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Green Source

by Puritan's Pride · other (e.g. tea bag) · 60 coated caplets

  • On the market (NIH)
  • UPC 0 74312 16220 6
  • DSLD label 285027
  • Serving 3 caplets
  • 20 servings

Green Source by Puritan's Pride lists 59 ingredients, 27 with an amount per serving of 3 caplets, such as 750 mcg of vitamin A, 120 mg of vitamin C, 50 mcg (2,000 IU) of vitamin D and 13.5 mg of vitamin E; 32 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 2 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on May 24, 2023.

What is in Green Source?

Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 3 caplets. 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 285027, January 2026 release)
IngredientAmount% DVAmong products listing it
Calories5 Calories
Total Carbohydrates1 g1%Carbohydrate in Green Source against 21,979 products1 g per serving; the middle half of products list 1 g to 6 g, the median 3 g.1 g

74% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate give more (median 3 g).

Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene750 mcg83%
Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid120 mg133%Vitamin C in Green Source against 18,583 products120 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 60 mg to 270 mg, the median 100 mg.DV 90 mgUL 2,000 mg120 mg

Higher than 51% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg).

Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol2,000 IU50 mcg (2,000 IU)250%Vitamin D in Green Source against 14,175 products50 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mcg to 25 mcg, the median 15 mcg.DV 20 mcgUL 100 mcg50 mcg

Higher than 81% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg).

Vitamin Eas DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate13.5 mg90%
Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B125 mg2,083%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 mg1,923%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).

Niacinas Niacinamide25 mg156%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 B6as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride25 mg1,471%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 Acid666 mcg DFE167%
Folic Acid400 mcg
Vitamin B12as Cyanocobalamin500 mcg20,833%Vitamin B12 in Green Source against 14,425 products500 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 6 mcg to 200 mcg, the median 36 mcg.DV 2.4 mcg500 mcg

Higher than 82% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg).

Biotinas D-Biotin1,000 mcg3,333%Biotin in Green Source against 9,447 products1,000 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mcg to 300 mcg, the median 200 mcg.DV 30 mcg1,000 mcg

Higher than 84% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg).

Pantothenic Acidas Calcium D-Pantothenate30 mg600%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).

Cholineas Choline Bitartrate10 mg2%Choline in Green Source against 4,738 products10 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 18 mg to 100 mg, the median 40 mg.DV 550 mgUL 3,500 mg10 mg

80% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg).

Calciumas Calcium Carbonate120 mg9%Calcium in Green Source against 17,831 products120 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 252 mg, the median 115 mg.DV 1,300 mgUL 2,500 mg120 mg

Higher than 51% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg).

Ironas Ferrous Fumarate18 mg100%Iron in Green Source against 6,910 products18 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.2 mg to 18 mg, the median 5 mg.DV 18 mgUL 45 mg18 mg

Higher than 74% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg).

Iodineas Potassium Iodide150 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).

Magnesiumas Magnesium Oxide25 mg6%Magnesium in Green Source against 14,003 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 30 mg to 200 mg, the median 86 mg.UL 350 mgDV 420 mg25 mg

77% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg).

Zincas Zinc Gluconate10 mg91%Zinc in Green Source against 13,186 products10 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 5 mg to 15 mg, the median 11 mg.DV 11 mgUL 40 mg10 mg

51% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg).

Seleniumas L-Selenomethionine25 mcg45%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).

Copperas Cupric Gluconate0.5 mg56%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).

Manganeseas Manganese Gluconate2 mg87%Manganese in Green Source against 7,016 products2 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1 mg to 3.92 mg, the median 2 mg.DV 2.3 mgUL 11 mg2 mg

38% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg).

Chromiumas Chromium Chloride1,000 mcg2,857%Chromium in Green Source against 7,825 products1,000 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 45 mcg to 200 mcg, the median 100 mcg.DV 35 mcg1,000 mcg

Higher than 98% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg).

Molybdenumas Sodium Molybdate51 mcg113%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).

Sodium10 mg1%Sodium in Green Source against 14,514 products10 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 15 mg to 142 mg, the median 55 mg.10 mg

78% of 14,514 products listing sodium give more (median 55 mg).

Potassiumas Potassium Gluconate30 mg1%Potassium in Green Source against 11,614 products30 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 190 mg, the median 99 mg.DV 4,700 mg30 mg

83% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg).

Inositol10 mgInositol in Green Source against 4,042 products10 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mg to 80 mg, the median 30 mg.10 mg

72% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg).

Chia100 mgChia in Green Source against 60 products100 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 200 mg to 1,156 mg, the median 500 mg.100 mg

77% of 60 products listing chia give more (median 500 mg).

Citrus Bio Complex Blend50 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complexas Citrusin the blend, no amount given
Quercetinin the blend, no amount given
Hesperidin Complexas Citrusin the blend, no amount given
Green Source Digestive Enzyme Blend50 mg
Papainas Carica papayain the blend, no amount given
Betaine Hydrochloridein the blend, no amount given
Bromelainas Ananas comosusin the blend, no amount given
Green Source Green and Whole Food Blend520 mg
Chlorellain the blend, no amount given
Show the other 29 rows of the label
Green Source: rows 41 to 69
IngredientAmount% DVAmong products listing it
Apple Pectinin the blend, no amount given
Spirulinain the blend, no amount given
Green Source Herb Blend100 mg
Cayennein the blend, no amount given
Echinaceain the blend, no amount given
Garlicin the blend, no amount given
Gingerin the blend, no amount given
Milk Thistle seed extractin the blend, no amount given
Green Source Powdered Vegetable Blend205 mg
Beet, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Broccoli, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Brussels Sprout, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Cabbage, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Carrot, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Cauliflower, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Kale, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Parsley, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Spinach, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Green Source Powdered Fruit Blend100 mg
Grapefruit powderin the blend, no amount given
Acai Fruit Extract, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Apple, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Bilberry, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Cranberry, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Noni powderin the blend, no amount given
Pear powderin the blend, no amount given
Pineapple powderin the blend, no amount given
Pomegranate, Powderin the blend, no amount given
Strawberry, Powderin the blend, no amount given

Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 285027 (entered May 24, 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:

  • Its 1,000 mcg of chromium is higher than 98% of the 7,825 chromium products that print an amount; 76 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 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) caplets daily, preferably with a meal.
Warnings
Contains bioengineered food ingredients.
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, or are planning to undergo any clinical lab testing, consult your doctor before use. Some supplements may interact with certain medications and/or interfere with certain lab tests.
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.
Storage
Store unopened container at room temperature.
Refrigerate after opening.

Source: label statements in DSLD label 285027.

What else is on the label?

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Maltodextrin, Silica, Triacetin, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid.

Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): QA Quality Assured.

How many labels does Green Source have?

7 labels are on file under this name since March 24, 2017: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.

  1. Label 285027 (current) Entered May 24, 2023 · on the market · 60 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16220 6
  2. Label 242433 Entered January 22, 2021 · on the market · 240 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16224 4
  3. Label 242426 Entered January 22, 2021 · on the market · 120 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16222 0
  4. Label 238935 Entered December 26, 2020 · off the market July 16, 2024 · 60 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16220 6
  5. Label 71882 Entered March 24, 2017 · off the market November 6, 2020 · 240 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16224 4
  6. Label 71877 Entered March 24, 2017 · off the market November 6, 2020 · 120 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16222 0
  7. Label 71859 Entered March 24, 2017 · off the market September 25, 2020 · 60 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 16220 6

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

Who makes it?

The label names Puritan's Pride, Inc. (manufacturer), Ronkonkoma, NY, U.S.A.. All Puritan's Pride products.

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