Dr. Mercola vs Garden of Life
Side-by-side trust score comparison based on certifications, FDA record, and transparency.
Garden of Life scores 5 points higher (75 vs 70).
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| Feature | Dr. Mercola | Garden of Life |
|---|---|---|
| Trust Score | 70/100 | 75/100 |
| Grade | B+ | B+ |
| Risk Level | MEDIUM | LOW |
| NSF Certified | ✗ | ✓ |
| USP Verified | ✗ | ✗ |
| Informed Sport | ✗ | ✗ |
| GMP Certified | ✓ | ✓ |
| Third-Party Tested | ✗ | ✓ |
| FDA Recalls | 0 | 3 |
| FDA Warning Letters | 0 | 0 |
| Adverse Events | 1 | 3 |
| Founded | 2001 | 2000 |
Dr. Mercola Certifications
GMP certification ensures manufacturing quality standards are met, but does not verify that product contents match the label through independent testing. Look for NSF, USP, or Informed Sport certifications for third-party verified products.
Garden of Life Certifications
Third-party testing means an independent laboratory has verified this product's contents, purity, and potency match what's on the label.
FDA Record
FDA Record
Dr. Mercola
Dr. Mercola has a SupplementChecker.co trust score of 60/100, which is a Grade B and indicates MEDIUM risk. Dr. Mercola is GMP Certified, but our researchers found no evidence that Dr. Mercola products are third-party tested. Consumers should be aware of this when considering Dr. Mercola products.
Full profile →Garden of Life
Garden of Life has a Trust Score of 75/100, which is a Grade of B+ and indicates a LOW risk level. Garden of Life products are NSF Certified for Sport, indicating banned substance testing. While an established brand, consumers should be aware of 3 FDA recalls on record.
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