BX3

BX3

Pure Vegan4.9 (60 ratings)
Format:Liquid Quantity: 2 Fluid Ounce(s) · 65 servings
$16.96 $0.26 per serving
iHerb$16.96

Product analysis

56 out of 100

BX3 combines B vitamins that may help with tiredness when low intake is the cause. It is less compelling as an energy or concentration boost when those nutrients are already adequate.

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

Nutrient Quality33

Some vitamin forms are named, but their quality cannot be judged confidently. Folate and betaine forms are unspecified, which further limits comparison.

Ingredient Transparency81

All ingredient amounts are disclosed. Only some forms are named, so the description is less complete for comparing preparations.

Value For Money40

Value for most of the formula remains uncertain. The folate comparison offers limited value, without establishing the value of the whole blend.

Customer Satisfaction75

Customer ratings are very positive. The small review base means that satisfaction picture is still tentative.

Product Focus68

The B vitamins support normal nutrient functions and may help when intake is low. The many intended uses do not establish extra energy, improved cognition or added heart protection in adequately nourished adults.

Format
Liquid
Container
2 Fluid Ounce(s)
Per serving
$0.26
Customer rating
4.9 · 60 ratings
Report analysis

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Folic Acid
400 mcg 54
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 10 mg
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
 1000 mcg 90
TMG
10 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) · 1000 mcg OverallScore90
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
Each serving provides 1,000 mcg of B12 at a moderate cost per 1,000 mcg, based on the full product price. The B12 is Methylcobalamin, a bioactive form.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The B12 is Methylcobalamin, a bioactive form.
Bioactive B12 Form Selection
The B12 is Methylcobalamin, a bioactive form.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

Each serving provides 1,000 mcg of B12, an amount used for higher needs. The label names Methylcobalamin and gives its B12 amount.
Therapeutic Dosage Level
Each serving provides 1,000 mcg of B12, an amount used for higher needs.
Label and Form Transparency
The label names Methylcobalamin and gives its B12 amount.

Value50

The cost per 1,000 mcg of B12 is moderate, based on the full product price.
Price per 1,000 mcg B12
The cost per 1,000 mcg of B12 is moderate, based on the full product price.
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Folate · 400 mcg OverallScore54
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value
Each serving provides 400 mcg folic acid; the label conversion gives 680 mcg DFE. The cost per serving is low. Folic acid is a synthetic form that needs conversion to active folate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability14

Folic acid is a synthetic form that needs conversion to active folate. No branded source or active-isomer detail is identified.
Folate Form Hierarchy
Folic acid is a synthetic form that needs conversion to active folate.
Patented Sources & Isomeric Purity
No branded source or active-isomer detail is identified.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

Each serving provides 400 mcg folic acid; the label conversion gives 680 mcg DFE.
Folate Dosage by Declared Basis
Each serving provides 400 mcg folic acid; the label conversion gives 680 mcg DFE.

Value40

The cost per serving is low.
Price per Bioavailable Serving
The cost per serving is low.
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89 Performance

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86 Performance

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88 Budget

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86 Budget

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89 Value

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85 Value

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84 Value

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