Prenatal

Prenatal

Carlson4.7 (164 ratings)
Format:Softgel Quantity: 120 Softgel(s) · 60 servings
Goals
$46.24 $0.77 per serving
iHerb$46.24

About this product

Filling dietary gaps relevant to normal blood formation is a more supported use than seeking extra energy or productivity. The 27 mg iron serving accompanies folate at 1,333 mcg DFE and B12 at 32 mcg, which contribute to normal nutrient status. Benefits for tiredness or concentration depend on whether a nutritional shortfall is involved.

The mineral details offer several useful strengths, including iron bisglycinate, 150 mcg iodine as potassium iodide, and 15 mg zinc alongside 2 mg copper. Vitamin D3 at 40 mcg and magnesium at 100 mg contribute to normal bone nutrition, but the repeated 100 mg calcium entries should not be added together to imply a large calcium dose. Vitamin K is K1, while the folate form is not specified, limiting comparison with more precisely described alternatives.

The omega-3 and vitamin A details require particular attention for prenatal use. DHA is listed at 500 mg with 100 mg EPA, but the DHA amount is not consistently confirmed across the product details; 1 g total fish oil cannot resolve that uncertainty. Repeated beta-carotene and vitamin A palmitate entries also leave the total and preformed share unclear, while the cost offers uneven value across the many individual nutrients.

Who is it for
  • People comparing an iron-containing prenatal for documented nutritional needs
  • People who can confirm the vitamin A and DHA declarations before relying on them
Best for
  • Supporting normal blood formation when dietary intake is insufficient
  • Getting disclosed iodine and a known zinc-to-copper balance in one supplement

Pros

  • Iron is identified as bisglycinate with a stated 27 mg amount
  • The 15 mg zinc dose is paired with a disclosed 2 mg copper
  • Iodine comes from clearly identified potassium iodide
  • Separate EPA and DHA amounts are listed for comparison, pending DHA confirmation

Cons

  • DHA documentation is inconsistent despite the listed amount
  • The folate form is not named
  • Calcium disclosure is repeated and does not establish a large combined dose
  • The broad formula offers uneven value for its individual nutrients
  • Zinc may compete with iron absorption in the shared serving

Warnings

  • Confirm the total vitamin A amount and the preformed palmitate share before adding another vitamin A supplement; the duplicate entries leave combined intake uncertain.
  • Verify the DHA declaration on the original label before relying on the listed 500 mg for prenatal omega-3 needs.

Product analysis

50 out of 100

Prenatal supplies nutrients used in normal blood formation, energy metabolism and bone nutrition, with the clearest benefits when intake is low. Many components are relatively costly, and unspecified forms and source proportions make the complete mix harder to compare.

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

Nutrient Quality46

Some minerals and vitamin B5 have favorable, clearly identified forms. Several other forms, including the omega-3 preparations, are unspecified on the label, leaving the whole mixture less clear.

Ingredient Transparency70

All listed ingredient amounts and most forms are disclosed. Several vitamin and oil forms plus mixed-source proportions are missing, limiting a complete comparison.

Value For Money32

Many nutrients and the EPA and DHA content are relatively expensive for what the serving supplies. Uncertain comparisons for other ingredients do not establish a better value for the complete formula.

Customer Satisfaction73

Customer feedback is very positive from a modest review pool. Those ratings do not establish pregnancy-specific effectiveness or safety.

Product Focus32

The clearest role is nutritional support for blood formation and other normal functions when intake is low. Numerous ingredients and a wide range of suggested uses make the formula less targeted, while general adult findings do not establish pregnancy-specific outcomes.

Format
Softgel
Container
120 Softgel(s)
Per serving
$0.77
Customer rating
4.7 · 164 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Heart Health
Heart Health
Impact
High effect
D+ Ingredient FitC PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin K · 200 mcgMagnesium · 100 mgEPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) · 100 mgVitamin B12 · 32 mcgVitamin B6 · 10 mgFolate · 1333 mcg DFEVitamin D · 40 mcg

Folate and B6 support homocysteine metabolism, but lowering that marker does not establish fewer cardiac events. Magnesium has limited, inconsistent blood-pressure findings, while thiamin and selenium mainly matter in deficiency-related heart dysfunction. The inventory lists active DHA at 500 mg, yet the linked DHA declaration remains unresolved and receives no independent contribution. EPA is below the saved threshold; these facts do not establish cardiovascular-event prevention.

How this product is rated for Heart Health

Ingredient fit54

Magnesium anchors the recognized ingredient fit; amounts partly meet the saved comparisons.
Goal fit
Relevant ingredients share a broader formula or multiple goal links, reducing its focus on heart health.
Dose adequacy
The declared amounts partly meet the saved exposure comparisons; this limits recognized contributions without determining clinical effectiveness.

Pathways60

The saved finding centers on homocysteine handling; changing that marker does not establish fewer cardiac events.
Depth
The saved finding centers on homocysteine handling; changing that marker does not establish fewer cardiac events.
Breadth
The saved breadth finding is concentrated in homocysteine clearance.

Evidence89

Magnesium supplies the strongest recognized evidence. Its human findings remain limited to the outcomes and populations described.
Evidence strength
Magnesium leads the recognized evidence, with the population and outcome limitations described for it.
Studied preparation
The saved findings accept the qualifying preparation; this does not establish delivery or form superiority.

Formulation logic100

No required partner is missing and no configured conflict applies. The recognized ingredients meet the saved minimum amount comparison.
Partner coverage
No required partner is missing for the recognized contributions.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was found; this does not establish individual suitability.
Effective doses
All recognized ingredients meet the saved minimum amount comparison; this threshold is not proof of clinical effectiveness.
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 116 studies
Magnesium Supportive 158 studies
Niacin Supportive 105 studies
Selenium Mixed 89 studies
Vitamin B6 Supportive 44 studies
Vitamin D Mixed 164 studies
Vitamin K Mixed 62 studies
Everyday Health
Everyday Health
Impact
Highest effect
B Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 1333 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 32 mcgVitamin D · 40 mcgMagnesium · 100 mgFish Oil · 1 Gram(s)Vitamin K · 200 mcgSelenium · 70 mcgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 300 mg

B vitamins contribute to normal energy metabolism, while folate and B12 support normal blood formation. Magnesium can help fill a dietary gap and supports normal energy and mineral metabolism. Vitamin D and vitamin K contribute to bone and mineral nutrition when intake is inadequate. Iron is useful when intake is inadequate, helping prevent the consequences of iron deficiency.

How this product is rated for Everyday Health

Ingredient fit79

The recognized ingredients are focused on the evaluated nutritional roles, although the product is also linked to other goals. The recognized amounts cover part of the saved comparison ranges; these ranges do not define personal requirements or a clinical response.
Goal fit
The recognized ingredients are focused on the evaluated nutritional roles, although the product is also linked to other goals.
Dose adequacy
The recognized amounts cover part of the saved comparison ranges; these ranges do not define personal requirements or a clinical response.

Pathways100

The strongest saved connection is normal energy metabolism; this describes ingredient roles rather than demonstrated improvement in overall health.
Depth
The strongest saved connection is normal energy metabolism; this describes ingredient roles rather than demonstrated improvement in overall health.
Breadth
4 evaluated areas reach the saved coverage threshold, led by normal energy metabolism.

Evidence86

Magnesium leads the saved evidence finding; its nutritional contribution is conditional on inadequate intake.
Evidence strength
Magnesium leads the saved evidence finding; its nutritional contribution is conditional on inadequate intake.
Studied preparation
The saved finding accepts the evaluated preparations; it does not establish superiority of a particular chemical form or delivery method.

Formulation logic100

No unmet partner requirement or configured conflict was detected, and the recognized ingredients reach the saved amount threshold.
Partner coverage
No recognized ingredient has an unmet partner requirement; an additional benefit from combining the ingredients is not established.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was detected in the supplied facts.
Effective doses
The recognized ingredients reach the saved amount threshold; this does not establish improved health outcomes.
Study evidence
Fish Oil Supportive 61 studies
Folate Supportive 80 studies
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 115 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 34 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Immunity
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
C Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 100 mgVitamin C · 300 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin A · 2400 mcg RAEVitamin D · 40 mcgSelenium · 70 mcg

Vitamins A and D, zinc and selenium supply nutrients relevant to barriers and normal immune function. B6, B12, folate, copper and iron can help fill low intakes that affect immune-cell function. Vitamin C adds modest regular-use cold-duration support. These adult immunity findings do not establish pregnancy-specific outcomes; vitamin E and magnesium have limited transferable respiratory-outcome evidence.

How this product is rated for Immunity

Ingredient fit62

Zinc, Selenium, Vitamin A contribute to immunity, within a wider formula containing ingredients outside these supported roles. The relevant amounts provide uneven contributions relative to the supplied comparisons; smaller amounts limit some contributions.
Goal fit
Zinc, Selenium, Vitamin A contribute to immunity, within a wider formula containing ingredients outside these supported roles.
Dose adequacy
The relevant amounts provide uneven contributions relative to the supplied comparisons; smaller amounts limit some contributions.

Pathways100

The strongest contribution concerns barrier and antimicrobial defense, based on the relevant ingredients and their amounts. Three immune-related areas reach the supplied breadth comparison.
Depth
The strongest contribution concerns barrier and antimicrobial defense, based on the relevant ingredients and their amounts.
Breadth
Three immune-related areas reach the supplied breadth comparison.

Evidence100

Vitamin C has the strongest supported contribution here, with modest regular-use cold-duration evidence rather than infection prevention.
Evidence strength
Vitamin C has the strongest supported contribution here, with modest regular-use cold-duration evidence rather than infection prevention.
Studied preparation
The counted preparations meet the supplied preparation comparison, without establishing superior effects from their forms or delivery methods.

Formulation logic100

The counted ingredients can contribute independently or have the partners required by the supplied findings. No configured ingredient conflict was identified from the supplied facts.
Partner coverage
The counted ingredients can contribute independently or have the partners required by the supplied findings.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was identified from the supplied facts.
Effective doses
The counted ingredients all meet the minimum amount comparison; this does not establish infection-prevention or treatment doses.
Study evidence
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
Eye Health
Macular DefenseNight Vision
Eye Health
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitC PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 15 mgVitamin E · 100.5 mgVitamin C · 300 mgCopper · 2 mgVitamin A · 2400 mcg RAEEPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) · 100 mg

Vitamin A supports the visual cycle when intake is low, and riboflavin helps correct deficiency associated with ocular changes. These roles do not establish extra visual benefit with adequate intake. Vitamin C contributes to antioxidant defense; the supplied context does not establish routine vision improvement from the other nutrient contributions.

How this product is rated for Eye Health

Ingredient fit60

The formula includes nutrients related to vision, with differing amount support.
Goal fit
Several ingredients relate to vision, within a formula that also addresses other functions.
Dose adequacy
The known contributing amounts provide partial support against the amount references; these references do not establish effective clinical doses.

Pathways60

The main represented area is retinal and lens antioxidant defense. The connection is concentrated in one area rather than broad visual-performance support.
Depth
The strongest represented area is retinal and lens antioxidant defense; this describes ingredient roles rather than demonstrated visual improvement.
Breadth
The represented areas are retinal and lens antioxidant defense.

Evidence87

The nutrient contributions have specific population and outcome limits; normal functions do not establish improved vision with adequate intake.
Evidence strength
Copper provides the leading retained contribution, with the population and outcome limits described for that ingredient.
Studied preparation
Preparation support is incomplete across the contributing ingredients; declared active amounts do not establish a matching studied preparation.

Formulation logic100

No configured ingredient conflict or missing required partner was identified; this does not establish synergy or clinical effectiveness.
Partner coverage
No required ingredient partner is missing among the retained contributions; this does not establish extra benefit from combining them.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was identified.
Effective doses
The retained contributions meet the amount threshold used here; that threshold is not proof of clinical benefit.
Study evidence
Copper Supportive 7 studies
Riboflavin Supportive 69 studies
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
Longevity
Skin Ageing
Longevity
Impact
High effect
C- Ingredient FitC PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 1333 mcg DFEMagnesium · 100 mgVitamin B12 · 32 mcgVitamin K · 200 mcgVitamin D · 40 mcg

Vitamin D and B12 can help preserve muscle and nerve function when deficiency is corrected, while vitamin C supports collagen formation when intake is inadequate. Magnesium has limited functional findings in exercising older women with low intake. The vitamin K1 preparation does not match the MenaQ7 arterial-flexibility findings, and fish-oil mass does not establish the unresolved omega-3 amount.

How this product is rated for Longevity

Ingredient fit57

The formula's focus and amounts produce a partial fit with the saved ingredient references. The overall roles remain bounded by the specific evidence for this product.
Goal fit
The formula includes ingredients for other uses, so its focus on aging-related outcomes is mixed.
Dose adequacy
The recognized amounts only partly match the saved references; this does not define a proven effective anti-aging dose.

Pathways60

The saved findings are strongest for antioxidant defence, with limited breadth across the other aging-related processes.
Depth
The strongest saved finding concerns antioxidant defence; this describes ingredient roles rather than a demonstrated slowing of aging.
Breadth
Only one pathway reaches the saved coverage threshold, leaving the formula's recognized reach narrow.

Evidence100

Magnesium drives the leading saved evidence finding. The ingredient-specific limitations above still restrict which practical benefits can be expected.
Evidence strength
Magnesium supplies the leading saved evidence finding, but its specific population and outcome limitations still apply.
Studied preparation
The saved findings recognize preparation matches for the qualifying ingredients; this does not extend their evidence to broader aging outcomes.

Formulation logic97

The saved formulation findings identify no matched conflicts and no missing required partners. Amount limitations are retained in the individual findings.
Partner coverage
The recognized ingredients either work independently or have their required partner; no extra combination benefit is established.
Conflicts
No matched ingredient conflict was recorded in the supplied calculation.
Effective doses
Omega-3 does not meet the saved amount threshold; the remaining recognized ingredients do.
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 16 studies
Magnesium Supportive 12 studies
Omega-3 Supportive 56 studies
Selenium Supportive 27 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 30 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 50 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 19 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 27 studies
Zinc Supportive 10 studies
Hair Health
Hair Health
Impact
High effect
B- Ingredient FitC- PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 300 mcgVitamin D · 40 mcgZinc · 15 mgIron · 27 mgVitamin C · 300 mg

Iron and zinc can help diffuse shedding associated with inadequate intake of those nutrients. Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation and iron absorption, without establishing extra regrowth or a special combination benefit. Fish oil and DHA serve a supporting role in the supplied information, with no independent hair benefit established.

How this product is rated for Hair Health

Ingredient fit71

The formula contains hair-relevant nutrients, but its focus and contributing amounts vary. The declared amounts do not by themselves establish hair growth.
Goal fit
The formula includes hair-relevant ingredients alongside ingredients directed at other goals.
Dose adequacy
Contributing amounts vary, with some below the saved comparison benchmarks.

Pathways56

The strongest recorded route is antioxidant-related, with limited breadth across the other specified routes.
Depth
Antioxidant-related ingredients provide the strongest recorded route; this does not establish follicular regrowth.
Breadth
Only the antioxidant-related route reaches the saved coverage benchmark.

Evidence97

Zinc is central to the saved evidence finding, while its supported hair role remains correction of inadequate intake. Preparation matches do not establish extra regrowth.
Evidence strength
Zinc leads the contributing evidence; its practical hair benefit is tied to correcting low intake.
Studied preparation
Most contributing forms meet the saved preparation comparison; iodine does not have a matching studied preparation.

Formulation logic100

Contributing ingredients meet the saved minimum amount comparison without a missing required partner or an identified conflict. This does not establish synergy.
Partner coverage
No required ingredient partner is missing among the ingredients that contribute.
Conflicts
No ingredient conflict was identified by the supplied checks.
Effective doses
All contributing ingredients clear the saved minimum amount benchmark; this is not a proven biological effectiveness threshold.
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

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
20 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1.5 Gram(s)
Total Carbohydrates
1 Gram(s)
Protein
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene, Vitamin A Palmitate)
 2400 mcg RAE
Vitamin C (Calcium Ascorbate)
 300 mg
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)
 40 mcg
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopherol)
 100.5 mg
Vitamin K1
200 mcg 26
Thiamine (Thiamine Mononitrate)
 6.8 mg
Riboflavin
8 mg 40
Niacin (Niacinamide)
 80 mg 65
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 10 mg
Folate
1333 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
 32 mcg
Biotin
300 mcg 59
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
 40 mg 61
Calcium (Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium D-Pantothenate, Dicalcium Phosphate)
 100 mg
Iron (Iron Bisglycinate Chelate)
 27 mg 69
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
 150 mcg 90
Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide)
 100 mg
Zinc (Zinc Gluconate)
 15 mg 72
Selenium (Selenomethionine)
 70 mcg 51
Copper (Copper Gluconate)
 2 mg 63
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate)
 2 mg 70
Chromium (Chromium Nicotinate)
 120 mcg 47
Norwegian Fish Oil concentrate
1 Gram(s)
Docosahexaenoic Acid
500 mg 60
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
100 mg 38
Gluten Free Dairy Free Pregnant Women 18–50
Report overview
Iodine (Potassium Iodide) · 150 mcg OverallScore90
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
Each serving provides 150 mcg of iodine from potassium iodide, a form the evaluation rates favorably for absorption. A whole-product serving costs about $0.77.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

Potassium iodide is the iodine form used; the evaluation rates it favorably for absorption. The saved data records a non-marine source, so the seaweed-specific sourcing check does not apply.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
Potassium iodide is the iodine form used; the evaluation rates it favorably for absorption.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
The saved data records a non-marine source, so the seaweed-specific sourcing check does not apply.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

Each serving supplies 150 mcg of iodine, an amount the evaluation considers aligned with daily support. The saved facts identify 150 mcg of iodine per serving and potassium iodide as its source.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
Each serving supplies 150 mcg of iodine, an amount the evaluation considers aligned with daily support.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
The 150 mcg per serving does not exceed the evaluation’s iodine limit; total intake and individual suitability are not established.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The saved facts identify 150 mcg of iodine per serving and potassium iodide as its source.

Value50

A whole-product serving costs about $0.77.
Price Per Effective Serving
A whole-product serving costs about $0.77.
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Niacin (Niacinamide) · 80 mg OverallScore65
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
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Copper (Copper Gluconate) · 2 mg OverallScore63
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
The serving supplies 2 mg of copper as copper gluconate. The serving also contains 15 mg of zinc, with a lower zinc-to-copper ratio than the evaluation favors.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability58

Copper gluconate is a common organic salt.
Copper Form Bioavailability
Copper gluconate is an organic salt and receives a moderate form assessment.
Elemental Copper Labeling Clarity
The saved facts identify the source and 2 mg of elemental copper per serving.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency85

The serving contains 2 mg of copper. The serving also contains 15 mg of zinc, with a lower zinc-to-copper ratio than the evaluation favors.
Copper Dosage Safety & Efficacy
The 2 mg serving matches the amount favored by the evaluation for its selected serving.
Zinc-to-Copper Balance
The serving also contains 15 mg of zinc; its zinc-to-copper ratio is lower than the evaluation’s preferred balance.

Value30

The whole-product price is about $0.77 per serving; that price covers the full product.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The whole-product price is about $0.77 per serving; that price covers the full product.
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74 Performance

Prenatal

Carlson

The smaller package preserves iron bisglycinate, vitamin D3, natural vitamin E, folate, iodine, selenium, and fish oil from the original formula. It does not improve the high preformed vitamin A, niacin, vitamin E, or vitamin K amounts, and DHA and EPA remain undisclosed.

72 Performance

Prenatal Multi

Garden of Life MyKind Organics

Vitamin D3, methylcobalamin, folate, iron, iodine, and zinc provide a focused prenatal nutrient base without the original's high preformed vitamin A. Food and stomach-soothing blends are not fully broken down, and no DHA or EPA is listed.

69 Performance

Prenatal Multi

Garden of Life MyKind Organics

Meaningful folate, iron, iodine, vitamin D3, and methylcobalamin create a more measured prenatal micronutrient profile. Hidden food blends reduce transparency, and the lack of listed DHA and EPA weakens its match to the original.

61 Budget

Nursing Blend

Fairhaven Health Milkies

Vitamin D3, methylfolate, iron, iodine, zinc, and selenium provide a cheaper nutrient base for the postnatal period. The large proprietary nursing blend hides central doses, calcium and magnesium are very low, and the formula is not intended as a prenatal substitute.

70 Budget

Multi

Nature Made

Broad vitamins, iron, iodine, and trace minerals offer a simpler general multivitamin alternative with less aggressive vitamin A, niacin, and vitamin E amounts. Missing serving details prevent confirming that it is cheaper, and the lack of DHA and EPA makes it unsuitable as a complete prenatal replacement.

72 Budget

Multi For Her

Nature Made

Vitamin D3, iron, iodine, folate, and broad trace minerals provide a simpler women's multivitamin with less aggressive niacin and vitamin E. Serving details are missing, so savings cannot be verified, and conventional forms plus no DHA or EPA limit prenatal fit.

84 Value

Prenatal Advantage

Life Extension

Methylfolate, methylcobalamin, active riboflavin and B6, 275 mg of choline, and 200 mg of DHA provide stronger balance and favorable serving value. Clear calcium and magnesium coverage is missing, but the formula avoids the original's aggressive preformed vitamin A and niacin amounts.

80 Value

Nursing Postnatal

Fairhaven Health Milkies

Methylfolate, vitamin D3, natural vitamin E, iron, iodine, zinc, and selenium offer clear dosing with better serving value. Very low calcium and magnesium plus high folate and niacin limit balance, and the formula is intended for postnatal rather than prenatal use.

78 Value

Women's Multivitamin & Mineral

Natural Factors Whole Earth & Sea

Methylfolate, methylcobalamin, benfotiamine, P-5-P, vitamin K2, and chelated minerals provide high-quality forms at a slightly lower serving cost. Several amounts are high, calcium and magnesium remain modest, and the formula lacks prenatal DHA and EPA.

Report alternatives

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
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    Randomized trial168 participantsBone Health forCalcium
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    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.
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    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.
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    Narrative review35,298 participants29 studies pooledBone Health forFolate Bone Health forVitamin B6
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    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.
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    Cohort study1,869 participantsBone Health forFolate
  16. Association between Serum Magnesium and Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.
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  17. Bioabsorbable Magnesium-Based Materials Potential and Safety in Bone Surgery: A Systematic Review.
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