$42.00 $0.35 per serving
Product analysis
B-Complex Plus brings B vitamins together to support normal energy use, blood formation and other nutrient functions when intake is low. Its named activated forms do not establish extra mood or energy benefits when nutritional needs are already met.
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Nutrient Quality65
Several B-vitamin forms are clearly identified, allowing useful ingredient-quality comparisons. Biotin is unspecified, and some remaining form details do not establish an advantage in how much the body can use.
Ingredient Transparency91
All amounts and most forms are stated, with useful proportions for several combined vitamins. The biotin form and some B5 composition details remain unclear.
Value For Money47
Riboflavin and B6 offer relatively favorable value, while niacin and B5 are less economical. Uncertain value for folate and B12 leaves the full cost comparison incomplete.
Customer Satisfaction78
Customer feedback is very positive across several hundred ratings. The smaller feedback base gives a less broad satisfaction picture than products with many thousands of ratings.
Product Focus71
The formula has a coherent B-vitamin theme across several related nutritional functions. Benefits mainly depend on meeting low intake, rather than increasing metabolism, cognition or energy beyond adequate nutrition.
- Format
Capsule - Container
- 120 Capsule(s)
- Per serving
- $0.35
- Customer rating
- 4.8 · 399 ratings
Goals
Impact
Highest effect
Folate · 667 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 400 mcg
B vitamins contribute nutrients used in energy metabolism, while folate, B12 and B6 also support blood formation and one-carbon metabolism. These roles can help fill low dietary intake, without establishing improved energy or extra benefit once needs are met. The product’s amounts largely reach the supplied comparison’s upper allowance, but its contribution remains concentrated in these related nutritional functions.
How this product is rated for Everyday Health
Ingredient fit91
The contributing ingredients supply partial amounts overall; this comparison does not establish a clinical benefit threshold.
Goal fit
The contributing ingredients are focused on general health, although the product is also linked to other goals.
Dose adequacy
The contributing ingredients supply partial amounts overall; this comparison does not establish a clinical benefit threshold.
Pathways80
The strongest contribution is in energy metabolism, with substantial support in the supplied comparison. Two areas have meaningful contributions, leaving the product narrower than the full general-health goal.
Depth
The strongest contribution is in energy metabolism, with substantial support in the supplied comparison.
Breadth
Two areas have meaningful contributions, leaving the product narrower than the full general-health goal.
Evidence82
Vitamin B9 (Folate) leads the supplied evidence comparison; normal nutritional functions do not establish additional benefit when intake is adequate.
Evidence strength
Vitamin B9 (Folate) leads the supplied evidence comparison; normal nutritional functions do not establish additional benefit when intake is adequate.
Studied preparation
The contributing ingredients with qualifying amounts match accepted preparations, without establishing superior effects from their particular forms.
Formulation logic100
All retained contributors reach the comparison’s minimum amount allowance; this is not a proven clinical treatment threshold.
Partner coverage
The contributing ingredients can act independently or have their required partners; an extra combination benefit is not established.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was identified in the supplied facts.
Effective doses
All retained contributors reach the comparison’s minimum amount allowance; this is not a proven clinical treatment threshold.
Impact
High effect
Vitamin B5 · 100 mgRiboflavin · 12.7 mgThiamin · 100 mgVitamin B12 · 400 mcg
B vitamins support normal energy metabolism, while folate, B6 and B12 also support blood formation. These roles are most relevant to fatigue when intake is low or deficiency is present. Several amounts meet the saved comparison and others receive partial recognition. Methylated and activated forms do not establish extra energy when nutrient status is adequate.
How this product is rated for Energy
Ingredient fit86
Seven B vitamins provide nutritional support.
Goal fit
The contributing ingredients focus on nutrient support.
Dose adequacy
Several vitamins meet the amount comparison, while others receive partial recognition.
Pathways0
The saved findings do not identify coverage of the assessed alertness, exercise or stress-fatigue pathways.
Depth
No assessed pathway has a contributing finding; nutrient support is treated separately.
Breadth
None of the assessed pathways reaches the saved coverage threshold.
Evidence81
B12 leads the evidence finding; contributing vitamins meet the saved preparation criteria.
Evidence strength
B12 leads the evidence finding.
Studied preparation
The contributing declarations meet the saved preparation criteria; this does not establish superiority of their forms.
Formulation logic100
The included ingredients have no missing required partner or identified conflict in the saved findings.
Partner coverage
No required ingredient partner is missing among the included contributions.
Conflicts
No configured conflict was identified in the supplied findings.
Effective doses
The included ingredients meet the saved minimum amount criterion; this does not establish a guaranteed benefit.
Vitamin B5 Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Impact
High effect
Biotin · 400 mcg
The B vitamins support normal nutrient functions, but the supplied context does not establish independent hair regrowth from B12, folate or niacin. Biotin can help with deficiency-related shedding, although its serving amount is below the saved inclusion level. The listed coenzyme or methylated forms do not establish superior hair outcomes.
How this product is rated for Hair Health
Ingredient fit90
The included ingredients keep the formula focused within this comparison, although it is associated with other goals too. Some amounts make only partial contributions.
Goal fit
The included ingredients keep the formula focused within this comparison, although it is associated with other goals too.
Dose adequacy
The included amounts provide a partial match to the comparison references, with smaller or unresolved amounts limiting the finding.
Pathways0
No contribution was recorded in the specified biological pathways.
Depth
No contribution was recorded in the specified biological pathways.
Breadth
0 of 3 target areas meet the comparison's coverage level; this does not establish clinical benefit.
Evidence78
Vitamin B12 provides the leading included evidence reference, with the ingredient's specific limitations still applying.
Evidence strength
Vitamin B12 provides the leading included evidence reference, with the ingredient's specific limitations still applying.
Studied preparation
The included declarations meet the saved preparation check; this alone does not establish a benefit in people with adequate nutrient intake.
Formulation logic100
No unmet partner requirement or specified conflict was found. All included amounts meet the minimum comparison level.
Partner coverage
The included ingredients have no unmet partner requirement in the supplied findings.
Conflicts
No specified ingredient conflict was found; this check does not establish overall safety.
Effective doses
All included ingredients meet the comparison's minimum amount level; this is not a proven effective dose.
Impact
High effect
Biotin · 400 mcgNiacin · 108 mgVitamin B12 · 400 mcgRiboflavin · 12.7 mgThiamin · 100 mgVitamin B5 · 100 mgVitamin B6 · 16.7 mg
B vitamins help the body use carbohydrate, fat and protein through normal enzyme and cofactor functions. Supplying more does not establish a rise in resting or daily energy expenditure when intake is adequate. The declared amounts do not demonstrate sustained metabolic-rate or weight-loss effects.
How this product is rated for Metabolism Support
Ingredient fit87
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) contributes to the saved ingredient and amount findings. The supplied scientific context limits expectations for a direct metabolism boost.
Goal fit
The formula includes ingredients serving other purposes, reducing its specific focus on the included metabolism-related ingredients.
Dose adequacy
Some included amounts provide partial comparison contributions, without establishing how much energy expenditure would change.
Pathways0
Normal nutrient functions remain separate from thermogenesis. No direct energy-expenditure route receives a contribution.
Depth
No direct energy-expenditure route receives a contribution from the supplied findings.
Breadth
No route meets the coverage threshold, leaving limited breadth across energy-expenditure mechanisms.
Evidence100
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) leads the included evidence finding. Cellular energy roles and metabolic biomarkers do not by themselves demonstrate higher whole-body energy expenditure.
Evidence strength
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) leads the saved evidence comparison, while its supplied findings do not establish a routine energy-expenditure boost.
Studied preparation
The included preparations are accepted for comparison; this does not establish that the product reproduces a thermogenesis trial.
Formulation logic100
No missing partner or configured conflict is identified. Meeting comparison amounts does not establish added thermogenesis from the formula.
Partner coverage
The supplied findings identify no missing partner needed by the included ingredients.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict is identified in the supplied formula; this is a limited interaction check.
Effective doses
The included ingredients meet the minimum amount threshold, which does not establish an effective thermogenic dose.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving | Score |
|---|---|---|
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride) | 100 mg | |
Riboflavin (Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B2, Activated) | 12.7 mg | |
Niacin (Inositol Hexanicotinate, Niacinamide) | 108 mg | |
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 16.7 mg | |
Folate (Metafolin) | 667 mcg DFE | |
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) | 400 mcg | |
Biotin | 400 mcg | |
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5) | 100 mg |
Thiamin (Thiamine Hydrochloride) · 100 mg OverallScore76
The serving provides 100 mg of thiamin from thiamine hydrochloride. The evaluation regards that as a high-potency amount for a serving.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70
Thiamine Hydrochloride is a standard, water-soluble thiamin form. None of the additives checked by this rule are flagged in the saved facts.
Thiamin Chemical Form
Thiamine Hydrochloride is a standard, water-soluble thiamin form.
Excipient Purity
None of the additives checked by this rule are flagged in the saved facts.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100
The amount is disclosed as 100 mg of thiamin per serving. The evaluation regards that as a high-potency amount.
Thiamin Dosage Potency
The serving contains 100 mg of thiamin, which the evaluation regards as a high-potency amount.
Label Transparency & Proprietary Blends
The amount and source are identified: 100 mg of thiamin per serving.
Value40
Based on whole-product serving prices, the cost works out to about $0.35 per 100 mg of thiamin.
Price per Declared Dose
Based on whole-product serving prices, the cost works out to about $0.35 per 100 mg of thiamin.
Niacin (Inositol Hexanicotinate, Niacinamide) · 108 mg OverallScore77
Each serving provides 108 mg of niacin, mostly as niacinamide with some inositol hexanicotinate. The product carries a no-flush claim.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability83
The niacin sources are 92% niacinamide and 8% inositol hexanicotinate, as recorded in the saved facts.
Niacin Form & Goal Alignment
The recorded niacin sources are 92% niacinamide and 8% inositol hexanicotinate.
Precursor Source Quality
The sources are niacinamide and inositol hexanicotinate; the saved facts do not identify an NR or NMN precursor.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency98
Each serving provides 108 mg of niacin from two identified forms; the product carries a no-flush claim.
Clarity of Chemical Form
Both sources are identified: 92% niacinamide and 8% inositol hexanicotinate.
Form-Specific Dosage Efficacy
A serving provides 108 mg of niacin from niacinamide and inositol hexanicotinate.
Flush Risk & Safety Labeling
The product carries a no-flush claim for the blend.
Value23
The whole product costs about $0.35 per serving; that price covers all ingredients, not niacin alone.
Price Per Effective Serving
The whole product costs about $0.35 per serving; that price covers all ingredients, not niacin alone.
A single serving's 16.7 mg of vitamin B6 exceeds the European adult daily upper limit. The serving combines two identified B6 sources.
How this ingredient is rated
Ingredient Form & Label Quality100
The B6 sources are 40% pyridoxal 5-phosphate and 60% pyridoxine hydrochloride. The evaluated ingredient information records no artificial dyes, titanium dioxide or talc.
Vitamin B6 Form Identification
The B6 sources are 40% pyridoxal 5-phosphate and 60% pyridoxine hydrochloride.
Clean Label and Excipient Purity
The evaluated ingredient information records no artificial dyes, titanium dioxide or talc.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency68
A single serving's 16.7 mg of vitamin B6 exceeds the European adult daily upper limit. The two sources are identified.
Vitamin B6 Dose & Safety Policy
A single serving's 16.7 mg of vitamin B6 exceeds the European adult daily upper limit.
Label Transparency
Both B6 sources and their proportions are identified.
Value71
The whole-product serving costs about $0.35 for 16.7 mg of B6, a moderate cost per mg in the comparison.
Vitamin B6 Price Efficiency
The whole-product serving costs about $0.35 for 16.7 mg of B6, a moderate cost per mg in the comparison.
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Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.
- Physicochemical properties of and volatile compounds in riboflavin fortified cloudy apple juice; study of its effect on job fatigue among Egyptian construction workers.
- Vitamin B status in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.
- B-vitamins, related vitamers, and metabolites in patients with quiescent inflammatory bowel disease and chronic fatigue treated with high dose oral thiamine.
- Metabolic features of chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Effectiveness of Riboflavin in Inherited Metabolic Diseases: A Systematic Review
- Influence of thiamin supplementation on the health and general well-being of an elderly Irish population with marginal thiamin deficiency.
- Randomised clinical trial: high-dose oral thiamine versus placebo for chronic fatigue in patients with quiescent inflammatory bowel disease.
- Dietary reference values for thiamin.
- Effects of thiamine supplementation on exercise-induced fatigue.
- Long-term maintenance treatment with 300 mg thiamine for fatigue in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: results from an open-label extension of the TARIF study.
- A new perspective on vitamin B12 deficiency in rheumatology: a case-based review.
- Effects of Vitamin B12 Supplementation on Cognitive Function, Depressive Symptoms, and Fatigue: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression.
- Patients' experiences with methylcobalamin injections in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
- Cobalamin deficiency: clinical picture and radiological findings.
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Common Questions and Answers.
- Intakes of Folate, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 in Relation to All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality: A National Population-Based Cohort.
- The responsiveness of plasma homocysteine to small increases in dietary folic acid: a primary care study.
- 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.
- The concept of folic acid supplementation and its role in prevention of neural tube defect among pregnant women: PRISMA.
- Systematic review of adverse health outcomes associated with high serum or red blood cell folate concentrations.