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Green Source

by Radiance · tablet or pill · 120 coated tablets

  • On the market (NIH)
  • UPC 0 17339 06222 7
  • DSLD label 2872
  • Serving 3 tablets
  • 40 servings

Green Source by Radiance lists 63 ingredients, 38 with an amount per serving of 3 tablets, such as 15,000 IU of vitamin A, 1,000 mg of vitamin C, 400 IU (10 mcg) of vitamin D and 250 IU of vitamin E; 25 sit inside a blend without their own amounts. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on December 23, 2011.

What is in Green Source?

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).

Green Source: Supplement Facts rows against the market (DSLD label 2872, January 2026 release)
IngredientAmount% DVAmong products listing it
Vitamin Aas Beta-CaroteneVitamin A (Form: as 100% Beta-Carotene)15,000 IU300%Vitamin A in Green Source against 5,772 products15,000 IU per serving; the middle half of products list 2,000 IU to 5,000 IU, the median 4,000 IU.15,000 IU

Higher than 93% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A (median 4,000 IU).

Vitamin CVitamin C Note: 1 g1,000 mg1,667%Vitamin C in Green Source against 18,583 products1,000 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 60 mg to 270 mg, the median 100 mg.DV 90 mgUL 2,000 mg1,000 mg

Higher than 91% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg).

Vitamin D400 IU (10 mcg)100%Vitamin D in Green Source against 14,175 products10 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mcg to 25 mcg, the median 15 mcg.DV 20 mcgUL 100 mcg10 mcg

57% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg).

Vitamin E250 IU833%Vitamin E in Green Source against 6,459 products250 IU per serving; the middle half of products list 15 IU to 100 IU, the median 30 IU.250 IU

Higher than 89% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU).

Thiamineas Vitamin B125 mg1,667%Thiamin in Green Source against 9,830 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.5 mg to 25 mg, the median 5 mg.DV 1.2 mg25 mg

Higher than 72% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg).

Riboflavinas Vitamin B225 mg1,471%Riboflavin in Green Source against 9,824 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.7 mg to 25 mg, the median 4 mg.DV 1.3 mg25 mg

Higher than 75% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg).

Niacin25 mg125%Niacin in Green Source against 12,413 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 13.2 mg to 48 mg, the median 20 mg.DV 16 mgUL 35 mg25 mg

Higher than 56% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg).

Vitamin B625 mg1,250%Vitamin B6 in Green Source against 15,277 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 2 mg to 20 mg, the median 6 mg.DV 1.7 mgUL 100 mg25 mg

Higher than 76% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg).

Folic Acid400 mcg100%Folate in Green Source against 7,022 products400 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 200 mcg to 400 mcg, the median 400 mcg.400 mcg

24% of 7,022 products listing folate give more (median 400 mcg).

Vitamin B1225 mcg417%Vitamin B12 in Green Source against 14,425 products25 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 6 mcg to 200 mcg, the median 36 mcg.DV 2.4 mcg25 mcg

54% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg).

Biotin50 mcg17%Biotin in Green Source against 9,447 products50 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mcg to 300 mcg, the median 200 mcg.DV 30 mcg50 mcg

73% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg).

Pantothenic Acid30 mg300%Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) in Green Source against 10,060 products30 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 6 mg to 50 mg, the median 12 mg.DV 5 mg30 mg

Higher than 66% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg).

Calcium252 mg25%Calcium in Green Source against 17,831 products252 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 252 mg, the median 115 mg.DV 1,300 mgUL 2,500 mg252 mg

Higher than 75% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg).

Iron15 mg83%Iron in Green Source against 6,910 products15 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.2 mg to 18 mg, the median 5 mg.DV 18 mgUL 45 mg15 mg

Higher than 72% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg).

Iodine150 mcg100%Iodine in Green Source against 6,382 products150 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 75 mcg to 150 mcg, the median 150 mcg.DV 150 mcgUL 1,100 mcg150 mcg

15% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg).

Magnesium125 mg31%Magnesium in Green Source against 14,003 products125 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 30 mg to 200 mg, the median 86 mg.UL 350 mgDV 420 mg125 mg

Higher than 66% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg).

Zinc15 mg100%Zinc in Green Source against 13,186 products15 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 5 mg to 15 mg, the median 11 mg.DV 11 mgUL 40 mg15 mg

Higher than 56% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg).

Selenium25 mcg36%Selenium in Green Source against 7,658 products25 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 27 mcg to 100 mcg, the median 55 mcg.DV 55 mcgUL 400 mcg25 mcg

75% of 7,658 products listing selenium give more (median 55 mcg).

Copper0.5 mg25%Copper in Green Source against 6,468 products0.5 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 0.5 mg to 2 mg, the median 1 mg.DV 0.9 mgUL 10 mg0.5 mg

68% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg).

Manganese4 mg200%Manganese in Green Source against 7,016 products4 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1 mg to 3.92 mg, the median 2 mg.DV 2.3 mgUL 11 mg4 mg

Higher than 75% of 7,016 products listing manganese (median 2 mg).

Chromium100 mcg83%Chromium in Green Source against 7,825 products100 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 45 mcg to 200 mcg, the median 100 mcg.DV 35 mcg100 mcg

47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg).

Molybdenum51 mcg68%Molybdenum in Green Source against 4,390 products51 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 25 mcg to 75 mcg, the median 50 mcg.DV 45 mcgUL 2,000 mcg51 mcg

Higher than 59% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg).

Potassium50 mg1%Potassium in Green Source against 11,614 products50 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 190 mg, the median 99 mg.DV 4,700 mg50 mg

72% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg).

Choline Bitartrate50 mg9%*Choline in Green Source against 4,738 products50 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 18 mg to 100 mg, the median 40 mg.DV 550 mgUL 3,500 mg50 mg

Higher than 54% of 4,738 products listing choline (median 40 mg).

Inositol25 mgInositol in Green Source against 4,042 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mg to 80 mg, the median 30 mg.25 mg

53% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg).

Paba25 mgPABA in Green Source against 1,610 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mg to 50 mg, the median 25 mg.25 mg

47% of 1,610 products listing PABA give more (median 25 mg).

Boron1 mgBoron in Green Source against 3,339 products1 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 0.3 mg to 2 mg, the median 1 mg.UL 20 mg1 mg

42% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg).

Citrus Bioflavonoids Complex100 mgFlavonoid in Green Source against 2,343 products100 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 25 mg to 100 mg, the median 50 mg.100 mg

Higher than 62% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid (median 50 mg).

Korean Ginseng25 mgOriental Ginseng in Green Source against 706 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 30 mg to 200 mg, the median 90 mg.25 mg

77% of 706 products listing oriental ginseng give more (median 90 mg).

Hesperidin Complexas Citrus spp.20 mg
Rutin20 mgRutin in Green Source against 1,232 products20 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mg to 50 mg, the median 25 mg.20 mg

62% of 1,232 products listing rutin give more (median 25 mg).

Quercetin20 mgQuercetin in Green Source against 1,548 products20 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 26.5 mg to 250 mg, the median 100 mg.20 mg

84% of 1,548 products listing quercetin give more (median 100 mg).

Betaine Hydrochloride20 mgBetaine Hydrochloride in Green Source against 914 products20 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 25 mg to 178 mg, the median 50 mg.20 mg

79% of 914 products listing betaine hydrochloride give more (median 50 mg).

Dna1 mgDNA in Green Source against 78 products1 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1 mg to 7.88 mg, the median 2.3 mg.1 mg

63% of 78 products listing DNA give more (median 2.3 mg).

Rna35 mgRNA in Green Source against 159 products35 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 5 mg to 47.5 mg, the median 20 mg.35 mg

Higher than 66% of 159 products listing RNA (median 20 mg).

L-Glutathione5 mgGlutathione in Green Source against 717 products5 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mg to 200 mg, the median 50 mg.5 mg

85% of 717 products listing glutathione give more (median 50 mg).

Garlic13 mgGarlic in Green Source against 1,075 products13 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 500 mg, the median 200 mg.13 mg

89% of 1,075 products listing garlic give more (median 200 mg).

Proprietary Enzyme Blend50 mg
Bromelainas PineappleBromelain (Form: from Pineapple)in the blend, no amount given
PapainPapain (Form: Papaya Enzyme)in the blend, no amount given
Show the other 29 rows of the label
Green Source: rows 41 to 69
IngredientAmount% DVAmong products listing it
Amylasein the blend, no amount given
Lipasein the blend, no amount given
Cellulasein the blend, no amount given
Proteasein the blend, no amount given
Proprietary Probiotic Blend25 mg
L. acidophilusin the blend, no amount given
L. bifidusin the blend, no amount given
L. bulgaricusin the blend, no amount given
Proprietary Vegetable Oil BlendProprietary Vegetable Oil Blend Note: contains200 mg
Flaxseed Oilin the blend, no amount given
Sunflower seed Oilin the blend, no amount given
Borage Oilin the blend, no amount given
Omega-3 Fatty Acids76 mgOmega-3 in Green Source against 2,714 products76 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 230 mg to 1,000 mg, the median 500 mg.76 mg

92% of 2,714 products listing omega-3 give more (median 500 mg).

Omega-6 Fatty Acids18 mgOmega-6 in Green Source against 421 products18 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 45 mg to 484 mg, the median 140 mg.18 mg

90% of 421 products listing omega-6 give more (median 140 mg).

Proprietary Green Blend1,180 mg
Spirulinain the blend, no amount given
Oat Branin the blend, no amount given
Wheat Grassin the blend, no amount given
Barley Juice Concentratein the blend, no amount given
Chlorellain the blend, no amount given
Apple Pectinin the blend, no amount given
Chlorophyllinin the blend, no amount given
Proprietary Herbal Blend60 mg
Echinaceain the blend, no amount given
Milk Thistlein the blend, no amount given
Cayenne Pepperin the blend, no amount given
Gingerin the blend, no amount given
Ginkgo bilobain the blend, no amount given
Goldensealin the blend, no amount given

* % 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 2872 (entered December 23, 2011), 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 15,000 IU of vitamin A is higher than 93% of the 5,772 vitamin A products that print an amount; 326 list more.
  • 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.
  • 63% of the 78 products that print an amount of DNA list more than its 1 mg of dna (filed by NIH under DNA) (median 2.3 mg).
  • 85% of the 717 products that print an amount of glutathione list more than its 5 mg of L-glutathione (filed by NIH under glutathione) (median 50 mg).
  • 92% of the 2,714 products that print an amount of omega-3 list more than its 76 mg of omega-3 (median 500 mg).
  • 90% of the 421 products that print an amount of omega-6 list more than its 18 mg of omega-6 (median 140 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 Green Source's, rare ingredients counting for more.

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
Directions: For adults, take three (3) tablets daily, preferably with a meal.
Warnings
Contains soy, milk and wheat ingredients.
As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications or planning any medical procedure, consult your doctor before use.
Avoid this product if you are allergic to sunflowers, ragweed or daisy-like flowers. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately. Keep out of reach of children.
Tamper Resistant: Do no sue if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place and avoid excessive heat.

Source: label statements in DSLD label 2872.

What else is on the label?

Other ingredients: Proprietary Green Blend, Ascorbic Acid, Cellulose, D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acid Succinate, Proprietary Vegetable Oil Blend, Croscarmellose, Acacia, Beta-Carotene, Calcium Silicate, Citrus Bioflavonoids, Cellulose Coating, Calcium Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Spirulina Chelate, Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Citrate, Calcium Ketoglutarate, Calcium Malate, Calcium Succinate, Proprietary Herbal Blend, Choline Bitartrate, Proprietary Enzyme Blend, Ferrous Fumarate, Manganese Gluconate, Ribonucleic Acid, Calcium D-Pantothenate, Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Magnesium Spirulina Chelate, Magnesium Ascorbate, Magnesium Citrate, Magnesium Ketoglutarate, Magnesium Malate, Magnesium Succinate, Kelp, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Inositol, Para-Aminobenzoic Acid, Korean Ginseng, Proprietary Probiotic Blend, Silica, Niacinamide, Quercetin, Rutin, Hesperidin, Betaine Hydrochloride, Potassium Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Spirulina Chelate, Potassium Ascorbate, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Ketoglutarate, Potassium Malate, Potassium Succinate, Garlic, Sodium Borate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Manganese Spirulina Chelate, Manganese Ascorbate, Manganese Citrate, Manganese Ketoglutarate, Manganese Malate, Manganese Succinate, L-Glutathione, Selenomethionine, Niacin, Maltodextrin, Ergocalciferol, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Spirulina Chelate, Mannitol, Zinc Ascorbate, Zinc Citrate, Zinc Ketoglutarate, Zinc Malate, Zinc Succinate, Cupric Amino Acid Chelate, Cupric Spirulina Chelate, Molybdate Amino Acid Chelate, Deoxyribonucleic Acid, Cupric Ascorbate, Cupric Citrate, Cupric Ketoglutarate, Cupric Malate, Cupric Succinate, Chromium Picolinate, Molybdate Spirulina Chelate, Molybdate Ascorbate, Folic Acid, Molybdate Citrate, Molybdate Ketoglutarate, Molybdate Malate, Molybdate Succinate, Biotin, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Potassium Gluconate, Pyridoxyl 5' Phosphate, Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Coenzyme B12, Cyanocobalamin.

Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Good Manufacturing Practices GMP.

How many labels does Green Source have?

One label is on file, entered on December 23, 2011.

  1. Label 2872 (current) Entered December 23, 2011 · on the market · 120 coated tablets · UPC 0 17339 06222 7

Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).

Who makes it?

The label names Radiance (manufacturer), Ronkonkoma, NY, U.S.A.. All Radiance products.

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