Macro Greens
by MacroLife Naturals · powder · 4 ounces
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 8 52434 00112 8
- DSLD label 292754
- Serving 9.4 g (1 Packet (1 Tbsp))
- 12 servings
Macro Greens by MacroLife Naturals lists 51 ingredients, 19 with an amount per serving of 9.4 g, such as 100 IU of vitamin E, 475 mg of vitamin C, 3 mcg of vitamin B12 and 17 mg of calcium; 32 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 8 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on September 25, 2023.
What is in Macro Greens?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 9.4 g. 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 | 40 Calories | ||
| Calories from Fat | 15 Calories | ||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | 44% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) give more (median 1.5 g). |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6 g | 2% | Higher than 73% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate (median 3 g). |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 5% | 56% of 6,987 products listing fiber give more (median 2 g). |
| Sugar | 2 g | 48% of 11,807 products listing sugar give more (median 2 g). | |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% | 77% of 8,985 products listing protein give more (median 16 g). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopherol Succinate | 100 IU | 330% | Higher than 71% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU). |
| Vitamin C | 475 mg | 790% | Higher than 81% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin B12as Methylcobalamin | 3 mcg | 50% | 87% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Citrate | 17 mg | 2% | 94% of 17,831 products listing calcium give more (median 115 mg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium Glycinate | 3 mg | 1% | 98% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | 56% of 14,514 products listing sodium give more (median 55 mg). |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | 73% of 6,910 products listing iron give more (median 5 mg). |
| Vitamin A | 450 IU | 8% | 92% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A give more (median 4,000 IU). |
| Nutrient Rich Super Food Blend | 1,735 mg | ||
| Barley Grass Juice, PowderCertified organic | 1,250 mg | Higher than 84% of 328 products listing barley (median 312 mg). | |
| Spirulina, PowderCertified organic | 300 mg | 55% of 709 products listing blue-green algae give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Chlorella | 100 mg | 65% of 526 products listing chlorella give more (median 300 mg). | |
| Spinach, PowderCertified organic | 83 mg | 61% of 216 products listing spinach give more (median 125 mg). | |
| Policosinol | 2 mg | 96% of 223 products listing policosanol give more (median 10 mg). | |
| Non-Dairy Probiotic Cultures | Min. Organisms (at MFG) 18 billion Units | ||
| Lactobacillus acidophilus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactobacillus rhamnosus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactobacillus bulgaricus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bifidobacterium breve | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bifidobacterium longum | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Antioxidant Proprietary Blend | 1,490 mg | ||
| Acerola Cherry Extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Acerola, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Citrus Bioflavonoidsas Grapefruit, Lemon, Orange | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Milk Thistle Seed Extractas Silymarin80% silymarin | 35 mg | 92% of 1,277 products listing milk thistle give more (median 175 mg). | |
| Green Tea Leaf Extractas Polyphenols60% polyphenols | 30 mg | 84% of 2,595 products listing green tea give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Grape Seed Extractas Proanthocyanidins95% Proanthocyanidins | 30 mg | 65% of 1,900 products listing grape give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Rutin | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extractas Ginkgo Flavone Glycosides, Terpene Lactones24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Adaptogenic & Metabolic Herbs Proprietary Blend | 2,808 mg | ||
| Soy Lecithin | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 29 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raspberry, PowderCertified organic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Horsetail powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Licorice, Powder | 55 mg | 60% of 888 products listing licorice give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Ginger, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Parsley, PowderCertified organic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Eleuthero, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Suma powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Astragalus, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Echinacea angustifolia root extractas Echinacosides5% echinacosides | 35 mg | 82% of 199 products listing echinacea angustifolia give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Damiana, Powder | 35 mg | 83% of 198 products listing damiana give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Natural Fibers Proprietary Blend | 1,225 mg | ||
| Apple Pectin Cellulose, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Apple fruit powderas Fiber | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Flaxseed MealCertified organic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Harmonizing & Support Herbs Proprietary Blend | 1,480 mg | ||
| Aloe vera, Powder | 600 mg | Higher than 90% of 523 products listing aloe (median 51 mg). | |
| Watercress, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrot, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Yucca root powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Red Beet root powderCertified organic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Stevia ExtractCertified organic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Dulse | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Prickly Pear, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Natural Plant Enzymes Proprietary Blend | 200 mg | ||
| Protease | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cellulase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Amylase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lipase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactase | in the blend, no amount given |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 292754 (entered September 25, 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:
- 94% of the 17,831 products that print an amount of calcium list more than its 17 mg of calcium (median 115 mg).
- 98% of the 14,003 products that print an amount of magnesium list more than its 3 mg of magnesium (median 86 mg).
- 92% of the 5,772 products that print an amount of vitamin A list more than its 450 IU of vitamin A (median 4,000 IU).
- 96% of the 223 products that print an amount of policosanol list more than its 2 mg of policosinol (filed by NIH under policosanol) (median 10 mg).
- 92% of the 1,277 products that print an amount of milk thistle list more than its 35 mg of milk thistle (median 175 mg).
- Its 600 mg of aloe is higher than 90% of the 523 aloe products that print an amount; 47 list more.
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 Macro Greens's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Macro Coco GreensMacroLife Naturals 32 shared, 49% alike
- Royal Greens Original BlendNew Vitality 35 shared, 44% alike
- Superfood Greens Natural Cinnamon SwirlNutriRise Adaptozen 32 shared, 41% alike
- California GreensCalifornia Natural · off the market 33 shared, 38% alike
- Orange OxiMega Greens Spearmint FlavorControlled Labs 34 shared, 37% alike
- Miracle RedsMacroLife Naturals 35 shared, 37% 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: Mix contents of packet into 10-12 ounces of your favorite non-citrus juice, water, smoothie or protein shake. For best taste mix into 3/4 filtered water and 1/4 apple juice. Enjoy daily!
- Warnings
- Contains: Soy
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- There are no: GMO's Fillers Sugar Added Wheat/Gluten Preservatives Artificial Colors/Flavors
- Gluten Free Non GMO
- Gluten-Free
Source: label statements in DSLD label 292754.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Natural Flavors.
How many labels does Macro Greens have?
12 labels are on file under this name since May 24, 2017: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 292754 (current) Entered September 25, 2023 · on the market · 4 ounces · UPC 8 52434 00112 8
- Label 292751 Entered September 25, 2023 · on the market · 10 ounces · UPC 0 54139 90900 0
- Label 292753 Entered July 18, 2023 · on the market · 30 ounces · UPC 0 54139 90801 0
- Label 292750 Entered July 18, 2023 · on the market · 0.3 ounces · UPC 8 52434 00101 2
- Label 288258 Entered July 18, 2023 · on the market · 4 ounces · UPC 8 52434 00132 6
- Label 292752 Entered June 22, 2023 · on the market · 20 ounces · UPC 8 52434 00172 2
- Label 288257 Entered March 22, 2023 · on the market · 2 ounces · UPC 0 54139 90700 6
- Label 74209 Entered May 24, 2017 · off the market April 28, 2022 · 12 packets · UPC 8 52434 00112 8
- Label 74206 Entered May 24, 2017 · off the market April 28, 2022 · 30 ozs · UPC 0 54139 90801 0
- Label 74203 Entered May 24, 2017 · off the market April 28, 2022 · 20 ozs · UPC 8 52434 00172 2
- Label 74184 Entered May 24, 2017 · off the market April 28, 2022 · 10 ozs · UPC 0 54139 90900 0
- Label 74159 Entered May 24, 2017 · off the market April 28, 2022 · 2 ozs · UPC 0 54139 90700 6
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names MacroLife Naturals Inc. (distributor), Culver City, CA. All MacroLife Naturals products.