Special Two contains the following: Beta Carotene, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B-6, Folic Acid, Vitamin B-12, Biotin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Iodine, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, Manganese, Chromium, Molybdenum, Potassium, Choline, Inositol, PABA, Boron, Vanadium, Spirulina, Algae, Barley Grass, Alfalfa Juice, Octocosanol, Green Tea, Milk Thistle, Lipase, Rutin, Citrus Bioflavonoids, Rutin, Apple Pectin, Papain, Bromelain, Amylase, Chlorophyll, Lutein, Lycopene, Alpha Lipoic Acid.

Bioflavonoids are natural substances found in plants, fruits, vegetables, nuts, bark, and buckwheat. They help to prevent bruising and intensify the effect of vitamin C. In fact, vitamin C would be almost useless in the body without bioflavonoids. Citrus Bioflavonoids are sometimes considered vitamins because they possess many of the same properties as vitamins, and are sometimes referred to as vitamin P. They provide natural antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, and antioxidant properties, and have been used to help alleviate symptoms related to allergies and respiratory conditions. Women may be particularly interested to learn that citrus bioflavonoids have been shown to reduce the appearance of varicose and spider veins.

As previously discussed, this product is likely to appeal to consumers who are intrigued by exotic-sounding ingredients like Spirulina and Papaya. However, we were disappointed that Special Two seems to be missing one very important ingredient: an absorption enhancer. Consumers may be surprised to learn that as much as 85% of the nutrients in the average supplement simply pass through the body unutilized. Fortunately, this can easily be prevented by choosing a product that contains an advanced ingredient like 2-AEP, which has been shown to increase nutrient absorption by about 8 times the normal rate.

• Quite affordable at $4.00 for a 15-day supply

• Website does not post a detailed list of ingredients
• Does not contain 2-AEP
• No free trial sample available
• Website does not post testimonials

Consumers may choose Special Two believing that it contains twice the nutrients of an all-in-one multivitamin. Unfortunately, research has shown that many individuals are simply fully benefiting from all of the vitamins and minerals listed on the label of their supplement. This is why it is important to look for a product that contains an absorption enhancer.

For added reassurance, we also recommend that consumers look for a manufacturer that posts testimonials on its website, as well as offers free trial samples. This allows shoppers the chance to test-drive a particular product in order to see if it suits their lifestyle before making a firm commitment. Unfortunately, NOW’s Special Two does not post testimonials or offer free trial samples.