Life Mini-Tabs No Iron

Natures Plus4.6 (1,065 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 90 Tablet(s) · 15 servings
Goals
$21.94 $1.46 per serving

Product analysis

47 out of 100

Source of Life Mini-Tabs No Iron may help fill everyday nutrient gaps and support normal energy use, nerve function and immune function. Several blends lack a full breakdown, making it harder to judge what they add.

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

Nutrient Quality50

Several vitamins use readily usable forms, including vitamin D3 and methylfolate. Mineral quality is less clear where mixed forms have undisclosed proportions, and many other ingredients cannot be assessed confidently.

Ingredient Transparency71

Ingredient amounts are listed, which helps you compare servings. Several forms and blend breakdowns are missing, leaving uncertainty about exactly what those mixtures provide.

Value For Money29

The serving cost looks high for many of the nutrients it supplies. Some ingredients cannot be compared reliably, so the price alone does not establish the value of the full mixture.

Customer Satisfaction79

Customer feedback is positive across a sizeable number of ratings. That gives a broader picture of satisfaction than a small set of reviews, without proving health benefits.

Product Focus0

The broad formula mainly supports everyday nutrition rather than one specific purpose. Benefits are clearest when it fills a nutrient gap, while the many blends make its full range of active ingredients uncertain.

Format
Tablet
Container
90 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$1.46
Customer rating
4.6 · 1,065 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Bone Health
Impact
High effect
D Ingredient FitC PathwaysA EvidenceA Formulation Logic
Vitamin K · 80 mcgMagnesium · 100 mgCalcium · 200 mgVitamin D · 1000 IUCopper · 0.5 mgManganese · 4 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Calcium Supportive 144 studies
Copper Disputed 20 studies
Folate Supportive 50 studies
Magnesium Supportive 48 studies
Manganese Adverse 12 studies
Potassium Supportive 39 studies
Vitamin A Adverse 56 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 46 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 202 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 78 studies
Zinc Supportive 33 studies
Immunity
Impact
High effect
D- Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 100 mgVitamin C · 1000 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin A · 10000 IUVitamin D · 1000 IUSelenium · 25 mcg
Study evidence
Bromelain Not classified 1 study
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
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 400 mcgVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgVitamin D · 1000 IUMagnesium · 100 mgVitamin K · 80 mcgSelenium · 25 mcgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Bromelain Supportive 11 studies
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
Impact
Moderate effect
D- Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA Formulation Logic
Folate · 400 mcgMagnesium · 100 mgVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgVitamin K · 80 mcgVitamin D · 1000 IU
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 16 studies
Magnesium Supportive 12 studies
Selenium Supportive 27 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 30 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 50 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 19 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 27 studies
Zinc Supportive 10 studies
Impact
High effect
D- Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin K · 80 mcgPotassium · 50 mgMagnesium · 100 mgVitamin D · 1000 IUSelenium · 25 mcgVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgVitamin B6 · 25 mgVitamin E · 200 IUFolate · 400 mcgNiacin · 40 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 93 studies
Magnesium Supportive 123 studies
Niacin Supportive 136 studies
Potassium Supportive 117 studies
Rutin Supportive 4 studies
Selenium Supportive 107 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 35 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 101 studies
Vitamin D Mixed 170 studies
Vitamin E Mixed 79 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 40 studies
Impact
Moderate effect
D+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 1000 IUVitamin B5 · 60 mgMagnesium · 100 mgRiboflavin · 25 mgThiamin · 25 mgVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgPotassium · 50 mg
Study evidence
Iodine Adverse 3 studies
Magnesium Supportive 4 studies
Potassium Supportive 2 studies
Thiamin Disputed 12 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 32 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Protein
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
10000 IU 50
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
1000 mg 52
Vitamin D3 (Lichen)
1000 IU 75
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopherol Succinate)
200 IU 60
Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone-4, Menaquinone-7)
80 mcg 44
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
25 mg 65
Riboflavin
25 mg 49
Niacin (Niacinamide)
40 mg 65
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
25 mg 70
Folate (Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate)
400 mcg 78
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
1000 mcg 84
Biotin
100 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium Pantothenate)
60 mg 70
Calcium (Calcium Aminoate)
200 mg
Iodine (Kelp)
150 mcg 61
Magnesium (Magnesium Aminoate Complex)
100 mg
Zinc (Zinc Aminoate, Zinc Picolinate)
15 mg 54
Selenium (Selenium Aminoate Complex)
25 mcg
Copper (Copper Aminoate Complex)
0.5 mg 39
Manganese (Manganese Aminoate Complex)
4 mg 72
Chromium (Chromium Aminoate Complex)
20 mcg
Molybdenum (Molybdenum Aminoate Complex)
37.5 mcg 44
Potassium (Potassium Aminoate Complex)
50 mg
Spirulina
1000 mg 21
Essential Fatty Acid-Rich Whole Food Energy & Prebiotic Fiber Blend
200 mg
Bioflavonoid Complex (active Flavanones, Citrus sp., Flavanols, Flavones, Phenolic compounds)
60 mg
Ginseng
50 mg
Choline (Choline Bitartrate)
30 mg 50
Inositol
30 mg
Quercetin (Dimorphandra mollis)
30 mg
Papain (Papaya)
30 mg 64
Rutin (Sophora japonica)
25 mg 67
Betaine HCl
25 mg
Apple Pectin
20 mg
PABA
15 mg 68
Chlorophyll (Mulberry, Spirulina)
15 mg 50
Bromelain (Pineapple)
12 mg
Hesperidin Complex (Citrus limon)
10 mg
Amylase (Aspergillus oryzae)
5 mg
Lipase (Rhizopus oryzae)
5 mg
Carotenoids
4 mg
Octacosanol
200 mcg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Vegetarian
Report overview
PABA · 15 mg OverallScore68
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value
The serving provides 15 mg of PABA at a high cost for the amount. The PABA form and grade are unclear. No artificial dyes, titanium dioxide or hydrogenated ingredients are flagged in the available information.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80

PABA is named, but its form and grade are unclear.
PABA Source & Grade
PABA is named, but its form and grade are unclear.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency70

The amount is stated. No artificial dyes, titanium dioxide or hydrogenated ingredients are flagged in the available information.
PABA Dosage Alignment
The serving contains 15 mg of PABA.
Label Disclosure Clarity
The PABA amount is stated, but its form is not specified.
Additive and Excipient Quality
No artificial dyes, titanium dioxide or hydrogenated ingredients are flagged in the available information.

Value40

The cost for the amount of PABA is high, using the full serving price.
Price per 100mg PABA
The cost for the amount of PABA is high, using the full serving price.
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
+5
A serving provides 1000 mcg of B12 at a high cost for that amount, based on the full serving price. It uses Methylcobalamin, an active form. The full serving price can overstate the cost attributable to B12.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The B12 is Methylcobalamin, an active form.
Bioactive B12 Form Selection
The B12 is Methylcobalamin, an active form.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The serving lists 1000 mcg of B12. The amount and Methylcobalamin form are named.
Therapeutic Dosage Level
Each serving provides 1000 mcg of B12.
Label and Form Transparency
The amount and Methylcobalamin form are listed.

Value20

The cost is high for the amount of B12, based on the full serving price; that can overstate the cost attributable to B12.
Price per 1,000 mcg B12
The cost is high for the amount of B12, based on the full serving price; that can overstate the cost attributable to B12.
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
It provides 4 mg of manganese per serving at a high cost. It uses manganese aminoate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

It uses manganese aminoate.
Manganese Chemical Form
It uses manganese aminoate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

A serving provides 4 mg of manganese.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
A serving provides 4 mg of manganese.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The manganese amount per serving is stated.

Value20

The cost per serving is high.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is high.
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Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

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    Manoj P; Derwin R; George S · International journal of older people nursing · 2023
    Meta-analysis12,620 participants7 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  2. Calcium supplementation prevents seasonal bone loss and changes in biochemical markers of bone turnover in elderly New England women: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
    Storm D; Eslin R; Porter ES; Musgrave K; Vereault D; Patton C; Kessenich C; Mohan S; Chen T; Holick MF; Rosen CJ · The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 1998
    Randomized trial60 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  3. The effects of calcium supplementation (milk powder or tablets) and exercise on bone density in postmenopausal women.
    Prince R; Devine A; Dick I; Criddle A; Kerr D; Kent N; Price R; Randell A · Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · 1995
    Randomized trial168 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  4. The efficacy of calcium supplementation alone in elderly Thai women over a 2-year period: a randomized controlled trial.
    Rajatanavin R; Chailurkit L; Saetung S; Thakkinstian A; Nimitphong H · Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA · 2014
    Randomized trial404 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  5. Calcium-enriched foods and bone mass growth in prepubertal girls: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Bonjour JP; Carrie AL; Ferrari S; Clavien H; Slosman D; Theintz G; Rizzoli R · The Journal of clinical investigation · 1997
    Randomized trial149 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  6. The Association between Dietary and Circulating Copper Levels and Osteoporosis: a Scoping Review.
    Ju Y; Xiong W; Pang Y; Chen Z; Hou J; Zheng S; Li Z; Liu T; Xia H; Xia M; Zhong Y; Li J; Jiang X · Biological trace element research · 2026
    Scoping review18 studies pooledBone Health forCopper
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    Chen M; Jia L; Gao R · Frontiers in nutrition · 2024
    Cohort study5,286 participantsBone Health forCopper
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  12. Genetic variants modify the associations of concentrations of methylmalonic acid, vitamin B-12, vitamin B-6, and folate with bone mineral density.
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