50 & Wiser Men
by Garden of Life Vitamin Code · capsule · 240 vegetarian capsules
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 6 58010 11420 2
- DSLD label 297622
- Serving 2 capsules; amounts per 4 capsules
- 60 servings
50 & Wiser Men by Garden of Life Vitamin Code lists 66 ingredients, 23 with an amount per serving of 4 capsules, such as 1,080 mcg of vitamin A, 90 mg of vitamin C, 50 mcg (2,000 IU) of vitamin D and 15 mg of vitamin E; 43 sit inside a blend without their own amounts. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on October 24, 2023.
What is in 50 & Wiser Men?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 4 capsules. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene | 1,080 mcg | 120% | |
| Vitamin Cas Saccharomyces cerevisiae | 90 mg | 100% | 57% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C give more (median 100 mg). Per day at the most servings: 180 mg. |
| Vitamin Das Vitamin D32000 IU | 50 mcg (2,000 IU) | 250% | Higher than 81% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mcg. |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopherol | 15 mg | 100% | |
| Vitamin Kas K1 | 120 mcg | 100% | Higher than 87% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K (median 80 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 280 mcg. |
| Thiamineas Vitamin B1 | 6.36 mg | 530% | Higher than 56% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). Per day at the most servings: 12.72 mg. |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 3.12 mg | 240% | 54% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin give more (median 4 mg). Per day at the most servings: 6.24 mg. |
| Niacinas Niacinamide | 16 mg | 100% | 68% of 12,413 products listing niacin give more (median 20 mg). Per day at the most servings: 32 mg. |
| Vitamin B6as S. cerevisiae | 3.4 mg | 200% | 62% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 give more (median 6 mg). Per day at the most servings: 6.8 mg. |
| Folateas S. cerevisiae | 400 mcg DFE | 100% | |
| Vitamin B12as Methylcobalamin | 40.1 mcg | 1,670% | Higher than 51% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 80.2 mcg. |
| Biotinas Saccharomyces cerevisiae | 30 mcg | 100% | 83% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 60 mcg. |
| Pantothenic Acidas S. cerevisiae | 10 mg | 200% | 52% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) give more (median 12 mg). Per day at the most servings: 20 mg. |
| Iodineas Sea Kelporganic sea kelp | 75 mcg | 50% | 68% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 150 mcg. |
| Zincas Brown Rice Chelate | 11 mg | 100% | 47% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). Per day at the most servings: 22 mg. |
| Seleniumas S. cerevisiae | 55 mcg | 100% | 50% of 7,658 products listing selenium give more (median 55 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 110 mcg. |
| Manganeseas Brown Rice Chelate | 2.3 mg | 100% | Higher than 62% of 7,016 products listing manganese (median 2 mg). Per day at the most servings: 4.6 mg. |
| Chromiumas S. cerevisiae | 35 mcg | 100% | 77% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 70 mcg. |
| Molybdenumas S. cerevisiae | 45 mcg | 100% | 55% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum give more (median 50 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 90 mcg. |
| Vitamin K2as Menaquinone-4 | 20 mcg | ||
| Lycopenefermented media | 250 mcg | 94% of 1,691 products listing lycopene give more (median 1.2 mg). Per day at the most servings: 0.5 mg. | |
| Boronas S. cerevisiae | 1 mg | 42% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). Per day at the most servings: 2 mg. | |
| Vanadiumas S. cerevisiae | 10 mcg | 60% of 1,744 products listing vanadium give more (median 25 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 20 mcg. | |
| Raw Organic Fruit & Vegetable Blend | 546 mg | ||
| Appleorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Beetorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Broccolias Broccoli, Broccoliorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrotorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Spinachorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tomatoorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Strawberryorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tart Cherryorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Sea Kelporganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blackberryorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Bell Pepperorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Brussels Sproutorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blueberryorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Gingerorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Garlicorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Onionorganic | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 29 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raspberryorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Parsleyorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Caulifloweras Cauliflower, Cauliflowerorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Red Cabbageorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Kaleorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cucumberorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Celeryorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Asparagusas Asparagus, Asparagusorganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Raw Probiotic & Enzyme Blend500 Million CFU | 40 mg | ||
| Lipase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Protease | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Aspergillopepsin | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Beta-Glucanase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cellulase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bromelain | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Phytase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Papain | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Peptidase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pectinase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Peptidase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Hemicellulase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Xylanase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactobacillus bulgaricus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactobacillus plantarum | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| RAW Antioxidant & Immune Support Complex | 10 mg | ||
| Glutathioneas S. cerevisiae | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| CoQ10fermented media | in the blend, no amount given |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 297622 (entered October 24, 2023), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD or its label image (PDF). Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- 83% of the 9,447 products that print an amount of biotin list more than its 30 mcg of biotin (median 200 mcg).
- 94% of the 1,691 products that print an amount of lycopene list more than its 0.25 mg of lycopene (median 1.2 mg).
- 60% of the 1,744 products that print an amount of vanadium list more than its 10 mcg of vanadium (median 25 mcg).
The NIH database records 2 servings a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with 50 & Wiser Men's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- FamilyGarden of Life Vitamin Code 60 shared, 92% alike
- WomenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 60 shared, 91% alike
- 50 & Wiser WomenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 60 shared, 88% alike
- MenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 59 shared, 86% alike
- Perfect WeightGarden of Life Vitamin Code 58 shared, 84% alike
- RAW One For MenGarden Of Life 56 shared, 83% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Suggested use: Adults take 4 capsules daily. Best when 2 capsules twice a day. May be taken with or without food. Capsules may be opened and contents may be added to water or juice.
- Warnings
- Not intended for children.
- Caution: As with any dietary supplement, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, giving product to children, anticipate surgery, take medication on a regular basis or are otherwise under medical supervision.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
- Made without dairy or soy ingredients, peanut, tree nuts or shellfish. Made in a facility that also processes soy, dairy, peanut, tree nuts and shellfish.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org NSF Certified Gluten-Free
- Made without dairy or soy ingredients, peanut, tree nuts or shellfish.
- No artificial colors or preservatives.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 297622.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Potato Starch, Cellulase, Gum Arabic.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org NSF Certified Gluten-Free Star-K (Kosher); Certified B Corporation We buy 100% Certified Renewable Energy Green-e.org. Listed with: Certified gluten-free (GFCO), NSF certified (contents or GMP) (a seal is the label's claim; the certifier's own list confirms it).
How many labels does 50 & Wiser Men have?
10 labels are on file under this name since January 24, 2014: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 297622 (current) Entered October 24, 2023 · on the market · 240 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11420 2
- Label 297621 Entered October 24, 2023 · on the market · 120 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11369 4
- Label 274845 Entered February 21, 2023 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 120 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11369 4
- Label 275049 Entered October 24, 2022 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 240 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11420 2
- Label 237146 Entered November 21, 2020 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 120 vegetarian capsules
- Label 236803 Entered September 25, 2020 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 240 vegetarian capsules
- Label 233697 Entered September 25, 2020 · off the market September 28, 2020 · 120 vegetarian capsules
- Label 67318 Entered December 23, 2016 · off the market September 25, 2020 · 120 vegetarian capsules
- Label 29198 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market October 3, 2019 · 240 UltraZorbe(TM) Vegetarian Capsules · UPC 6 58010 11420 2
- Label 29171 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market November 19, 2014 · 120 UltraZorbe(TM) Vegetarian Capsules · UPC 6 58010 11369 4
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Garden of Life LLC (distributor), Palm Beach Gardens, FL. All Garden of Life Vitamin Code products.