Original Formula
by Greens Today · powder · 18 oz.
- Off the market since June 2018 (NIH)
- UPC 6 11049 90172 4
- DSLD label 63269
- Serving 17 g (1 scoop)
- 30 servings
Original Formula by Greens Today lists 67 ingredients, 28 with an amount per serving of 17 g, such as 5,000 IU of vitamin A, 225 mg of vitamin C, 800 IU (20 mcg) of vitamin D3 and 190 IU of vitamin E; 39 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 5 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on August 24, 2016.
What is in Original Formula?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 17 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 | 50 Calories | ||
| Calories from Fat | 5 Calories | ||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | 86% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) give more (median 1.5 g). Per day at the most servings: 1 g. |
| Total Carbohydrates | 9 g | 3% | Higher than 85% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate (median 3 g). Per day at the most servings: 18 g. |
| Sugar | 1 g | 69% of 11,807 products listing sugar give more (median 2 g). Per day at the most servings: 2 g. | |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% | 70% of 8,985 products listing protein give more (median 16 g). Per day at the most servings: 4 g. |
| Vitamin Aas Beta-CaroteneVitamin A (Form: as Beta-Carotene) | 5,000 IU | 100% | Higher than 55% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A (median 4,000 IU). Per day at the most servings: 10,000 IU. |
| Vitamin Cas Sodium AscorbateVitamin C (Form: as Sodium Ascorbate) | 225 mg | 375% | Higher than 68% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). Per day at the most servings: 450 mg. |
| Vitamin D3as Cholecalciferol | 800 IU (20 mcg) | 200% | 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-Tocopheryl Acid Succinate, Mixed TocopherolsVitamin E (Form: as D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate, and mixed Tocopherols) | 190 IU | 633% | Higher than 82% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU). Per day at the most servings: 380 IU. |
| Vitamin Kas Phytonadione | 8 mcg | 10% | 97% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 16 mcg. |
| Thiamineas Vitamin B1 | 2.5 mg | 167% | 58% of 9,830 products listing thiamin give more (median 5 mg). Per day at the most servings: 5 mg. |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 1.7 mg | 100% | 64% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin give more (median 4 mg). Per day at the most servings: 3.4 mg. |
| Niacinas NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacinamide) | 17 mg | 85% | 68% of 12,413 products listing niacin give more (median 20 mg). Per day at the most servings: 34 mg. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B6 (Form: as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 4 mg | 200% | 59% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 give more (median 6 mg). Per day at the most servings: 8 mg. |
| Folic Acid | 400 mcg | 100% | 24% of 7,022 products listing folate give more (median 400 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 800 mcg. |
| Vitamin B12as CyanocobalaminVitamin B12 (Form: as Cyanocobalamin) | 30 mcg | 500% | 51% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 60 mcg. |
| Biotin | 260 mcg | 87% | Higher than 53% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 520 mcg. |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium D-PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as Calcium D-Pantothenate) | 9 mg | 90% | 71% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) give more (median 12 mg). Per day at the most servings: 18 mg. |
| Calciumas Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, Calcium MalateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, and Calcium Malate) | 480 mg | 48% | Higher than 85% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). Per day at the most servings: 960 mg. |
| Iron | 6 mg | 33% | Higher than 55% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg). Per day at the most servings: 12 mg. |
| Phosphorusas Dipotassium PhosphatePhosphorus (Form: as Dipotassium Phosphate) | 52 mg | 5% | 68% of 3,786 products listing phosphorus give more (median 90 mg). Per day at the most servings: 104 mg. |
| Iodineas KelpIodine (Form: as Kelp) | 130 mcg | 87% | 57% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 260 mcg. |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium CitrateMagnesium (Form: as Magnesium Citrate) | 250 mg | 63% | Higher than 83% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). Per day at the most servings: 500 mg. 1.4 times the adult UL a day. |
| Zincas Zinc ChelateZinc (Form: as Zinc Glycinate Chelate) | 13 mg | 87% | Higher than 55% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). Per day at the most servings: 26 mg. |
| Seleniumas Selenium Amino Acid ChelateSelenium (Form: as Selenium Amino Acid Chelate) | 70 mcg | 100% | Higher than 52% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 140 mcg. |
| Copperas Copper GluconateCopper (Form: as Copper Gluconate) | 1.5 mg | 75% | Higher than 62% of 6,468 products listing copper (median 1 mg). Per day at the most servings: 3 mg. |
| Manganeseas Manganese ChelazomeManganese (Form: as Manganese Chelazome) | 2 mg | 100% | 38% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). Per day at the most servings: 4 mg. |
| Chromiumas Chromium PicolinateChromium (Form: as Chromium Picolinate) | 225 mcg | 188% | Higher than 89% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 450 mcg. |
| Molybdenumas Molybdenum Amino Acid ChelateMolybdenum (Form: as Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate) | 90 mcg | 120% | Higher than 85% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 180 mcg. |
| Sodiumas Sodium AscorbateSodium (Form: as Sodium Ascorbate) | 30 mg | 1% | 62% of 14,514 products listing sodium give more (median 55 mg). Per day at the most servings: 60 mg. |
| Potassiumas Dipotassium Phosphate, Potassium CitratePotassium (Form: as Potassium Citrate, and Dipotassium Phosphate) | 370 mg | 11% | Higher than 91% of 11,614 products listing potassium (median 99 mg). Per day at the most servings: 740 mg. |
| Proprietary Green Superfood Blend (Combination)Proprietary Green Superfood Blend (Combination) Note: 4 g | 4,000 mg | ||
| Spirulina | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Broccoli | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Barley | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Alfalfa | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Chlorella | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Spinach | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Kelp | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 40 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Fiber Blend (Combination)Proprietary Fiber Blend (Combination) Note: 1.29 g | 1,290 g | ||
| Flaxseed | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Rice Bran | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Apple Fiber | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Fructooligosaccharides | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Proprietary Herbal Blend (Herb/Botanical) | 490 mg | ||
| Slippery Elm | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Jerusalem Artichoke | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Maca root extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Eleuthero root extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Astragalus | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Fo-Ti | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Burdock | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pau D’Arco | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Ginger | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Dandelion | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Hawthorn | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Echinacea purpurea root extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Horsetail | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Proprietary Antioxidant Blend (Herb/Bontanical) | 225 mg | ||
| Beet | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lemon Bioflavonoids | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Rose Hips | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Acerola Cherry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Green Tea leaf extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Bilberry fruit extract | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Proprietary Immune Blend (Combination) | 120 mg | ||
| Bee Pollen | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Milk Thistle | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Shiitake Mushroom | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Reishi Mushroom | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Maitake Mushroom | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Proprietary Fruit & Vegetable Blend (Herb/Botanical) | 120 mg | ||
| Kale | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrot | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tomato | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tart Cherry | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Plant Sterols | 50 mg | 83% of 440 products listing phytosterols give more (median 400 mg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mg. | |
| Kelp extract | 25 mg | 71% of 333 products listing kelp give more (median 50 mg). Per day at the most servings: 50 mg. | |
| Vanadium Chelavite | 50 mcg | Higher than 59% of 1,744 products listing vanadium (median 25 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mcg. |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 63269 (entered August 24, 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:
- 97% of the 4,607 products that print an amount of vitamin K list more than its 8 mcg of vitamin K (median 80 mcg).
- At 2 servings a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 500 mg of magnesium, 1.4 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- Its 370 mg of potassium is higher than 91% of the 11,614 potassium products that print an amount; 986 list more.
The NIH database records 1 to 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 Original Formula's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Vegan FormulaGreens Today 61 shared, 78% alike
- Green PowerGreens Today 59 shared, 63% alike
- Soy Protein FormulaGreens Today 61 shared, 61% alike
- Green Power FormulaGreens Today · off the market 59 shared, 51% alike
- Men's FormulaGreens Today 58 shared, 51% alike
- Energy Boosters Formula Chewable Vitamins Tangy Citrus FlavorGreens Today · off the market 53 shared, 48% 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: Take Greens Today Original Formula once or twice daily on an empty stomach or with a light meal. Pour 8-12 oz. of water, juice, soy, rice or almond milk into a blender or shaker with cover. Add in one (1) level scoop (17 g) of Greens Today Powder. Cover, blend or shake well, and enjoy!
- Warnings
- Warning: Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
- If you are pregnant, nursing, sensitive to bee products, taking any medications, planning any medical procedure or have a medical condition, consult with your healthcare practitioner before use.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 63269.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Soy Lecithin, Fructose, Maltodextrin, natural Strawberry flavor, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Carob, Silica.
How many labels does Original Formula have?
4 labels are on file under this name since July 25, 2012: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 63269 (current) Entered August 24, 2016 · off the market June 22, 2018 · 18 oz. · UPC 6 11049 90172 4
- Label 37014 Entered October 27, 2014 · off the market June 22, 2018 · 4.2 ozs · UPC 6 11049 90007 9
- Label 11453 Entered February 25, 2013 · off the market October 1, 2012 · 4.2 oz. · UPC 6 11049 90007 9
- Label 11454 Entered July 25, 2012 · off the market August 1, 2014 · 18 oz. · UPC 6 11049 90172 4
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Nature's Answer (manufacturer, distributor), Hauppauge, NY. All Greens Today products.