Men
by Garden of Life Vitamin Code · capsule · 120 vegetarian capsules
- On the market (NIH)
- DSLD label 297619
- Serving 2 capsules
- 30 servings
Men by Garden of Life Vitamin Code lists 62 ingredients, 23 with an amount per serving of 2 capsules, such as 1,080 mcg of vitamin A, 90 mg of vitamin C, 20 mcg (800 IU) of vitamin D and 15 mg of vitamin E; 1 gives its count of live cultures or enzyme activity instead of a weight; 38 sit inside a blend without their own amounts. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on January 24, 2024.
What is in Men?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 2 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 D3800 IU | 20 mcg (800 IU) | 100% | Higher than 51% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 40 mcg. |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopherol | 15 mg | 100% | |
| Vitamin Kas Vitamin 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 Saccharomyces 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 Saccharomyces 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 Saccharomyces 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 | 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 Saccharomyces 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 Saccharomyces 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 Saccharomyces 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 | ||
| Lycopenefrom fermented 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 Saccharomyces cerevisiae | 1 mg | 42% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). Per day at the most servings: 2 mg. | |
| Vanadiumas Saccharomyces 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 | 560 mg | ||
| Apple, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Beet, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Broccoli, Rawas Broccoli, Raw, Broccoli, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrot, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Spinach, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tomato, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Strawberry, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tart Cherry, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blackberry, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Bell Pepper, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Brussels Sprout, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Ginger, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blueberry, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Garlic, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Onion, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Raspberry, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 25 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsley, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cauliflower, Rawas Cauliflower, Raw, Cauliflower, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Red Cabbage, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Kale, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cucumber, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Celery, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Asparagus, Rawas Asparagus, Raw, Asparagus, RawOrganic | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Raw Probiotic & Enzyme Blend | 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 | ||
| Papain | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Peptidase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pectinase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Hemicellulase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Xylanase | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lactobacillusas Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus plantarum | 500 Million CFU | ||
| Raw Antioxidant & Immune Support Complex | 10 mg | ||
| Glutathioneas Saccharomyces cerevisiae | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Coenzyme Q-10from fermented media | in the blend, no amount given |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 297619 (entered January 24, 2024), 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 Men's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- 50 & Wiser WomenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 59 shared, 90% alike
- FamilyGarden of Life Vitamin Code 59 shared, 90% alike
- WomenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 59 shared, 89% alike
- 50 & Wiser MenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 59 shared, 86% alike
- Raw One for WomenGarden of Life Vitamin Code 54 shared, 82% alike
- RAW One For MenGarden Of Life 54 shared, 78% 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 taken 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.
- 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.
- Manufactured in a facility that also processes soy, dairy, peanut, tree nuts and shellfish.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- 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 297619.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Potato Starch, Cellulose, 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; Certified B Corporations We buy 100% Certified Renewable Energy Green-e; Star-K (Kosher). 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 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 297619 (current) Entered January 24, 2024 · on the market · 120 vegetarian capsules
- Label 297620 Entered December 14, 2023 · on the market · 240 vegetarian capsules
- Label 288344 Entered April 21, 2023 · on the market · 240 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11419 6
- Label 274909 Entered January 23, 2023 · on the market · 120 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11368 7
- Label 275411 Entered December 13, 2022 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 240 vegetarian capsules · UPC 6 58010 11419 6
- Label 236864 Entered September 25, 2020 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 240 vegetarian capsules
- Label 236720 Entered September 25, 2020 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 120 vegetarian capsules
- Label 67327 Entered December 23, 2016 · off the market July 27, 2023 · 120 vegetarian capsules
- Label 29416 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market November 24, 2014 · 120 UltraZorbe(TM) Vegetarian Capsules · UPC 6 58010 11368 7
- Label 29405 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market September 20, 2019 · 240 UltraZorbe(TM) Vegetarian Capsules · UPC 6 58010 11419 6
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.