Children's Chewable Multivitamin & Mineral with 5-MTHF

Children's Chewable Multivitamin & Mineral with 5-MTHF

Kirkman4.8 (1,041 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 120 Tablet(s) · 60 servings
Goals
$29.00 $0.48 per serving

Product analysis

55 out of 100

Children's Chewable Multivitamin & Mineral with 5-MTHF supplies nutrients involved in normal energy use and blood formation when intake is low.

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

Nutrient Quality44

The iodine and molybdenum sources have favorable form-quality evidence. Most other comparisons remain uncertain, with biotin and CoQ10 forms and some mixture proportions unspecified.

Ingredient Transparency75

Amounts and most forms are stated, making the main nutrient quantities clear. Biotin and CoQ10 forms and the vitamin A and magnesium proportions are unspecified.

Value For Money44

The molybdenum comparison suggests favorable value, while several other available comparisons are moderate. Most nutrients lack reliable comparisons, leaving total value uncertain.

Customer Satisfaction83

Customer feedback is very favorable across a substantial number of ratings. Specific experiences and health benefits cannot be inferred from the ratings.

Product Focus41

Normal energy use is the clearest nutritional purpose. Limited metal-elimination findings in adults do not establish routine detox benefits for children.

Format
Tablet
Container
120 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.48
Customer rating
4.8 · 1,041 ratings
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Goals

Impact
High effect
C- Ingredient FitD- PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 667 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 24 mcgVitamin B6 · 4 mgMolybdenum · 50 mcgSelenium · 50 mcgMagnesium · 40 mgVitamin E · 15 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 150 mgRiboflavin · 3.4 mg
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 16 studies
Magnesium Supportive 19 studies
Selenium Supportive 10 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 9 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 23 studies
Zinc Supportive 30 studies
Impact
Moderate effect
C+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysB EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 10 mcgVitamin B5 · 10 mgMagnesium · 40 mgRiboflavin · 3.4 mgThiamin · 3 mgVitamin B12 · 24 mcgCoenzyme Q-10 · 10 mg
Study evidence
Iodine Adverse 3 studies
Magnesium Supportive 4 studies
Thiamin Disputed 12 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 32 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
5 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
1.8 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Beta Carotene, Retinol)
750 mcg RAE
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
150 mg
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
10 mcg
Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol)
15 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate)
3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
3.4 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
18 mg NE
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
4 mg
Folate ((6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium Salt)
667 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
24 mcg
Biotin
300 mcg 59
Vitamin B5 (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
10 mg
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
150 mcg 90
Magnesium (Magnesium Bisglycinate, Magnesium Oxide)
40 mg
Zinc (Zinc Citrate)
15 mg
Selenium (Selenium Glycinate Complex)
50 mcg
Manganese (Manganese Citrate)
2 mg
Chromium (Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)
25 mcg
Molybdenum (Molybdenum Glycinate)
50 mcg 76
Coenzyme Q-10
10 mg 35
Gluten Free Dairy Free Children 4+
Report overview
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
Each serving provides 150 mcg of iodine at a fairly high cost per serving. The amount fits the stated range for daily thyroid support. The iodine is supplied as potassium iodide.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The iodine is supplied as potassium iodide. No marine source is indicated, so seaweed-specific contamination concerns do not apply.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
The iodine is supplied as potassium iodide.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
No marine source is indicated, so seaweed-specific contamination concerns do not apply.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

150 mcg of iodine per serving fits the stated range for daily thyroid support. The stated amount is below the adult upper intake level.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
150 mcg of iodine per serving fits the stated range for daily thyroid support.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
150 mcg is below the 1,100 mcg adult upper intake level.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The iodine amount is stated as 150 mcg per serving.

Value50

The cost per labeled serving is fairly high.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per labeled serving is fairly high.
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
It provides 50 mcg of molybdenum per serving at a moderate cost per serving. It uses molybdenum glycinate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability85

It uses molybdenum glycinate. No TRAACS branded source is indicated.
Molybdenum Chemical Form
It uses molybdenum glycinate.
Branded or Patented Source
No TRAACS branded source is indicated.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency64

It supplies 50 mcg of molybdenum per serving. The 50 mcg per serving is below the adult upper intake level.
Elemental Dose Optimization
It supplies 50 mcg of molybdenum per serving.
Upper Limit (UL) Safety Compliance
The 50 mcg per serving is below the adult upper intake level.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is moderate.
Biotin · 300 mcg OverallScore59
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
The serving provides 300 mcg of biotin, with a high cost when attributed to biotin alone because the price also covers other vitamins and minerals. The label lists biotin without specifying its isomer. No artificial colors or sweeteners are indicated.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability82

The label lists biotin without specifying its isomer. No artificial colors or sweeteners are indicated.
Biologically Active d-Biotin Isomer
The label lists biotin without specifying its isomer.
Excipient Purity
No artificial colors or sweeteners are indicated.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency36

300 mcg per serving is a modest amount for hair and nail support. The amount is clearly listed.
Biotin Potency for Health Goals
300 mcg per serving is a modest amount for hair and nail support.
Label Transparency & Exact Disclosure
The biotin amount is clearly listed as 300 mcg per serving.

Value60

The cost attributed to biotin is high, although the price also covers other vitamins and minerals.
Price per 5,000 mcg Biotin
The cost attributed to biotin is high, although the price also covers other vitamins and minerals.
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Sources

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

  1. Effects of Coenzyme Q10 on Statin-Induced Myopathy: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
    Qu H; Guo M; Chai H; Wang WT; Gao ZY; Shi DZ · Journal of the American Heart Association · 2019
    Meta-analysis575 participants12 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  2. Coenzyme Q10 Supplementation in Athletes: A Systematic Review.
    Fernandes MSS; Fidelis DEDS; Aidar FJ; Badicu G; Greco G; Cataldi S; Santos GCJ; de Souza RF; Ardigò LP · Nutrients · 2026
    Systematic review16 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  3. Effectiveness of Coenzyme Q10 Supplementation for Reducing Fatigue: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
    Tsai IC; Hsu CW; Chang CH; Tseng PT; Chang KV · Frontiers in pharmacology · 2024
    Meta-analysis1,126 participants13 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  4. Antifatigue effects of coenzyme Q10 during physical fatigue.
    Mizuno K; Tanaka M; Nozaki S; Mizuma H; Ataka S; Tahara T; Sugino T; Shirai T; Kajimoto Y; Kuratsune H; Kajimoto O; Watanabe Y · Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) · 2008
    Randomized trial17 participantsEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  5. Effect of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on fatigue: A systematic review of interventional studies.
    Mehrabani S; Askari G; Miraghajani M; Tavakoly R; Arab A · Complementary therapies in medicine · 2019
    Systematic review16 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  6. Association of radioactive iodine treatment with survivorship symptoms and primary care utilisation in women of reproductive age with thyroid cancer: a retrospective cohort study.
    Devanarayan P; Hartman M; Partin M · Family medicine and community health · 2026
    Cohort study10,882 participantsEnergy forIodine
  7. Energy level and fatigue after surgery for thyroid cancer: A population-based study of patient-reported outcomes.
    Hughes DT; Reyes-Gastelum D; Kovatch KJ; Hamilton AS; Ward KC; Haymart MR · Surgery · 2020
    Cohort study2,584 participantsEnergy forIodine
  8. Health-Related Quality of Life in Differentiated Thyroid Cancer Survivors: A Cross-Sectional Study From Turkey.
    Gültekin A; Kahraman MY; Şengöz T; Şimşek FS · Head & neck · 2026
    Cross-sectional study202 participantsEnergy forIodine
  9. Magnesium-L-threonate improves sleep quality and daytime functioning in adults with self-reported sleep problems: A randomized controlled trial.
    Hausenblas HA; Lynch T; Hooper S; Shrestha A; Rosendale D; Gu J · Sleep medicine: X · 2025
    Randomized trial80 participantsEnergy forMagnesium
  10. Total magnesium intake and risk of frailty in older women.
    Struijk EA; Fung TT; Bischoff-Ferrari HA; Willett WC; Lopez-Garcia E · Journal of cachexia, sarcopenia and muscle · 2024
    Cohort study81,524 participantsEnergy forMagnesium
  11. Red blood cell magnesium and chronic fatigue syndrome.
    Cox IM; Campbell MJ; Dowson D · Lancet (London, England) · 1991
    Randomized trial32 participantsEnergy forMagnesium
  12. Exercise, magnesium and immune function.
    Laires MJ; Monteiro C · Magnesium research · 2008
    Narrative reviewEnergy forMagnesium
  13. Physicochemical properties of and volatile compounds in riboflavin fortified cloudy apple juice; study of its effect on job fatigue among Egyptian construction workers.
    Fouad S; Ibrahim GE; Hussein AMS; Ibrahim FA; El Gendy A · Heliyon · 2021
    Non-randomized trialEnergy forRiboflavin
  14. Vitamin B status in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.
    Heap LC; Peters TJ; Wessely S · Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine · 1999
    Case-control study30 participantsEnergy forRiboflavin
  15. B-vitamins, related vitamers, and metabolites in patients with quiescent inflammatory bowel disease and chronic fatigue treated with high dose oral thiamine.
    Bager P; Hvas CL; Hansen MM; Ueland P; Dahlerup JF · Molecular medicine (Cambridge, Mass.) · 2023
    Observational studyEnergy forRiboflavin
  16. Metabolic features of chronic fatigue syndrome.
    Naviaux RK; Naviaux JC; Li K; Bright AT; Alaynick WA; Wang L; Baxter A; Nathan N; Anderson W; Gordon E · Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America · 2024
    Case-control study84 participantsEnergy forRiboflavin
  17. Effectiveness of Riboflavin in Inherited Metabolic Diseases: A Systematic Review
    Bregje Jaeger, Nina N Stolwijk, Femke Aaldering, Charlotte A Ruys, Marije Smits, Nicole I Wolf, Carla E M Hollak, Annet M Bosch · Journal of Inherited Metabolic Disease · 2026
    Systematic review381 studies pooledEnergy forRiboflavin
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    Smidt LJ; Cremin FM; Grivetti LE; Clifford AJ · Journal of gerontology · 1991
    Randomized trial80 participantsEnergy forThiamin
  19. Randomised clinical trial: high-dose oral thiamine versus placebo for chronic fatigue in patients with quiescent inflammatory bowel disease.
    Bager P; Hvas CL; Rud CL; Dahlerup JF · Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics · 2021
    Randomized trial40 participantsEnergy forThiamin
  20. Dietary reference values for thiamin.
    EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA); Turck D; Bresson JL; Burlingame B; Dean T; Fairweather-Tait S; Heinonen M; Hirsch-Ernst KI; Mangelsdorf I; McArdle HJ; Naska A; Nowicka G; Pentieva K; Sanz Y; Siani A; Sjödin A; Stern M; Tomé D; Van Loveren H; Vinceti M; Willatts P; Lamberg-Allardt C; Przyrembel H; Tetens I; Gudelj Rakic J; Ioannidou S; de Sesmaisons-Lecarré A; Forss AC; Neuhäuser-Berthold M · EFSA journal. European Food Safety Authority · 2026
    Guideline / consensusEnergy forThiamin