Complete Nutritional System
by Rainbow Light · tablet or pill · 90 tablets
- Off the market since March 2023 (NIH)
- UPC 0 21888 10012 5
- DSLD label 26537
- Serving 3 tablets
- 30 servings
Complete Nutritional System by Rainbow Light lists 60 ingredients, 36 with an amount per serving of 3 tablets, such as 10,000 IU of vitamin A, 1,000 mg of vitamin C, 400 IU (10 mcg) of vitamin D and 30 IU of vitamin E; 24 sit inside a blend without their own amounts. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on November 25, 2013.
What is in Complete Nutritional System?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 3 tablets. 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, Vitamin A PalmitateVitamin A (Form: as Beta-Carotene, Vitamin A Palmitate) | 10,000 IU | 200% | Higher than 82% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A (median 4,000 IU). |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid, Calcium AscorbateVitamin C (Form: as 50% Calcium Ascorbate, 50% Ascorbic Acid) | 1,000 mg | 1,667% | Higher than 91% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3Vitamin D (Form: as D3 (Alt. Name: Cholecalciferol)) | 400 IU (10 mcg) | 100% | 57% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl SuccinateVitamin E (Form: as D-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) | 30 IU | 100% | 44% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E give more (median 30 IU). |
| Vitamin B1as Thiamine MononitrateVitamin B-1 (Form: as Thiamin Mononitrate) | 30 mg | 2,000% | Higher than 78% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 34 mg | 2,000% | Higher than 84% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas Niacinamide | 60 mg | 300% | Higher than 83% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). 1.7 times the adult UL a day. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine | 40 mg | 2,000% | Higher than 85% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). |
| Folic Acid | 400 mcg | 100% | 24% of 7,022 products listing folate give more (median 400 mcg). |
| Vitamin B12as CyanocobalaminVitamin B-12 (Form: as Cyanocobalamin) | 200 mcg | 3,333% | Higher than 74% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 100 mcg | 33% | 61% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Vitamin B5as Calcium PantothenateVitamin B-5 (Form: as Calcium Pantothenate) | 60 mg | 600% | Higher than 82% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium CarbonateCalcium (Form: as {Calcium} Carbonate, {Calcium} Ascorbate, {Calcium} Amino Acid Chelate) | 250 mg | 25% | Higher than 73% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Magnesium OxideMagnesium (Form: as {Magnesium} Oxide, {Magnesium} Amino Acid Chelate) | 125 mg | 31% | Higher than 66% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). |
| Ironas Iron Amino Acid ChelateIron (Form: as Iron Amino Acid Chelate) | 18 mg | 100% | Higher than 74% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg). |
| Iodineas KelpIodine (Form: from Kelp) | 150 mcg | 100% | 15% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| Zincas Zinc Amino Acid ChelateZinc (Form: as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) | 15 mg | 100% | Higher than 56% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas SelenomethionineSelenium (Form: as Selenomethionine) | 100 mcg | 143% | Higher than 65% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Copper Amino Acid ChelateCopper (Form: as {Copper} Amino Acid Chelate) | 200 mcg | 10% | 88% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese Amino Acid ChelateManganese (Form: as Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) | 2.5 mg | 125% | Higher than 68% of 7,016 products listing manganese (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium AAC NicotinateChromium (Form: as Chromium AAC Nicotinate) | 100 mcg | 83% | 47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium CitratePotassium (Form: as {Potassium} Citrate) | 40 mg | 1% | 79% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex | 100 mg | Higher than 62% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid (median 50 mg). | |
| Rutin | 50 mg | Higher than 69% of 1,232 products listing rutin (median 25 mg). | |
| Hesperidin | 10 mg | 64% of 552 products listing hesperidin give more (median 20 mg). | |
| Cholineas Choline BitartrateCholine (Form: as {Choline} Bitartrate) | 30 mg | 5%* | 53% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Inositol | 50 mg | Higher than 55% of 4,042 products listing inositol (median 30 mg). | |
| Paba | 30 mg | Higher than 53% of 1,610 products listing PABA (median 25 mg). | |
| Protective Phyto-Nutrient Foods | 1,138 mg | ||
| organic Spirulina | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Chlorella | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Kelp | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Chlorophyll | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Octacosanolas SpinachOctacosanol (Form: from spinach) | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| 4:1 Vegetable Juice Extract4:1 Vegetable Juice Extract Note: equivalent to 264 mg of vegetable powder | 66 mg | ||
| Kale | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Spinach | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Dandelion | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Beet | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Alfalfa | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 25 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broccoli powder | 50 mg | 60% of 530 products listing broccoli give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Sulforaphane | 50 mcg | 96% of 82 products listing sulforaphane give more (median 1 mg). | |
| 4:1 Antioxidant Fruit Blend4:1 Antioxidant Fruit Blend Note: equivalent to 240 mg of fruit powder | 60 mg | ||
| Elderberry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bilberry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blueberry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Grape | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Rose Hip | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Acerola | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cranberry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| 4:1 Energizing Herbal Blend4:1 Energizing Herbal Blend Note: equivalent to 420 mg of herbal powder | 105 mg | ||
| Eleuthero | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Fo-Ti | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Stinging Nettle | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Schisandra | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Fennel | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Ginger | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Licorice | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Digestive Support Complex | 115 mg | ||
| Protease | 1,804 HUT | ||
| Amylase | 141 DU | ||
| Lipase | 2 LU | ||
| Cellulase | 2 CU | ||
| Papain | 90,000 PU | ||
| Betaine HCl | 60 mg | Higher than 53% of 914 products listing betaine hydrochloride (median 50 mg). |
* % Daily Value computed from the printed amount and the FDA Daily Value (21 CFR 101.9); the label prints none for that row.
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 26537 (entered November 25, 2013), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. 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:
- Its 1,000 mg of vitamin C is higher than 91% of the 18,583 vitamin C products that print an amount; 445 list more.
- At 1 serving a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 60 mg of niacin, 1.7 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- 88% of the 6,468 products that print an amount of copper list more than its 0.2 mg of copper (median 1 mg).
- 96% of the 82 products that print an amount of sulforaphane list more than its 0.05 mg of sulforaphane (median 1 mg).
The NIH database records one serving 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 Complete Nutritional System's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Complete Nutritional System Iron-FreeRainbow Light · off the market 52 shared, 84% alike
- Women's Multi-VitaminBIOVEA 38 shared, 46% alike
- Food-Based Prenatal CompleteVitaCeutical Labs 36 shared, 44% alike
- Food Based Complete Prenatal SystemRainbow Light · off the market 36 shared, 44% alike
- Electro-Vita-MinTrace Minerals Research · off the market 36 shared, 42% alike
- Life EssentialsRon Teeguarden Nutraceuticals 39 shared, 42% 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 USAGE: 3 tablets daily, with or between meals.
- Warnings
- Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
- Consult a health care professional prior to use if you are taking medication or have a medical condition.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- Purity Guarantee: Contains no gluten, wheat, dairy, sugar or yeast. 100% Natural - Free of artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, preservatives and additives.
- Gluten/Wheat-Free, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free & Yeast-Free
Source: label statements in DSLD label 26537.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Stearic Acid, Modified Cellulose, Silica, Coating.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Bio-Balanced Systems.
How many labels does Complete Nutritional System have?
One label is on file, entered on November 25, 2013.
- Label 26537 (current) Entered November 25, 2013 · off the market March 28, 2023 · 90 tablets · UPC 0 21888 10012 5
DSLD also links this label to: Vitamin C Crystals (package size difference, same product), Vitamin C Crystals (package size difference, same product), Vitamin C Crystals 2,000 mg (package size difference, same product), Vitamin C Crystals 2,000 mg (package size difference, same product), Vitamin C Crystals 2,000 mg (package size difference, same product), Vitamin C Crystals 2,000 mg (package size difference, same product).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Rainbow Light Nutritional Systems (manufacturer, distributor), Santa Cruz, CA. All Rainbow Light products.