Male Multiple

Male Multiple

Solgar4.7 (30,337 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 120 Tablet(s) · 40 servings
Goals

About this product

The formula covers a wide range of vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, and botanicals, with especially strong support across everyday health, immunity, mood, bone, cardiovascular, liver, and testosterone-related goals. Its very broad scope is also a trade-off: several included nutrients and botanicals were too low to count toward particular goals, and the product is less focused than a targeted supplement.

Several forms are well chosen, including potassium iodide, selenomethionine, chelated minerals, and a mix of magnesium citrate, glycinate, and oxide. Cyanocobalamin is the only B12 form, magnesium blend proportions are not disclosed, and choline at 100 mg was too low to count for cognitive and focus goals.

Doses are often high, including 75 mg vitamin B6, 50 mg zinc, 268 mg vitamin E, and 400 mg magnesium. The formula may suit someone who wants a high-potency multi, but the dose profile and large number of actives make it a poor fit for casual stacking with other fortified products.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a broad high-potency multivitamin and mineral formula
  • People who value chelated minerals and substantial B-vitamin doses
  • Users willing to review total intake from food, fortified products, and other supplements
Best for
  • Broad everyday micronutrient coverage
  • Immunity, mood, bone, cardiovascular, and liver-related support
  • People who prefer one formula instead of several separate supplements

Pros

  • Covers a large range of essential vitamins and minerals
  • Uses potassium iodide and selenomethionine
  • Includes citrate and glycinate forms of magnesium
  • Combines pyridoxine with pyridoxal 5-phosphate
  • Ingredient amounts and many source forms are disclosed

Cons

  • The formula is spread across many goals and lacks a tight focus
  • B12 is supplied only as cyanocobalamin
  • Magnesium blend proportions are not disclosed and include oxide
  • Choline, calcium, vitamin D, boron, and several botanicals were too low to count for some intended goals
  • Some specialty ingredients add complexity without strong dose support

Warnings

  • Vitamin B6 is listed at 75 mg, a high amount for routine long-term use that can raise the risk of nerve symptoms.
  • Zinc is listed at 50 mg, so prolonged use should account for zinc from all other sources and may require professional oversight of mineral balance.
  • The 268 mg vitamin E dose may increase bleeding concerns for people using anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines.
  • American and Korean ginseng may affect stimulant tolerance, blood pressure, or glucose-lowering treatment in sensitive users.

Product analysis

57 out of 100

Male Multiple offers broad nutritional support, including nutrients used in energy metabolism, blood formation and normal immune function. The unclear proportions of several mineral blends make their quality harder to judge.

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

Nutrient Quality53

Several vitamins and minerals use clearly identified forms, including biotin, iodine and selenium. Magnesium and zinc mix forms without showing their proportions, making their absorption quality harder to judge.

Ingredient Transparency69

Ingredient amounts are listed, but many forms remain unspecified. The proportions of the mixed nutrient sources are also missing, limiting precise comparisons.

Value For Money52

Value varies across the nutrients: B6 and several minerals compare favorably, while choline, niacin and B5 cost more for their declared amounts. The mixed magnesium sources add uncertainty about what the price delivers.

Customer Satisfaction92

Feedback is strongly positive across a very large number of ratings. The extensive response gives a broad picture of satisfaction without proving the formula delivers every claimed benefit.

Product Focus24

The formula covers many nutritional needs, with support most relevant when intake is low. Its wide mix of ingredients and goals makes it less suited to someone seeking one specific benefit.

Format
Tablet
Container
120 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.37
Customer rating
4.7 · 30,337 ratings
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Goals

Impact
Moderate effect
C Ingredient FitF PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 10 mcgVitamin B5 · 7 mgMagnesium · 400 mgRiboflavin · 6 mgThiamin · 6 mgVitamin B12 · 500 mcgPotassium · 99 mg
Study evidence
Eleuthero Disputed 3 studies
Iodine Adverse 3 studies
Magnesium Supportive 4 studies
Potassium Supportive 2 studies
Thiamin Disputed 12 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 32 studies
Impact
High effect
C- Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 400 mgVitamin B12 · 500 mcgVitamin B6 · 6 mgFolate · 1333 mcg DFEVitamin D · 10 mcg
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 116 studies
Magnesium Supportive 158 studies
Niacin Supportive 105 studies
Potassium Supportive 182 studies
Selenium Mixed 89 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 44 studies
Vitamin D Mixed 164 studies
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 300 mcgNiacin · 60 mgVitamin B12 · 500 mcgRiboflavin · 6 mgThiamin · 6 mgVitamin B5 · 7 mgVitamin B6 · 6 mgVitamin D · 10 mcgZinc · 50 mgMagnesium · 400 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 5 studies
Chromium Supportive 47 studies
Iodine Mixed 17 studies
Magnesium Supportive 61 studies
Niacin Supportive 17 studies
Selenium Mixed 28 studies
Thiamin Supportive 11 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 16 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 65 studies
Zinc Supportive 12 studies
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 50 mgVitamin C · 400 mgCopper · 1.5 mgSelenium · 200 mcgLycopene · 1 mgVitamin E · 268 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 10 studies
Copper Supportive 16 studies
Lycopene Supportive 20 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
Impact
Highest effect
B- Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 1333 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 500 mcgVitamin D · 10 mcgMagnesium · 400 mgBoron · 250 mcgSelenium · 200 mcgZinc · 50 mgVitamin C · 400 mg
Study evidence
Boron Supportive 6 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
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
C Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 400 mgVitamin C · 400 mgZinc · 50 mgVitamin A · 4500 mcgVitamin D · 10 mcgSelenium · 200 mcg
Study evidence
Eleuthero Supportive 1 study
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

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Protein
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
4500 mcg
Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide Ascorbate)
400 mg
Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol)
10 mcg
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate)
268 mg
Thiamine (Thiamine Mononitrate)
50 mg 71
Riboflavin
50 mg 79
Niacin (Niacinamide Ascorbate)
60 mg 65
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
75 mg 70
Folate
1333 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
500 mcg 38
Biotin (D-Biotin)
300 mcg 63
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
80 mg 71
Choline (Choline Bitartrate)
100 mg 56
Calcium (Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, Calcium Glycinate Chelate)
100 mg
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
150 mcg 96
Magnesium (Magnesium Citrate, Magnesium Glycinate Chelate, Magnesium Oxide)
400 mg 61
Zinc (Zinc Chelate)
50 mg 58
Selenium (L-Selenomethionine)
200 mcg 92
Copper (Copper Glycinate Chelate)
1.5 mg 84
Manganese (Manganese Glycinate Chelate)
2 mg 78
Chromium (Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)
200 mcg 77
Molybdenum (Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate)
50 mcg 76
Sodium
5 mg
Potassium (Potassium Amino Acid Complex)
99 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex
100 mg
Inositol
100 mg
Pantethine
7 mg 71
Cocarboxylase
6 mg 71
Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate
6 mg 70
Riboflavin 5-Phosphate
6 mg 79
Boron (Bororganic Glycine)
250 mcg
Eleuthero extract
25 mg 82
standardized American Ginseng extract (Ginsenosides)
25 mg
standardized Korean Ginseng extract (Ginsenosides)
25 mg
Saw Palmetto extract
25 mg
Stinging Nettle extract
25 mg 96
Pygeum extract
25 mg
Soy germ extract
25 mg
Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin
4 mg
Lycopene (Tomato)
1 mg 70
Carotenoid Mix
172 mcg
Gluten Free Men 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
The serving provides 150 mcg of iodine at a moderate cost per serving. It uses potassium iodide.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The iodine is listed as potassium iodide.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
The iodine is listed as potassium iodide.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
No marine iodine source is identified, so marine-specific sourcing concerns do not apply.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The label states 150 mcg of iodine per serving, an amount suited to daily support. It is below the general adult upper intake limit.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
150 mcg per serving is within the range described for daily thyroid support.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
The 150 mcg serving is below the general adult upper intake limit.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The label states the iodine amount as 150 mcg per serving.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is moderate.
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
+4
Each serving provides 200 mcg of selenium; the whole product's cost per 200 mcg is moderately high. It uses L-Selenomethionine, a specifically named organic form.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

L-Selenomethionine is a specifically named organic selenium form.
Selenium Chemical Form
L-Selenomethionine is a specifically named organic selenium form.
Form Transparency & Isomer Specificity
The label specifies the L form as L-Selenomethionine.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

A serving provides 200 mcg of selenium, leaving room below the 400 mcg upper limit for dietary sources.
Dosage Efficacy Sweet Spot
200 mcg per serving is an amount used in clinical trials for antioxidant and thyroid support.
Safety Margin & UL Adherence
The 200 mcg serving is below the 400 mcg upper limit used here, leaving room for selenium from food.

Value60

The whole product's cost per 200 mcg of selenium is moderately high.
Price per 200 mcg Serving
The whole product's cost per 200 mcg of selenium is moderately high.
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
A serving provides 2 mg of manganese. The cost per serving is moderate. The source is Manganese Glycinate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

The source is Manganese Glycinate.
Manganese Chemical Form
The source is Manganese Glycinate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency86

A serving provides 2 mg of manganese. The amount and source are stated.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
A serving provides 2 mg of manganese.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The manganese amount and source are stated.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is moderate.
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Sources

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

  1. [Comparative study of the urinary excretion of boron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus in postmenopausal women with and without osteoporosis].
    José Ramón V; Mora Mora M; Marino Alarcón O; Hernández G; Josefina Linares L; Urdaneta Romero H; Arévalo González E · Investigacion clinica · 2013
    Case-control study45 participantsBone Health forBoron
  2. Effect of dietary boron on mineral, estrogen, and testosterone metabolism in postmenopausal women.
    Nielsen FH; Hunt CD; Mullen LM; Hunt JR · FASEB journal : official publication of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology · 1987
    Single-arm trial12 participantsBone Health forBoron
  3. The relationship between boron and magnesium status and bone mineral density in the human: a review.
    Volpe SL; Taper LJ; Meacham S · Magnesium research · 1994
    Narrative reviewBone Health forBoron
  4. Effects of boron supplementation on bone mineral density and dietary, blood, and urinary calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and boron in female athletes.
    Meacham SL; Taper LJ; Volpe SL · Environmental health perspectives · 1995
    Randomized trial28 participantsBone Health forBoron
  5. Metabolic responses of postmenopausal women to supplemental dietary boron and aluminum during usual and low magnesium intake: boron, calcium, and magnesium absorption and retention and blood mineral concentrations
    C D Hunt, J L Herbel, F H Nielsen · The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition · 1997
    Non-randomized trial11 participantsBone Health forBoron
  6. What is the impact of daily oral supplementation of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) plus calcium on the incidence of hip fracture in older people? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Manoj P; Derwin R; George S · International journal of older people nursing · 2023
    Meta-analysis12,620 participants7 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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