Source of Life Liquid Natural Delicious Tropical Fruit Flavor
Goals
$41.61 $1.38 per serving
Product analysis
Source of Life Liquid Natural Delicious Tropical Fruit Flavor offers a liquid way to cover a broad range of nutrient gaps and support normal energy and nerve functions. Unnamed blend components make the full formula harder to understand.
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Nutrient Quality49
Some vitamin and mineral preparations are well identified, while others have uncertain quality or incomplete form details. Unnamed blend components prevent a complete view of the formula.
Ingredient Transparency73
Amounts and most forms are stated, but several mixed preparations are incompletely described. The total blend amounts do not reveal all components or the amount of each form.
Value For Money33
The serving cost compares poorly for several nutrients, including vitamin K and riboflavin. A full value judgment is also limited by unavailable comparisons for other ingredients.
Customer Satisfaction76
Customer feedback is positive across several hundred reviews. The review base offers useful information about satisfaction without confirming health benefits.
Product Focus2
The clearest role is broad nutritional support for energy metabolism, nerve function and related needs. The large formula and unnamed blend components make it harder to assess its fit for a specific goal.
- Format
Liquid - Container
- 30 Fluid Ounce(s)
- Per serving
- $1.38
- Customer rating
- 4.6 · 588 ratings
Goals
Impact
Moderate effect
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 25 mcgVitamin B5 · 60 mgMagnesium · 25 mgRiboflavin · 25 mgThiamin · 25 mgVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgIron · 4.5 mgPotassium · 50 mg
Vitamin B5 Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Impact
Highest effect
Folate · 667 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgVitamin D · 25 mcgMagnesium · 25 mgVitamin K · 80 mcgSelenium · 25 mcgZinc · 7.5 mg
Impact
High effect
Vitamin K · 80 mcgMagnesium · 25 mgCalcium · 50 mgVitamin D · 25 mcgCopper · 1.5 mgManganese · 4 mgZinc · 7.5 mg
Impact
High effect
Vitamin K · 80 mcgPotassium · 50 mgMagnesium · 25 mgVitamin D · 25 mcgSelenium · 25 mcgVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgVitamin B6 · 25 mgVitamin E · 134 mgFolate · 667 mcg DFENiacin · 40 mg NE
Impact
Moderate effect
Biotin · 100 mcgVitamin D · 25 mcgZinc · 7.5 mgIron · 4.5 mg
Impact
Moderate effect
Biotin · 100 mcgNiacin · 40 mg NEVitamin B12 · 1000 mcgRiboflavin · 25 mgThiamin · 25 mgVitamin B5 · 60 mgVitamin B6 · 25 mgVitamin D · 25 mcgZinc · 7.5 mgMagnesium · 25 mg
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving | Score |
|---|---|---|
Calories | 40 Calorie(s) | |
Total Carbohydrates | 10 Gram(s) | |
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene, Vitamin A Palmitate) | 3000 mcg RAE | |
Vitamin D3 | 25 mcg | |
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate) | 134 mg | |
Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone-4, Menaquinone-7) | 80 mcg | |
Thiamine (Thiamine Mononitrate) | 25 mg | |
Riboflavin | 25 mg | |
Niacin (Niacinamide) | 40 mg NE | |
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 25 mg | |
Folate (Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) | 667 mcg DFE | |
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) | 1000 mcg | |
Biotin | 100 mcg | |
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium Pantothenate) | 60 mg | |
Choline (Choline Bitartrate) | 13 mg | |
Calcium (Calcium Citrate) | 50 mg | |
Iron (Iron Gluconate) | 4.5 mg | |
Iodine (Potassium Iodide) | 150 mcg | |
Magnesium (Magnesium Citrate) | 25 mg | |
Zinc (Zinc Gluconate) | 7.5 mg | |
Selenium (Selenium Amino Acid Chelate) | 25 mcg | |
Copper (Chlorophyllin) | 1.5 mg | |
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate) | 4 mg | |
Chromium (Chromium Picolinate) | 20 mcg | |
Molybdenum (Molybdenum Aminoate Complex) | 37.5 mcg | |
Potassium (Potassium Citrate) | 50 mg | |
Source-70 Whole Food Complex | 500 mg | |
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex (Citrus limon/sinensis) | 100 mg | |
Korean Ginseng (Ginsenosides F, Ginsenosides R) | 50 mg | |
Inositol | 30 mg | |
PABA | 15 mg | |
Chlorophyll (Copper Chlorophyllin, Spirulina) | 4 mg |
Iodine (Potassium Iodide) · 150 mcg OverallScore84
The serving provides 150 mcg of iodine at a high cost per serving. The amount falls within the range for daily thyroid maintenance. It uses potassium iodide.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100
The iodine is potassium iodide. Marine-source contamination is not a relevant concern for the listed source.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
The iodine is potassium iodide.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
Marine-source contamination is not a relevant concern for the listed source.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100
The label states 150 mcg of iodine per serving. That falls within the range for daily thyroid maintenance and below the upper intake level.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
The 150 mcg serving falls within the range used for daily thyroid maintenance.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
The 150 mcg serving is below the 1,100 mcg upper intake level.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The iodine amount is stated on the label.
Value20
The cost per serving is high.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is high.
PABA · 15 mg OverallScore68
Each serving provides 15 mg of PABA, a relatively small amount, at a high cost for the amount. The label names PABA but doesn't specify a quality grade. No artificial colors, titanium dioxide or hydrogenated oils are listed.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80
PABA is named, but its quality grade is not specified.
PABA Source & Grade
PABA is named without a specified quality grade.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency70
15 mg of PABA is disclosed per serving. No artificial colors, titanium dioxide or hydrogenated oils are listed.
PABA Dosage Alignment
Each serving provides 15 mg of PABA, a relatively small amount.
Label Disclosure Clarity
The PABA amount is listed separately as 15 mg per serving.
Additive and Excipient Quality
No artificial colors, titanium dioxide or hydrogenated oils are listed.
Value40
The cost for the amount of PABA is high.
Price per 100mg PABA
The cost for the amount of PABA is high.
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) · 1000 mcg OverallScore84
Each serving supplies 1,000 mcg of B12, at a high estimated cost per 1,000 mcg. It uses methylcobalamin, an active form of B12.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100
It uses methylcobalamin, an active form of B12.
Bioactive B12 Form Selection
It uses methylcobalamin, an active form of B12.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100
1,000 mcg per serving is within the range described for people with higher needs. The label states both the amount and methylcobalamin form.
Therapeutic Dosage Level
1,000 mcg per serving is within the range described for people with higher needs.
Label and Form Transparency
The label states both the amount and methylcobalamin form.
Value20
The estimated cost per 1,000 mcg of B12 is high.
Price per 1,000 mcg B12
The estimated cost per 1,000 mcg of B12 is high.
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