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Prenatal Gummies

Bayer One A Day Women's
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(1774 ratings)
Iodine 150 mcg
Folate 1330 mcg DFE
DHA 50 mg
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Score63
Convenient and affordable basic prenatal coverage comes with major iron, choline, and DHA gaps.
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Quantity:120 Gummy(ies) • (60 servings)
Goals:
General Health
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Hair Health

Score 63

Convenient and affordable basic prenatal coverage comes with major iron, choline, and DHA gaps.
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$26.49($0.44 per serving)
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Analysis

The two-gummy serving supplies folate, iodine, vitamin D, B vitamins, and a range of antioxidant nutrients. It is simple to take and adds less sugar than many larger gummy servings.

The label lists no iron, and DHA reaches only 50 mg. Zinc is also modest, while choline is absent from the supplied formula, so several major prenatal needs depend on diet or separate products.

The serving value and convenience are good for a gummy prenatal. It is best for users who already have a planned iron, choline, and omega-fat strategy rather than those seeking a complete standalone product.

Who is it for
  • Prenatal users who strongly prefer gummies
  • People receiving iron from another source
  • Users seeking a simple folate and iodine base
Best for
  • Chewable prenatal use
  • Basic folate coverage
  • Low pill burden

Pros

  • Provides a substantial folate amount
  • Includes iodine and vitamin D
  • Requires only two gummies
  • Offers good serving value

Cons

  • Contains no iron
  • Provides only 50 mg DHA
  • Does not list choline
  • Uses unspecified or conventional nutrient forms

Warnings

  • Confirm a suitable iron source with prenatal care when dietary intake is insufficient
  • The 800 mcg folic acid amount should be counted with other fortified foods and supplements
  • The gummies add sugar to the daily routine

Nutrient quality

60 Moderate impact

Folate and iodine are relevant, and most vitamin amounts are moderate. Missing iron, very low DHA, limited zinc, and unspecified forms make the prenatal profile incomplete.

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Ingredient transparency

75 High impact

Named nutrients have specific amounts and no proprietary blend hides doses. Most forms, intake directions, and non-active ingredients are not disclosed, limiting label clarity.

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Customer satisfaction

61 Moderate impact

The listed average rating is mixed despite a large review count. Specific comments are absent, so the source of dissatisfaction and prenatal-use experience cannot be assessed.

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Value for money

53 Moderate impact

Favorable serving cost cannot fully offset missing iron and the small DHA amount. Added sugar and incomplete prenatal coverage make the formula less competitive than more complete options.

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Report analysis

Goals

General Health
Impact
High effect
A- Goal FitC Strength of SupportB- CoverageB- Formula Quality
Folate · 800 mcgVitamin B12 · 2.8 mcgVitamin D · 30 mcgZinc · 2.6 mgVitamin C · 60 mg

The gummy provides a broad prenatal mix of vitamins, iodine, folate, and a small amount of DHA. Its 1,330 mcg DFE folate and vitamin D offer meaningful pregnancy-focused nutritional support.

Folate comes from standard folic acid, while the formula contains no iron and only modest zinc and DHA. Those omissions make it incomplete as a prenatal foundation, and the added sugar is a trade-off of the gummy format.

Study evidence
Folate Supportive 80 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 115 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Impact
Moderate effect
C+ Goal FitD Strength of SupportC- CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 30 mcgVitamin B5 · 7 mgVitamin B12 · 2.8 mcgIron · mg

Iodine and B vitamins support thyroid and food-energy metabolism during pregnancy. Vitamin D, folate, and DHA serve prenatal nutrition more than direct energy enhancement.

Vitamin B12 is far below the stated energy target, and the gummies contain no iron despite iron’s relevance to pregnancy-related fatigue. The formula is appropriate to its prenatal purpose but only moderately aligned with a general energy goal.

Study evidence
Iodine Adverse 3 studies
Iron Supportive 74 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 32 studies
Hair Health
Impact
Moderate effect
D+ Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportC- CoverageC- Formula Quality
Biotin · 35 mcgVitamin D · 30 mcgZinc · 2.6 mgIron · mgVitamin C · 60 mg

Folate, vitamin D, iodine, and other vitamins can support follicle nutrition during pregnancy when intake is inadequate. The gummy contains no iron and only a small zinc amount, leaving two important deficiency-related hair pathways weak.

Nutrient amounts are individually disclosed, while the 50 mg DHA amount is modest and the gummy adds sugar. The formula should be viewed as prenatal nutrition rather than a treatment for pregnancy-related or postpartum shedding.

Study evidence
Folate Mixed 15 studies
Iodine No effect 1 study
Iron Disputed 25 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrate
3 Gram(s)
Total Sugars
2 Gram(s)
includes added Sugars
2 Gram(s)
Vitamin A
650 mcg
Vitamin C
60 mg
Vitamin D
30 mcg
Vitamin E
12.7 mg
Niacin
18 mg
Vitamin B6
2 mg
Folate
1330 mcg DFE
Folic Acid
800 mcg
Vitamin B12
2.8 mcg
Biotin
35 mcg
Pantothenic Acid
7 mg
Iron
0 mg
Iodine
150 mcg
Zinc
2.6 mg
Sodium
10 mg
Omega-3 DHA
50 mg
Dairy Free Pregnant Women 18–50
Report overview
Iodine · 150 mcg OverallScore72
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value

The 150 mcg iodine serving aligns with daily thyroid maintenance needs. The iodine compound or source is not identified, limiting confidence in stability and absorption. No qualifying cofactor adjustment is needed for the favorable price bracket.

Folate · 1330 mcg DFE OverallScore44
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value

Synthetic folic acid requires metabolic conversion and lacks an active-form purity marker. The folate dose is high but remains within the stated intermediate tier, while the included vitamin B12 falls below the preferred co-supplementation amount for a high-folate formula. Cost per serving is moderate, but the less bioavailable form weakens the value.

DHA · 50 mg OverallScore24
D- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The DHA amount is too small for a targeted DHA supplement, although vitamin E may help protect the oil from oxidation. The chemical form, oil concentration, source, and contaminant testing are not disclosed. Its low active amount also makes the cost efficiency poor despite the convenient gummy format.

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

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    Randomized trial40 participantsEnergy forVitamin D
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    Randomized trial119 participantsGeneral Health forFolate
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    Cohort study21,260 participantsGeneral Health forFolate
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    Meta-analysis95,286 participants159 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin D
  20. Effect of vitamin D on gastrointestinal symptoms and health-related quality of life in irritable bowel syndrome patients: a randomized double-blind clinical trial.
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    Randomized trial90 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin D
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    Meta-analysis2,495 participants19 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin D
  22. Vitamin D Status and Mortality: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies.
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    Systematic review84 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin D
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    Meta-analysis42 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin D
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    Randomized trial144 participantsGeneral Health forZinc
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    Randomized trial937 participantsGeneral Health forZinc
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    Randomized trial4,753 participantsGeneral Health forZinc
  27. Effects of zinc and probiotic co-supplementation on inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms, quality of life, and mood in irritable bowel syndrome patients.
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    Randomized trial84 participantsGeneral Health forZinc
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    Randomized trial142 participantsGeneral Health forZinc
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    Meta-analysis2,538 participants18 studies pooledHair Health forFolate
  30. Quantitative Analysis of Selected Circulating Hematological Biomarkers, Essential Minerals, Vitamins, and Thyroid Hormones in Females Affected by Hair Loss.
    Al-Fawaeir S; Al-Odat I · Diseases (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025
    Case-control study200 participantsHair Health forFolate
  31. Twelve weeks of protracted venous infusion of fluorouracil (5-FU) is as effective as 6 months of bolus 5-FU and folinic acid as adjuvant treatment in colorectal cancer.
    Saini A; Norman AR; Cunningham D; Chau I; Hill M; Tait D; Hickish T; Iveson T; Lofts F; Jodrell D; Ross PJ; Oates J · British journal of cancer · 2003
    Randomized trialHair Health forFolate
  32. Role of oxaliplatin combined with 5-fluorouracil and folinic acid in the first- and second-line treatment of advanced colorectal cancer.
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    Randomized trialHair Health forFolate
  33. Phase I-II study of vinorelbine in combination with 5-fluorouracil and folinic acid as first-line chemotherapy in metastatic breast cancer: a regimen with a low subjective toxic burden.
    Nolè F; de Braud F; Aapro M; Minchella I; De Pas TM; Zampino MG; Monti S; Andreoni G; Goldhirsch A · Annals of oncology : official journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology · 1997
    Randomized trialHair Health forFolate
  34. [Evaluation of the role of dietary intake in the occurrence of alopecia].
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    Case-control study272 participantsHair Health forIodine
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    Davidovici B; Drutin Y; Ben-Tov A; Mimouni D; Wohl Y · Journal of personalized medicine · 2026
    Case-control study100,203 participantsHair Health forIron
  36. Iron Deficiency and Nonscarring Alopecia in Women: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Treister-Goltzman Y; Yarza S; Peleg R · Skin appendage disorders · 2022
    Meta-analysis10,029 participants36 studies pooledHair Health forIron
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    Cohort study261 participantsHair Health forIron
  38. Assessment of Serum Ferritin Levels in Female Patients With Telogen Effluvium.
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    Cross-sectional study100 participantsHair Health forIron
  39. Diagnosis and treatment of female alopecia: Focusing on the iron deficiency-related alopecia.
    Lin CS; Chan LY; Wang JH; Chang CH · Tzu chi medical journal · 2023
    Cohort study155 participantsHair Health forIron
  40. Increased prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with alopecia areata: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Lee S; Kim BJ; Lee CH; Lee WS · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV · 2018
    Meta-analysis2,039 participants14 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin D
  41. Intralesional vitamin D3 in treatment of alopecia areata: A randomized controlled clinical trial.
    Rashad AF; Elgamal E; Fouda I · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2022
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forVitamin D
  42. Vitamin D and its Analogs in Treatment of Mild to Moderate Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Alsaati AA; Kaliyadan F; Alsaadoun D; Alzakry LM; Alzabadin RA; Hakami TH; Rubaian NFB · Indian dermatology online journal · 2025
    Meta-analysisHair Health forVitamin D
  43. Topical calcipotriol vs narrowband ultraviolet B in treatment of alopecia areata: a randomized-controlled trial.
    El Taieb MA; Hegazy EM; Ibrahim HM; Osman AB; Abualhamd M · Archives of dermatological research · 2020
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forVitamin D
  44. Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D in non-scarring alopecia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Chen Y; Dong X; Wang Y; Li Y; Xiong L; Li L · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024
    Meta-analysis10,670 participants23 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin D
  45. The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial.
    Berger RS; Fu JL; Smiles KA; Turner CB; Schnell BM; Werchowski KM; Lammers KM · The British journal of dermatology · 2003
    Randomized trial200 participantsHair Health forZinc
  46. Incubatory environment of the scalp impacts pre-emergent hair to affect post-emergent hair cuticle integrity.
    Schwartz JR; Henry JP; Kerr KM; Flagler MJ; Page SH; Redman-Furey N · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2018
    Randomized trialHair Health forZinc
  47. A comparison of hair quality and cosmetic acceptance following the use of two anti-dandruff shampoos.
    Draelos ZD; Kenneally DC; Hodges LT; Billhimer W; Copas M; Margraf C · The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings · 2006
    Randomized trial40 participantsHair Health forZinc
  48. BMI and levels of zinc, copper in hair, serum and urine of Turkish male patients with androgenetic alopecia.
    Ozturk P; Kurutas E; Ataseven A; Dokur N; Gumusalan Y; Gorur A; Tamer L; Inaloz S · Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology : organ of the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements (GMS) · 2015
    Case-control study216 participantsHair Health forZinc
  49. Analysis of serum zinc and copper concentrations in hair loss.
    Kil MS; Kim CW; Kim SS · Annals of dermatology · 2013
    Case-control study342 participantsHair Health forZinc