Iron-Free Mega Multi Mineral

Iron-Free Mega Multi Mineral

Solaray4.7 (3,376 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 200 Capsule(s) · 50 servings
Goals
$20.79 $0.41 per serving

Product analysis

58 out of 100

Iron-Free Mega Multi Mineral provides minerals without iron to help fill dietary gaps, with a clear role in normal bone nutrition. Benefits for energy, mood or hormones depend largely on whether nutrient intake is low.

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Nutrient Quality43

Mineral form quality is mixed, with more favorable magnesium and manganese forms alongside weaker points such as boric acid. Unclear iodine proportions and some unspecified forms limit a judgment about the whole formula.

Ingredient Transparency76

All ingredient amounts and most forms are stated. Some forms and the proportions of mixed iodine and potassium sources are missing, limiting a complete comparison.

Value For Money57

Several minerals offer favorable value, while magnesium, zinc and copper are less compelling on cost. Boron compares poorly, so value varies substantially across the formula.

Customer Satisfaction87

Customer ratings are positive across several thousand buyers. The broad feedback base gives a clearer satisfaction picture without establishing health benefits.

Product Focus39

Filling mineral gaps and supporting normal bones are the clearest uses. The large magnesium serving does not establish greater benefit, and its suitability remains uncertain.

Format
Capsule
Container
200 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.41
Customer rating
4.7 · 3,376 ratings
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Goals

Everyday Health
Impact
Highest effect
B- Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 500 mgBoron · 1 mgSelenium · 50 mcgZinc · 15 mg
Study evidence
Boron Supportive 6 studies
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Bone Health
Impact
Highest effect
C+ Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Phosphorus · 22 mgMagnesium · 500 mgCalcium · 1000 mgCopper · 0.5 mgManganese · 5 mgBoron · 1 mgZinc · 15 mg
Study evidence
Boron Supportive 5 studies
Calcium Supportive 144 studies
Copper Disputed 20 studies
Magnesium Supportive 48 studies
Manganese Adverse 12 studies
Phosphorus Supportive 44 studies
Potassium Supportive 39 studies
Zinc Supportive 33 studies
Immunity
Impact
High effect
D+ Ingredient FitD- PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 500 mgZinc · 15 mgSelenium · 50 mcg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 8 studies
Selenium Mixed 37 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Gut Health
Impact
Lower effect
F Ingredient FitF PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 15 mgMagnesium · 500 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 50 studies
Zinc Supportive 130 studies
Heart Health
Impact
High effect
D+ Ingredient FitC PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 500 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 158 studies
Potassium Supportive 182 studies
Selenium Mixed 89 studies
Stress Relief
Impact
Moderate effect
D Ingredient FitD PathwaysB EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 500 mg
Study evidence
Magnesium Supportive 13 studies
Zinc Supportive 9 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calcium (Calcium Amino Acid Chelate Complex)
1000 mg 61
Phosphorus (Potassium Phosphate)
22 mg
Iodine (Kelp, Potassium Iodide)
225 mcg 73
Magnesium (Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate Complex)
500 mg 65
Zinc (Zinc Amino Acid Chelate Complex)
15 mg 62
Selenium (L-Selenomethionine)
50 mcg
Copper (Copper Amino Acid Chelate Complex)
0.5 mg 45
Manganese (Manganese Amino Acid Chelate Complex)
5 mg 84
Chromium (Chromium Polynicotinate)
50 mcg
Molybdenum
50 mcg 42
Potassium (Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate)
59 mg
Boron (Boric Acid)
1 mg 46
Vanadium (Vanadium Amino Acid Chelate Complex)
25 mcg 68
Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride
50 mg 76
Adults 18–50
Report overview
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
A serving provides 5 mg of manganese at a moderate cost per serving. The source is manganese amino acid chelate, but the specific amino acid is not named.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

The source is manganese amino acid chelate, but the specific amino acid is not named.
Manganese Chemical Form
The source is manganese amino acid chelate, but the specific amino acid is not named.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The label states 5 mg of manganese per serving.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
The serving supplies 5 mg of manganese.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The label states 5 mg of manganese per serving.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is moderate.
D- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
The serving supplies 225 mcg of iodine for daily support at a moderate cost. It combines potassium iodide with iodine of an unspecified chemical form; their proportions are unknown. The marine source has no stated organic status or geographic origin.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability42

It combines potassium iodide with iodine of an unspecified chemical form; their proportions are unknown. The marine source has no stated organic status or geographic origin.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
It combines potassium iodide with iodine of an unspecified chemical form; their proportions are unknown.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
The marine source has no stated organic status or geographic origin.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The serving provides 225 mcg of iodine, an amount suited to daily support. The iodine amount is stated.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
The serving provides 225 mcg of iodine, an amount suited to daily support.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
225 mcg is below the 1,100 mcg adult upper limit.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The iodine amount is stated.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is moderate.
Glutamic Acid · 50 mg OverallScore76
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value
Each serving provides 50 mg of Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride; the free glutamic acid yield is unknown. The cost per serving is moderate. The form is Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride, with no L- or D-isomer specified.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

The form is Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride, with no L- or D-isomer specified.
Isomer Specificity (L-Form)
The form is Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride, with no L- or D-isomer specified.
Chemical Form Suitability
The hydrochloride form is used in a digestive or mineral formula.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency86

Each serving provides 50 mg of Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride; the free glutamic acid yield is unknown.
Supplemental Dosage Adequacy
Each serving provides 50 mg of Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride; the free glutamic acid yield is unknown.
Label Disclosure & Transparency
The hydrochloride compound amount is individually stated, but the free acid amount is unknown.

Value70

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price per Serving Efficiency
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.

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  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
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    Randomized trial28 participantsBone Health forBoron
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    C D Hunt, J L Herbel, F H Nielsen · The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition · 1997
    Non-randomized trial11 participantsBone Health forBoron
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    Meta-analysis12,620 participants7 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
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    Randomized trial168 participantsBone Health forCalcium
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    Randomized trial149 participantsBone Health forCalcium
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    Scoping review18 studies pooledBone Health forCopper
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    Systematic review386 participants8 studies pooledBone Health forMagnesium
  18. Vascularized bone grafting fixed by biodegradable magnesium screw for treating osteonecrosis of the femoral head.
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    Randomized trial48 participantsBone Health forMagnesium
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