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Goldenseal Root 125 mg

1 Capsule · 120 servings · $0.25/serving

27 / 100Poor

Score Breakdown

Formulation
31
Safety
87
Final score
27/100

Ingredients (2)

Goldenseal root extract

50%

Dose

125 mg

Target

250–1000 mg

Form

Goldenseal root 4:1 extract

37%

Dose

93 mg

Target

250–1000 mg

Form

Other Ingredients (5)

MaltodextrinBinder

Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.

Silicon DioxideAnti-caking

Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping

Calcium CarbonateBuffer

Common calcium salt used as a buffering agent, filler, or mineral fortification in supplements

GelatinCapsule

Protein derived from collagen, used in traditional capsule shells

Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder

Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements

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Sources & Scoring

Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.

The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.