Primal Defense
Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026
Score Breakdown
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Ingredients per Serving
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium702 systematic reviews · 3290 randomised trials | 38 mg |
| Iron561 systematic reviews · 1964 randomised trials | 2.3 mg |
| Proprietary HSO Probiotic Blend | 610 mg |
| Ionic Plant Based Minerals | 285 mg |
Certifications & Testing
Other Ingredients
Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Croscarmellose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Rice Dextrin, Vegetable Coating, Protease, Bacterial, Probiotic Cultures
Recommended Use
Suggested Use: Adults take 1 caplet 3 times per day with 8 ounces of water or juice. Best taken on an empty stomach. Begin with 1 caplet per day and gradually increase to suggested amount.
Warnings
Probiotics are cultured in dairy,which is generally consumed during the fermentation process. Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call your doctor or poison control immediately. Caution: As with any dietary supplement, consult your healthcare p
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden of Life Primal Defense's Formulate score?
Garden of Life Primal Defense scores 80 out of 100 (grade A-) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.
Is Garden of Life Primal Defense worth it?
Garden of Life Primal Defense scores 80/100 (grade A-). That puts it in Formulate's top tier: its ingredient doses, forms, and label transparency hold up against the clinical evidence, and it carries credible third-party testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.
What's in Garden of Life Primal Defense?
Each serving contains Calcium (38 mg), Iron (2.3 mg), Proprietary HSO Probiotic Blend (610 mg), Ionic Plant Based Minerals (285 mg). Serving size: 1 Caplet(s). 90 servings per container.
How do I take primal defense?
Suggested Use: Adults take 1 caplet 3 times per day with 8 ounces of water or juice. Best taken on an empty stomach. Begin with 1 caplet per day and gradually increase to suggested amount.
Who makes Primal Defense?
Primal Defense is made by Garden of Life. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Garden of Life on its brand page.
Is Garden of Life Primal Defense third-party tested?
Garden of Life lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian.
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