| Ingredient | Amount | % DV% Daily Value — how much of the recommended daily intake one serving provides, based on a 2,000 calorie diet. 100% = full daily need. Values over 100% are common for water-soluble vitamins (B, C) and generally safe. Values over 200% are highlighted. |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 {Calories} | — |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 60 mg | 100% |
| Vitamin D | 200 IU | 50% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 67% |
| Riboflavin | 1 mg | 59% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2 mg | 100% |
| Vitamin B12 | 25 mcg | 417% |
| Manganese | 2 mg | 100% |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% |
| Glucosamine HCl | 1500 mg | — |
| Joint Shield(TM) Proprietary Blend | 1104 mg | — |
| Choline Bitartrate | 50 mg | — |
| Inositol | 50 mg | — |
| Boron | 3 mg | — |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Crospovidone, Contains Less Than 2% of
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Essential for red blood cell formation. Deficiency causes megaloblastic anemia, confirmed by decades of clinical evidence.
Involved in myelin synthesis and nerve function. Adequate B12 status supports neurological health, particularly in older adults and vegans.
Cofactor in energy production pathways, but supplementation only helps if deficient.
Involved in neurotransmitter synthesis including serotonin and dopamine. Cofactor for over 100 enzyme reactions.
B6 is a cofactor in the transsulfuration pathway, converting homocysteine to cysteine. This is a separate pathway from the B12/folate remethylation route.
Supports immune cell function. Regular supplementation may modestly reduce cold duration, but does not prevent colds.
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Alternatives are selected from the same category (Vitamin C) with a higher overall score. This is not a recommendation — always verify ingredients and dosages match your needs.
Potent water-soluble antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative damage.
Essential cofactor for enzymes involved in collagen production.
At 400mg/day (far above RDA of 1.3mg), riboflavin may reduce migraine frequency. Effect is dose-dependent and not expected at typical supplement doses.
Essential for calcium absorption. Deficiency leads to rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults — a well-established causal relationship.
May reduce risk of respiratory infections. Active area of research.
Some association between low vitamin D levels and depression, but evidence is inconsistent.
Essential cofactor for pyruvate dehydrogenase and other enzymes in carbohydrate metabolism.