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Cholesterol Essentials

product on market Tablet or Pill Swanson Safety: 96/100
96/100

This product looks safe

  • Niacin: 107mg is 3.1× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)
  • Folate: 330mg is 330.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)
  • 70% of ingredients have research evidence
D Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

✨ AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · methodology

This formula contains B vitamins and Vitamin C, which support metabolic processes and cellular function. Research provides moderate evidence for the role of niacin in lipid management, though overall evidence coverage for this specific blend is limited. The profile maintains a high safety score of 96/100.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Alerts

Safety Alerts

Niacin: 107mg is 3.1× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)

Folate: 330mg is 330.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)

Label

Product Label

Label for Cholesterol Essentials
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Details

Label Data

2 Tablet(s)
Serving Size
60
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
70%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Vitamin C
500 mg (556% DV)
7 mg (583% DV)
5.8× RDA — above typical dose 76 studies (A:0, B:33)
7 mg (538% DV)
5.4× RDA — above typical dose 13 studies (A:0, B:1)
107 mg NE (669% DV)
Exceeds UL by 3.1× (UL: 35 mg) 196 studies (A:5, B:63)
7 mg (412% DV)
5.4× RDA — above typical dose (UL: 100 mg) 114 studies (A:3, B:35)
330 mcg DFE (83% DV)
Exceeds UL by 330.0× (UL: 1.0 mg) 226 studies (A:10, B:105)
200 mcg (8333% DV)
83.3× RDA — above typical dose 139 studies (A:1, B:44)
6 mcg (20% DV)
Within RDA (0.2× RDA) 27 studies (A:0, B:11)
6.2 mg (124% DV)
1.2× RDA — within safe limits 2 studies — no high-quality reviews
200 mcg (571% DV)
5.7× RDA — above typical dose 199 studies (A:1, B:55)
Commiphora mukul
500 mg
Lecithin
300 mg
Market median: 100.0mg (1 products) 42 studies (A:1, B:15)
Within RDA (0.4× RDA) 38 studies (A:1, B:7)
Market median: 500.0mg (497 products) 135 studies (A:0, B:40)
Beta-Sitosterol
50 mg
Market median: 500.0mg (283 products) 174 studies (A:0, B:62)
Market median: 125.0mg (294 products) 38 studies (A:1, B:7)
6.4 mg
Market median: 550.0mg (217 products) 29 studies (A:0, B:5)
6.4 mg
Market median: 500.0mg (9 products) 7 studies — no high-quality reviews

Other Ingredients

Silica Microcrystalline Cellulose Stearic Acid Magnesium Stearate Croscarmellose Sodium Calcium Carbonate Food Glaze
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take two tablets per day with food and water.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: For adults only.

Because chromium may enhance insulin sensitivity and affect glucose levels, diabetics and hypoglycemics should consult their healthcare providers before using this product. Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Contains soy.

Formulation Notes

Because chromium may enhance insulin sensitivity and affect glucose levels, diabetics and hypoglycemics should consult their healthcare providers before using this product.

Contains soy.

Additional Information

Supports healthy blood lipid levels Supports cardiovascular health May help support healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range Science-Backed Quality Since 1969

Store in a cool, dry place.

Cardiovascular health 20 select ingredients

SWC005 Rev 1 10 11 18

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 87614 07005 6
DSLD Entry Date2019-05-28
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormTablet or Pill
BrandSwanson
DSLD ID203265
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

371
Research Sources
54
Avg Quality
148
Meta Analysis
82
Systematic Review
71
Rct
62
Clinical Trial
2
Regulatory Source
1
Cochrane Review
1
Narrative Review
1
Other
1
Openfda Safety
A Vitamin C supplementation in pregnancy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin C supplementation for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin C for preventing and treating the common cold
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin C for preventing and treating pneumonia
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin E supplementation in pregnancy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin C supplementation for prevention and treatment of pneumonia
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin C supplementation for prevention and treatment of pneumonia
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
A Nutritional interventions for preventing and treating pressure ulcers
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024 PubMed DOI
A Does Vitamin C Supplementation Provide a Protective Effect in Periodontal Health? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis International journal of molecular sciences 2024 PubMed DOI
A Circulating vitamin C concentration and risk of cancers: a Mendelian randomization study
Meta Analysis BMC medicine 2021 PubMed DOI
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