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Metabolic Synergy

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4.9
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(26 ratings)
Vanadium 100 mcg
Vitamin A 1500 IU
Vitamin E 14 IU
Carnosine 100 mg
Taurine 300 mg
Green Tea 100 mg
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Score67
A wide metabolic nutrient blend offers several well-chosen forms, but many specialty ingredients are secondary doses. The unusually large listed chromium quantity requires verification before purchase or use.
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Quantity:180 Capsule(s) • (60 servings)
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Score 67

A wide metabolic nutrient blend offers several well-chosen forms, but many specialty ingredients are secondary doses. The unusually large listed chromium quantity requires verification before purchase or use.
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Analysis

The formula covers many metabolic-support nutrients in one serving, including alpha-lipoic acid, taurine, inositol, benfotiamine, and activated forms of vitamin B6 and B12. Chelated zinc, selenium, manganese, magnesium, and potassium add breadth, although magnesium and several specialty ingredients are present in relatively modest amounts.

Vitamin E includes natural d-alpha plus beta, delta, and gamma tocopherols, but no tocotrienols are listed. Green tea provides named EGCG and polyphenol amounts, yet the label data do not state a standardization percentage, caffeine content, or decaffeination status; carnosine and taurine are also too lightly dosed for shoppers seeking either as the main active.

Value depends on wanting the complete blend rather than one targeted ingredient. The listed chromium amount of 250 mg is highly unusual for a supplement and may reflect a data or label error, so it should be verified before use; until clarified, that uncertainty outweighs the convenience of the combined formula.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a broad multinutrient formula with added metabolic-support ingredients
  • People who prefer chelated minerals and several activated B-vitamin forms
  • Shoppers who value an all-in-one blend more than a high dose of any single specialty ingredient
Best for
  • Broad daily nutrient coverage
  • Combining alpha-lipoic acid, taurine, inositol, and benfotiamine
  • Mixed-tocopherol vitamin E support

Pros

  • Uses methylcobalamin, pyridoxal 5-phosphate, and benfotiamine alongside conventional B-vitamin forms
  • Provides alpha-lipoic acid and taurine at clearly disclosed amounts
  • Includes natural d-alpha vitamin E with beta, delta, and gamma tocopherols
  • Several minerals use named glycinate or bisglycinate chelates

Cons

  • Carnosine and taurine amounts are modest for shoppers targeting those ingredients
  • Green tea standardization and caffeine status are not disclosed
  • No tocotrienols are listed with the mixed tocopherols
  • The broad blend is less efficient for anyone seeking one primary active

Warnings

  • The supplied label data list chromium at 250 mg, an unusually large quantity; verify the original label and do not use the product until the amount is confirmed.
  • Green tea caffeine content is not disclosed, so people sensitive to stimulants cannot reliably plan timing or total caffeine intake.
  • Alpha-lipoic acid may add to the effects of glucose-lowering medicines; people using insulin or other glucose-lowering drugs should review the combination with their clinician.

Nutrient quality

62 Moderate impact

Several chelated minerals, methylcobalamin, benfotiamine, and active vitamin B6 support good ingredient quality. Uneven amounts and the exceptionally high listed chromium amount create a major dose concern.

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Ingredient transparency

80 Highest impact

Individual active amounts and many specific nutrient forms are clearly listed without a proprietary blend. Missing excipient details and limited use guidance prevent a fully transparent assessment.

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Customer satisfaction

64 Moderate impact

The aggregate rating is very strong, but the feedback volume is only moderate. No complaint-level evidence was supplied to show whether experiences are consistent or match the intended use.

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Value for money

55 Moderate impact

Premium nutrient forms and several substantial actives provide some formula value. Many featured ingredients are modestly dosed, and the serving cost is difficult to justify without confirming the questionable chromium entry.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin A (Mixed Carotenoids, Vitamin A Palmitate)
 1500 IU
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
 250 mg
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)
 200 IU
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopherol)
 14 IU
Thiamin (Benfotiamine, Thiamine Hydrochloride)
 38 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
 13 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide, Vitamin B3)
 25 mg
Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 25 mg
NatureFolate Blend
200 mcg
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
 500 mcg
Biotin (D-Biotin)
 2000 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
 25 mg
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
 37 mcg
Magnesium (Di-Magnesium Malate)
 50 mg
Zinc (Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)
 15 mg
Selenium (Selenium Glycinate)
 100 mcg
Manganese (TRAACS Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate)
 2 mg
Chromium (TRAACS Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)
 250 mg
Molybdenum (TRAACS Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate)
 50 mcg
Potassium (Potassium Glycinate Complex)
 100 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid
300 mg
Taurine
300 mg
Inositol
250 mg
Green Tea extract (EGCG, Polyphenols)
 100 mg
Carnosine
100 mg
Mixed Tocopherols (D-Alpha-Tocopherol, D-Beta-Tocopherol, D-Delta-Tocopherol, D-Gamma-Tocopherol)
 82 mg
Vanadium (TRAACS Vanadium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)
 100 mcg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
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Vanadium (TRAACS Vanadium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate) · 100 mcg OverallScore74
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The patented TRAACS chelate and 100 mcg dose create a strong combination of form quality and meaningful exposure. Elemental content is clearly stated, but the supplied label data omit manufacturing and independent testing standards. Serving value is weak even after a modest premium-form allowance.

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Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopherol) · 14 IU OverallScore56
B Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value

Natural d-alpha vitamin E supports favorable biological activity. Named gamma and delta tocopherols provide meaningful isomer diversity, though tocotrienols are absent. The amount is low for routine adult vitamin E support, while natural sourcing is favorable, but the high serving cost and lack of tocotrienols limit value.

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Vitamin A (Mixed Carotenoids, Vitamin A Palmitate) · 1500 IU OverallScore56
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

Mixed carotenoids improve the profile, though a preformed retinyl salt remains part of the blend. The dry format lacks a lipid carrier, so absorption depends on food. The 1,500 IU serving is acceptable for a multinutrient formula, and the vitamin a delivered per serving offers weak cost efficiency.

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