Green Source
by Good 'N Natural · tablet or pill · 120 tablets
- Off the market since May 2016 (NIH)
- UPC 0 74312 46222 1
- DSLD label 58077
- Serving 3 tablets
- 40 servings
Green Source by Good 'N Natural lists 76 ingredients, 34 with an amount per serving of 3 tablets, such as 2,500 IU of vitamin A, 120 mg of vitamin C, 2,000 IU (50 mcg) of vitamin D and 30 IU of vitamin E; 42 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 3 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on April 22, 2016.
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).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calories | ||
| Total Carbohydrates | 2 g | 1% | 58% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate give more (median 3 g). |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | 56% of 6,987 products listing fiber give more (median 2 g). |
| Vitamin Aas Beta-CaroteneVitamin A (Form: as Beta-Carotene) | 2,500 IU | 50% | 59% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A give more (median 4,000 IU). |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid | 120 mg | 200% | Higher than 51% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das ErgocalciferolVitamin D (Form: as Ergocalciferol) | 2,000 IU (50 mcg) | 500% | Higher than 81% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl AcetateVitamin E (Form: as D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) | 30 IU | 100% | 44% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E give more (median 30 IU). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B1Thiamin (Form: as Thiamin Mononitrate) (Alt. Name: Vitamin B-1) | 25 mg | 1,667% | Higher than 72% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 25 mg | 1,471% | Higher than 75% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacinamide) | 25 mg | 125% | Higher than 56% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B-6 (Form: as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 25 mg | 1,250% | Higher than 76% 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) | 500 mcg | 8,333% | Higher than 82% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotinas D-BiotinBiotin (Form: as D-Biotin) | 1,000 mcg | 333% | Higher than 84% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 30 mg | 300% | Higher than 66% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium CarbonateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Carbonate) | 50 mg | 5% | 72% of 17,831 products listing calcium give more (median 115 mg). |
| Ironas Ferrous FumarateIron (Form: as Ferrous Fumarate) | 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). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium OxideMagnesium (Form: as Magnesium Oxide) | 25 mg | 6% | 77% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc PicolinateZinc (Form: as Zinc Picolinate) | 10 mg | 67% | 51% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-SelenomethionineSelenium (Form: as L-Selenomethionine) | 25 mcg | 36% | 75% of 7,658 products listing selenium give more (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Cupric GluconateCopper (Form: as Cupric Gluconate) | 0.5 mg | 25% | 68% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese GluconateManganese (Form: as Manganese Gluconate) | 2 mg | 100% | 38% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium PicolinateChromium (Form: as Chromium Picolinate) | 100 mcg | 83% | 47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium MolybdateMolybdenum (Form: as Sodium Molybdate) | 51 mcg | 68% | Higher than 59% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg). |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 1% | 78% of 14,514 products listing sodium give more (median 55 mg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium GluconatePotassium (Form: as Potassium Gluconate) | 30 mg | 1% | 83% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| Cholineas Choline BitartrateCholine (Form: as Choline Bitartrate) | 10 mg | 2%* | 80% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Inositol | 10 mg | 72% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). | |
| Boronas Sodium BorateBoron (Form: as Sodium Borate) | 1 mg | 42% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Dna | 1 mg | 63% of 78 products listing DNA give more (median 2.3 mg). | |
| Rna | 1 mg | 86% of 159 products listing RNA give more (median 20 mg). | |
| Lutein | 10 mcg | 99% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| FlaxseedFlaxseed Note: contains | 100 mg | 58% of 359 products listing flax give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 12 mg | 99% of 2,714 products listing omega-3 give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 4 mg | 97% of 421 products listing omega-6 give more (median 140 mg). | |
| Citrus Bio Complex | 50 mg | 46% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complexas Citrus spp. | no amount given | ||
| Hesperidin Complexas Citrus spp. | no amount given | ||
| Rutin | no amount given |
Show the other 46 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quercetin | no amount given | ||
| Green Source Proprietary Enzyme Blend | 50 mg | ||
| PapainPapain (Form: Papaya Enzyme) | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Betaine Hydrochloride | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bromelainas PineappleBromelain (Form: from Pineapple) | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Amylase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Source Probiotic Blend | 25 mg | ||
| L. acidophilus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| L. brevis | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| L. bulgaricus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Source Green and Whole Food Blend | 500 mg | ||
| Chlorella | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Apple Pectin | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Spirulina | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Source Herb Blend | 100 mg | ||
| Garlic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Echinacea | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Ginger | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Milk Thistle extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cayenne | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Goldenseal | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Source Vegetable Blend | 100 mg | ||
| Broccoli | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cabbage {extract} | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Brussels Sprout {extract} | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cauliflower {extract} | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Parsley powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Beet root powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrot powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Asparagus powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Source Fruit Blend | 100 mg | ||
| Grapefruit extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Apple powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Peach | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Strawberry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Acai extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cranberry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bilberry extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pomegranate extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pineapple | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Noni powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Source Mushroom Blend | 50 mg | ||
| Shiitake | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Maitake | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Reishi | in 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 58077 (entered April 22, 2016), 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:
- 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).
- 86% of the 159 products that print an amount of RNA list more than its 1 mg of rna (filed by NIH under RNA) (median 20 mg).
- 99% of the 2,493 products that print an amount of lutein list more than its 0.01 mg of lutein (median 3 mg).
- 99% of the 2,714 products that print an amount of omega-3 list more than its 12 mg of omega-3 (median 500 mg).
- 97% of the 421 products that print an amount of omega-6 list more than its 4 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.
- Iron Free Green SourceGood 'N Natural · off the market 76 shared, 97% alike
- Phytotality Daily Greens FormulaPhysioLogics · off the market 76 shared, 96% alike
- Multi Vitamins & Minerals Iron FreeVitamin World Green Source 75 shared, 94% alike
- Concentrated Whole Food MultivitaminSundown Naturals 75 shared, 76% alike
- Whole Food MultivitaminBioSource Labs 75 shared, 76% alike
- Whole Food Multivitamin Plus with IronSupplements Studio 66 shared, 76% 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
- Directions: For adults, take three (3) tablets daily, preferably with a meal.
- Warnings
- WARNING: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications, planning any medical or surgical procedure or have any medical condition, 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.
- Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.
- Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
- 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.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- No Gluten, No Wheat, No Milk or Milk Derivatives, No Lactose, No Egg, No Fish, No Sugar, No Preservatives, No Artificial Color, No Artificial Flavor.
- Storage
- Store unopened container at room temperature.
- Refrigerate after opening.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 58077.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Silica, Contains Less Than 2% of.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Vegetarian Vegan Formula Guaranteed Quality Laboratory Tested.
How many labels does Green Source have?
2 labels are on file under this name since July 25, 2012: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 58077 (current) Entered April 22, 2016 · off the market May 10, 2016 · 120 tablets · UPC 0 74312 46222 1
- Label 10979 Entered July 25, 2012 · off the market February 5, 2016 · 120 tablets · UPC 0 74312 46222 1
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Good 'N Natural Manufacturing Corp. (manufacturer), Ronkonkoma, NY. All Good 'N Natural products.