Airborne Original Zesty Orange

Airborne Original Zesty Orange

Airborne Original4.7 (2,427 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 10 Tablet(s) · 10 servings
Goals
$7.94 $0.79 per serving

Product analysis

50 out of 100

Airborne Original Zesty Orange supplies nutrients that support normal immune function, particularly when dietary intake is low. Undisclosed blend contents make it harder to check the full mixture or compare it with simpler alternatives.

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

Nutrient Quality37

Manganese uses a favorable form, but the quality of most other nutrients cannot be judged confidently. Unidentified blend contents also leave part of the mixture unclear.

Ingredient Transparency69

All listed amounts and most vitamin and mineral forms are disclosed. The blend contents and proportions within the mixed sources remain unclear, limiting a complete comparison.

Value For Money38

Vitamin C and manganese compare poorly on price, while value for most other components is uncertain. That leaves limited support for calling the full formula good value.

Customer Satisfaction86

Customer feedback is very positive across a substantial review sample. The volume offers a useful view of satisfaction, without establishing protection from illness.

Product Focus30

The clearest role is supplying nutrients needed for normal immune function and skin repair. Unidentified blend ingredients make the full combination harder to assess.

Format
Tablet
Container
10 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.79
Customer rating
4.7 · 2,427 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Immunity
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 40 mgVitamin C · 1000 mgZinc · 8 mgVitamin A · 600 mcgSelenium · 15 mcg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 8 studies
Selenium Mixed 37 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 107 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 21 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Everyday Health
Impact
High effect
B+ Ingredient FitB PathwaysB- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 40 mgSelenium · 15 mcgZinc · 8 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitD+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin E · 13.5 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 41 studies
Selenium Supportive 34 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 50 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 20 studies
Zinc Supportive 64 studies
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 8 mgVitamin C · 1000 mgSelenium · 15 mcgVitamin E · 13.5 mg
Study evidence
Selenium Supportive 22 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 106 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 38 studies
Zinc Supportive 66 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
5 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Retinyl Acetate)
600 mcg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
1000 mg 48
Vitamin E (DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate)
13.5 mg
Riboflavin
2.8 mg
Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide, Magnesium Sulfate)
40 mg
Zinc (Zinc Sulfate)
8 mg
Selenium (Selenium Amino Acid Chelate)
15 mcg
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate)
3 mg 70
Sodium (Sodium Bicarbonate)
230 mg 72
Potassium (Potassium Bicarbonate)
80 mg
Proprietary Herbal Blend
350 mg
Proprietary Amino Acid Blend
50 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Children 4+
Report overview
D+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value
At 230 mg sodium per serving, this offers some sodium for sweat replacement at a low cost per serving. The sodium source is sodium bicarbonate. An artificial sweetener is declared.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability52

The sodium source is sodium bicarbonate. A lower-availability potassium or magnesium form is present, though the specific form is not given.
Sodium Source Purity & Quality
The sodium source is sodium bicarbonate.
Bioavailability of Supporting Electrolytes
A lower-availability potassium or magnesium form is present, though the specific form is not given.
Trace Mineral Complex & Buffering Forms
Sodium bicarbonate can help buffer lactic acid.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency77

Each serving provides 230 mg sodium, which can contribute to replacing sweat loss. An artificial sweetener is declared.
Sodium Dosage for Athletic Replenishment
Each serving provides 230 mg sodium, which can contribute to replacing sweat loss.
Ingredient Label Transparency
The label gives the sodium amount and potassium amount and magnesium amount individually.
Artificial Color and Sweetener Disclosure
An artificial sweetener is declared.

Value100

The cost per serving is low.
Price Per Serving vs. Collection Median
The cost per serving is low.
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
Each serving provides 3 mg of manganese at a higher cost per serving. The manganese is supplied as manganese gluconate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80

The manganese is supplied as manganese gluconate.
Manganese Chemical Form
The manganese is supplied as manganese gluconate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency86

Each serving provides 3 mg of manganese. The manganese amount is stated separately from its source.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
Each serving provides 3 mg of manganese.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The manganese amount is stated separately from its source.

Value20

The cost per serving is higher.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is higher.
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A serving provides 1000 mg of vitamin C. The cost per gram of vitamin C is high. It uses Ascorbic Acid. A sweetener or sugar is listed.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability30

The form is Ascorbic Acid. Ascorbic acid is an unbuffered form.
Vitamin C Chemical Form & Delivery System
The form is Ascorbic Acid.
Gastric Comfort & pH Balance
Ascorbic acid is an unbuffered form.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency79

A serving provides 1000 mg of vitamin C. A sweetener or sugar is listed.
Optimal Dosage Targeting
A serving provides 1000 mg of vitamin C.
Purity & Excipient Quality
The Other Ingredients list includes a sweetener or sugar; the specific substance is not identified in the available details.
Mineral & Source Transparency
The vitamin C amount and ascorbic acid source are given; no associated mineral amount is needed for this form.

Value20

The cost per gram of vitamin C is high.
Price per Gram of Vitamin C
The cost per gram of vitamin C is high.
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Sources

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

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    Meta-analysis1,257 participants20 studies pooledEveryday Health forMagnesium
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