Earth Source Multi-Nutrient

Earth Source Multi-Nutrient

Solgar4.8 (130 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 90 Tablet(s) · 30 servings
Goals
$24.32 $0.81 per serving

Product analysis

44 out of 100

Earth Source Multi-Nutrient may help fill dietary gaps across a broad range of vitamins and minerals. Undisclosed blend contents make it harder to judge what the many added ingredients contribute.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality45

Several named forms, including zinc picolinate and the natural vitamin E form, have favorable quality characteristics. Other forms are unspecified or cannot be compared confidently, while the mixed calcium forms have unknown proportions.

Ingredient Transparency64

Ingredient amounts are stated, but more than half of the forms are not identified. Blend contents and some differing declarations also leave individual contributions unclear.

Value For Money33

The available comparisons suggest limited value for many individual nutrients when each is considered against the cost of a full serving. Several other ingredient contributions remain too uncertain for a confident value judgment.

Customer Satisfaction74

Customer ratings are very positive. The smaller review count gives a narrower view of satisfaction than a product with many more reviews.

Product Focus0

The very broad formula covers many nutritional aims, making its purpose less focused. Its clearest use is filling dietary shortfalls, while undisclosed blend contents prevent a complete view of the active ingredients.

Format
Tablet
Container
90 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.81
Customer rating
4.8 · 130 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
High effect
D- Ingredient FitC PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 50 mcgVitamin D · 400 IUZinc · 15 mgIron · 18 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 4 studies
Copper Adverse 4 studies
Folate Mixed 15 studies
Iodine No effect 1 study
Iron Disputed 25 studies
Niacin Disputed 2 studies
Selenium Disputed 7 studies
Vitamin A Disputed 13 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Vitamin E No effect 3 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies
Skin Health
Impact
Moderate effect
D- Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA Formulation Logic
Zinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 1000 mgCopper · 0.5 mgSelenium · 25 mcgVitamin E · 250 IU
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 10 studies
Copper Supportive 16 studies
Niacin Supportive 61 studies
Selenium Supportive 22 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 106 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 38 studies
Zinc Supportive 66 studies
Immunity
Impact
High effect
D Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 125 mgVitamin C · 1000 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin A · 15000 IUVitamin D · 400 IUSelenium · 25 mcg
Study evidence
Bromelain Not classified 1 study
Iron Supportive 23 studies
Magnesium Supportive 8 studies
Selenium Mixed 37 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 107 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 85 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 21 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Impact
Highest effect
C Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 400 mcgVitamin B12 · 250 mcgVitamin D · 400 IUMagnesium · 125 mgSelenium · 25 mcgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 1000 mg
Study evidence
Bromelain Supportive 11 studies
Folate Supportive 80 studies
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 115 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Impact
Moderate effect
F Ingredient FitC PathwaysA- EvidenceA Formulation Logic
Zinc · 15 mgVitamin E · 250 IUVitamin C · 1000 mgcarotenoids · 172 mcgCopper · 0.5 mgVitamin A · 15000 IU
Study evidence
Copper Supportive 7 studies
Riboflavin Supportive 69 studies
Rutin Not classified 1 study
Selenium Supportive 15 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 65 studies
Vitamin C Disputed 24 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 35 studies
Vitamin E Disputed 35 studies
Zinc Supportive 39 studies
Impact
Moderate effect
D+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 400 IUVitamin B5 · 2.5 mgMagnesium · 125 mgRiboflavin · 2.5 mgThiamin · 2.5 mgVitamin B12 · 250 mcgIron · 18 mgPotassium · 50 mg
Study evidence
Iodine Adverse 3 studies
Iron Supportive 74 studies
Magnesium Supportive 4 studies
Potassium Supportive 2 studies
Thiamin Disputed 12 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 32 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
5 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
15000 IU 70
Vitamin C (Calcium Ascorbate)
1000 mg 73
Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol, Vitamin D2)
400 IU 33
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate)
250 IU 60
Thiamine (Thiamine Mononitrate)
25 mg 65
Riboflavin
25 mg 60
Niacin (Niacinamide)
25 mg 65
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
25 mg 75
Folic Acid
400 mcg 50
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
250 mcg 29
Biotin
50 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
25 mg 61
Calcium (Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, Calcium D-Pantothenate)
250 mg 58
Iron (Iron Bisglycinate Chelate)
18 mg 69
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
150 mcg 90
Magnesium (Magnesium Citrate, Magnesium Oxide)
125 mg
Zinc (Zinc Picolinate)
15 mg 80
Selenium (L-Selenomethionine)
25 mcg
Copper (Copper Gluconate)
0.5 mg 41
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate)
4 mg 76
Chromium (Chromium Picolinate)
100 mcg 47
Molybdenum (Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate)
50 mcg 50
Sodium
25 mg
Potassium (Potassium Chloride)
50 mg
Spirulina
1 Gram(s)
Blend
200 mg
Chlorella
100 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex
100 mg
dry Wheat Grass powder
100 mg
dry sprouted Barley powder
100 mg
Active Herbal Blend
112 mg
Rutin
50 mg 75
Apple Pectin
25 mg
Inositol
25 mg
Oat Fiber
25 mg
Quercetin Dihydrate
25 mg
Choline (Choline Bitartrate)
21 mg 50
Betaine (Betaine HCl)
20 mg
Bromelain (Pineapple)
20 mg 53
Papain (from Papaya)
20 mg 64
dehydrated Garlic powder
10 mg
Hesperidin Complex
10 mg
Amylase
5 mg
L-Glutathione
5 mg
Lipase
5 mg
Chlorophyllin
4 mg
Cellulase
2.5 mg
Cocarboxylase
2.5 mg 65
Pantethine
2.5 mg 61
Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate
2.5 mg 75
Riboflavin 5-Phosphate
2.5 mg 60
Boron Complex (Boron Aspartate, Boron Citrate, Boron Glycinate Chelate)
1 mg
Carotenoid Mix
172 mcg
Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
The serving provides 150 mcg iodine at a higher cost per serving. The iodine comes from potassium iodide.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The iodine comes from potassium iodide. No marine source is indicated, so seaweed-specific purity concerns do not apply to the stated source.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
The iodine comes from potassium iodide.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
No marine source is indicated, so seaweed-specific purity concerns do not apply to the stated source.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The serving provides 150 mcg iodine, an amount suited to daily thyroid maintenance. The 150 mcg per serving is below the adult upper intake level of 1,100 mcg.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
The serving provides 150 mcg iodine, an amount suited to daily thyroid maintenance.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
The 150 mcg per serving is below the adult upper intake level of 1,100 mcg.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The iodine amount per serving is stated.

Value50

The cost per serving is higher.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is higher.
A+ Ingredient Form & Label QualityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
25 mg of B6 per serving exceeds the European adult upper limit of 12 mg per day; total daily intake may be higher. The cost per amount of B6 is moderate. The B6 comes from Pyridoxine Hydrochloride and Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate; their proportions are unknown.
How this ingredient is rated

Ingredient Form & Label Quality100

The B6 comes from Pyridoxine Hydrochloride and Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate; their proportions are unknown. No artificial colors, titanium dioxide or talc are indicated.
Vitamin B6 Form Identification
The B6 comes from Pyridoxine Hydrochloride and Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate; their proportions are unknown.
Clean Label and Excipient Purity
No artificial colors, titanium dioxide or talc are indicated.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency60

25 mg of B6 per serving exceeds the European adult upper limit of 12 mg per day; total daily intake may be higher. The source is also stated.
Vitamin B6 Dose & Safety Policy
25 mg of B6 per serving exceeds the European adult upper limit of 12 mg per day; total daily intake may be higher.
Label Transparency
The label states both the B6 amount and its source.

Value53

The cost per amount of B6 is moderate.
Vitamin B6 Price Efficiency
The cost per amount of B6 is moderate.
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
Each serving provides 4 mg of manganese, a targeted amount, at a high price per serving. The manganese comes from Manganese Gluconate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80

The manganese comes from Manganese Gluconate.
Manganese Chemical Form
The manganese comes from Manganese Gluconate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The label clearly lists 4 mg of manganese per serving.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
The 4 mg serving falls in the range described for targeted bone and joint support.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The label states the manganese amount as 4 mg per serving.

Value20

The price per serving is high.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The price per serving is high.

Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

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    Manoj P; Derwin R; George S · International journal of older people nursing · 2023
    Meta-analysis12,620 participants7 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  2. Calcium supplementation prevents seasonal bone loss and changes in biochemical markers of bone turnover in elderly New England women: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
    Storm D; Eslin R; Porter ES; Musgrave K; Vereault D; Patton C; Kessenich C; Mohan S; Chen T; Holick MF; Rosen CJ · The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 1998
    Randomized trial60 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  3. The effects of calcium supplementation (milk powder or tablets) and exercise on bone density in postmenopausal women.
    Prince R; Devine A; Dick I; Criddle A; Kerr D; Kent N; Price R; Randell A · Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · 1995
    Randomized trial168 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  4. The efficacy of calcium supplementation alone in elderly Thai women over a 2-year period: a randomized controlled trial.
    Rajatanavin R; Chailurkit L; Saetung S; Thakkinstian A; Nimitphong H · Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA · 2014
    Randomized trial404 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  5. Calcium-enriched foods and bone mass growth in prepubertal girls: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Bonjour JP; Carrie AL; Ferrari S; Clavien H; Slosman D; Theintz G; Rizzoli R · The Journal of clinical investigation · 1997
    Randomized trial149 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  6. The Association between Dietary and Circulating Copper Levels and Osteoporosis: a Scoping Review.
    Ju Y; Xiong W; Pang Y; Chen Z; Hou J; Zheng S; Li Z; Liu T; Xia H; Xia M; Zhong Y; Li J; Jiang X · Biological trace element research · 2026
    Scoping review18 studies pooledBone Health forCopper
  7. Association between dietary copper, iron, zinc, selenium intake and osteopenia or osteoporosis in elderly hypertensive patients: a retrospective cohort study.
    Chen M; Jia L; Gao R · Frontiers in nutrition · 2024
    Cohort study5,286 participantsBone Health forCopper
  8. Associations of dietary copper intake with total bone mineral density and lumbar spine bone mineral density in American adults.
    Hu M; Wang Z; Li C; Zheng Y; Hu J · Medicine · 2025
    Cross-sectional studyBone Health forCopper
  9. The association between dietary mineral intake and bone mineral density: a cross-sectional study.
    Wei M; Wei J; Huang S · Journal of health, population, and nutrition · 2025
    Cross-sectional study11,520 participantsBone Health forCopper
  10. Association between dietary copper intake and bone mineral density in children and adolescents aged 8-19 years: A cross-sectional study.
    Cui A; Yan J; Li H; Fan Z; Wei X; Wang H; Zhuang Y · PloS one · 2024
    Cross-sectional study6,965 participantsBone Health forCopper
  11. Association between RBC folate and lumbar bone mineral density in postmenopausal women, a cross-sectional study from NHANES 2009-2018.
    Wei H; Jin Z; Zhou L; Tang G; Chai S; Che X; Tan Y; Zeng W · Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025
    Cross-sectional study1,315 participantsBone Health forFolate
  12. Genetic variants modify the associations of concentrations of methylmalonic acid, vitamin B-12, vitamin B-6, and folate with bone mineral density.
    Liu CT; Karasik D; Xu H; Zhou Y; Broe K; Cupples LA; Cpgm de Groot L; Ham A; Hannan MT; Hsu YH; Jacques P; McLean RR; Paul L; Selhub J; Trajanoska K; van der Velde N; van Schoor N; Kiel DP · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2021
    Cohort study4,310 participantsBone Health forFolate
  13. Adequate Intake and Supplementation of B Vitamins, in Particular Folic Acid, can Play a Protective Role in Bone Health.
    Rondanelli M; Tartara A; Fossari F; Vecchio V; Faliva MA; Naso M; Perna S; Nichetti M; Peroni G · Current aging science · 2022
    Narrative review35,298 participants29 studies pooledBone Health forFolate Bone Health forVitamin B6
  14. Relation of homocysteine, folate, and vitamin B12 to bone mineral density of postmenopausal women.
    Cagnacci A; Baldassari F; Rivolta G; Arangino S; Volpe A · Bone · 2004
    Cross-sectional study161 participantsBone Health forFolate
  15. Dietary intake of folate, but not vitamin B2 or B12, is associated with increased bone mineral density 5 years after the menopause: results from a 10-year follow-up study in early postmenopausal women.
    Rejnmark L; Vestergaard P; Hermann AP; Brot C; Eiken P; Mosekilde L · Calcified tissue international · 2008
    Cohort study1,869 participantsBone Health forFolate
  16. Association between Serum Magnesium and Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.
    Dominguez LJ; Veronese N; Ciriminna S; Pérez-Albela JL; Vásquez-López VF; Rodas-Regalado S; Di Bella G; Parisi A; Tagliaferri F; Barbagallo M · Nutrients · 2023
    Meta-analysis119,755 participants4 studies pooledBone Health forMagnesium
  17. Bioabsorbable Magnesium-Based Materials Potential and Safety in Bone Surgery: A Systematic Review.
    Hung CH; Kwok YC; Yip J; Wong HH; Leung YY · Craniomaxillofacial trauma & reconstruction · 2025
    Systematic review386 participants8 studies pooledBone Health forMagnesium
  18. Vascularized bone grafting fixed by biodegradable magnesium screw for treating osteonecrosis of the femoral head.
    Zhao D; Huang S; Lu F; Wang B; Yang L; Qin L; Yang K; Li Y; Li W; Wang W; Tian S; Zhang X; Gao W; Wang Z; Zhang Y; Xie X; Wang J; Li J · Biomaterials · 2016
    Randomized trial48 participantsBone Health forMagnesium
  19. An update on magnesium and bone health.
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    Narrative reviewBone Health forMagnesium
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    Cross-sectional study1,343 participantsBone Health forMagnesium