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Flintstones with Iron

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Iron 18 mg
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Score63
A children's multivitamin chewable that provides 18 mg of iron and is best matched to a demonstrated need. Form quality and supporting nutrients determine whether it stands out.
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Quantity:60 Tablet(s) • (60 servings)
Goals:
Immunity
Energy
Hair Health

Score 63

A children's multivitamin chewable that provides 18 mg of iron and is best matched to a demonstrated need. Form quality and supporting nutrients determine whether it stands out.
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Analysis

The 18 mg serving uses iron of an undisclosed chemical form, a meaningful amount whose absorption and tolerance are hard to judge without a named form. Vitamin C, folate, vitamin B12, and zinc broaden nutritional coverage, though zinc can compete with iron uptake.

The amount is designed for child-focused supplementation rather than adult deficiency correction. Benefit depends on an age-appropriate, demonstrated iron need, so the serving should follow pediatric guidance.

The supplied label data lists iodine at 90 mg, an implausibly high amount that must be checked against the physical label before use. Iron-containing chewables also require secure storage because accidental ingestion can be dangerous.

Who is it for
  • children with a confirmed need for supplemental iron
  • Caregivers following pediatric iron guidance
  • People who prefer a children's multivitamin chewable
Best for
  • Age-appropriate iron support
  • Need-based iron intake
  • Budget-conscious long-term supply

Pros

  • Clearly states 18 mg of iron
  • iron of an undisclosed chemical form is explicitly identified
  • Very low serving cost

Cons

  • Vitamin C, folate, vitamin B12, and zinc broaden nutritional coverage, though zinc can compete with iron uptake.
  • Iron source is a meaningful amount whose absorption and tolerance are hard to judge without a named form
  • No broad pathway coverage beyond iron

Warnings

  • Verify the supplied 90 mg iodine listing against the physical label before any use.
  • Keep the iron-containing chewables securely away from children to prevent accidental overdose.
  • Use the age-specific serving; the formula is not intended as an adult high-potency iron treatment.

Nutrient quality

52 Moderate impact

The iron form is not identified, which prevents a confident absorption assessment. The child-focused iron amount is meaningful, but it should match age and a demonstrated need.

Ingredient transparency

70 High impact

Listed active ingredients have stated amounts, and no proprietary blend hides a combined total. Complete intake directions and inactive ingredients are not supplied, while several nutrient forms, including iron, are left unspecified.

Customer satisfaction

67 High impact

The average rating is mixed, and the review count is large. No review text is supplied to assess recurring complaints or purpose-specific experience.

Value for money

64 Moderate impact

Broad vitamin coverage supports some value, but missing forms and the questionable iodine listing sharply reduce confidence. The serving cost is modest, although an implausible label value prevents a clean value judgment.

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Goals

Immunity
Immunity
Impact
High effect
A- Goal FitF Strength of SupportB CoverageB Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 25 mgZinc · 5 mgVitamin A · 400 mcgVitamin D · 15 mcg

A broad set of vitamins plus iron and zinc could help cover several nutritional gaps when the age-specific serving is followed. The formula is more complete than a single-nutrient chewable.

The supplied data states 90 mg of iodine, an amount that would be dangerously high and may reflect a label-data unit error. That iodine figure should be verified against the physical label before any use, and the iron-containing tablets must be kept away from accidental child access.

Study evidence
Iron Supportive 23 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Energy
Energy
Impact
Moderate effect
B- Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportD CoverageC Formula Quality
Iodine · 90 mgVitamin D · 15 mcgVitamin B5 · 3 mgRiboflavin · 0.6 mgThiamin · 0.49 mgVitamin B12 · 1.2 mcgIron · 18 mg

Iron and several B vitamins support oxygen transport and basic energy metabolism. The iron amount is meaningful, but the B-vitamin amounts are modest and the iron form is not identified.

The children-focused chewable is not a comprehensive energy formula and should be matched to age-specific nutritional needs. Because accidental iron overdose is especially dangerous for children, the tablets require secure storage.

Study evidence
Iron Supportive 74 studies
Hair Health
Hair Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C Goal FitC- Strength of SupportC- CoverageD Formula Quality
Biotin · 12 mcgVitamin D · 15 mcgZinc · 5 mgIron · 18 mgVitamin C · 25 mg

Iron, zinc, vitamin D, biotin, and B-vitamins may support hair when a nutrient deficiency is present. The children's multivitamin is not designed as a targeted hair formula, and several active forms are undisclosed.

The supplied data list 90 mg iodine, an amount that would be unsafe and requires immediate label verification before use. Iron-containing chewables must also be stored securely away from children because accidental iron overdose can be dangerous.

Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 4 studies
Iodine No effect 1 study
Iron Disputed 25 studies
Vitamin C Mixed 5 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Total Carbohydrates
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
 400 mcg
Vitamin C
25 mg
Vitamin D
15 mcg
Vitamin E
7 mg
Thiamine
0.49 mg
Riboflavin
0.6 mg
Niacin
8 mg
Vitamin B6
0.6 mg
Folate
200 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12
1.2 mcg
Biotin
12 mcg
Pantothenic Acid
3 mg
Iron
18 mg
Iodine
90 mg
Zinc
5 mg
Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free Children 4+ Children 1–4
Report overview
Iron · 18 mg OverallScore66
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The iron amount reaches an effective adult serving, but the chemical form is not disclosed and the chewable format offers limited evidence of digestive gentleness. Vitamin C is below the amount specified for absorption support, while zinc in the same formula may compete with iron uptake. The serving is inexpensive and simple, but the iron-containing chewables should be kept securely away from children to reduce accidental overdose risk.

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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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    Van Wyck DB; Mangione A; Morrison J; Hadley PE; Jehle JA; Goodnough LT · Transfusion · 2010
    Randomized trial477 participantsEnergy forIron
  2. The Effect of Parenteral or Oral Iron Supplementation on Fatigue, Sleep, Quality of Life and Restless Legs Syndrome in Iron-Deficient Blood Donors: A Secondary Analysis of the IronWoMan RCT.
    Macher S; Herster C; Holter M; Moritz M; Matzhold EM; Stojakovic T; Pieber TR; Schlenke P; Drexler C; Amrein K · Nutrients · 2021
    Randomized trial176 participantsEnergy forIron
  3. Ferric carboxymaltose vs. oral iron in the treatment of pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia: an international, open-label, randomized controlled trial (FER-ASAP).
    Breymann C; Milman N; Mezzacasa A; Bernard R; Dudenhausen J; FER-ASAP investigators · Journal of perinatal medicine · 2018
    Randomized trial252 participantsEnergy forIron
  4. Effect of iron therapy on fatigue symptoms in non-anaemic iron deficient women of reproductive age- A Randomized Controlled Trial.
    Sultana N; Bajwa FA; Sikandar MZ; Haider MM; Majeed T · JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association · 2026
    Randomized trial164 participantsEnergy forIron
  5. Intravenous iron isomaltoside treatment of women suffering from severe fatigue after postpartum hemorrhage.
    Holm C; Thomsen LL; Langhoff-Roos J · The journal of maternal-fetal & neonatal medicine : the official journal of the European Association of Perinatal Medicine, the Federation of Asia and Oceania Perinatal Societies, the International Society of Perinatal Obstetricians · 2019
    Randomized trial85 participantsEnergy forIron
  6. The Role of Sesbania grandiflora-Derived Biotin and Bambusa arundinacea-Derived Silica Extracts in Promoting Hair, Skin, and Nail Health: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study.
    Patel MN; Maheshvari J; Patel N · Cureus · 2025
    Randomized trial105 participantsHair Health forBiotin
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    Schulpis KH; Karikas GA; Tjamouranis J; Regoutas S; Tsakiris S · Epilepsia · 2001
    Clinical trial125 participantsHair Health forBiotin
  8. Vitamins A, B, C, and D: A Short Review for the Dermatologist.
    Coerdt KM; Goggins CA; Khachemoune A · Alternative therapies in health and medicine · 2021
    Narrative reviewHair Health forBiotin
  9. The Infatuation With Biotin Supplementation: Is There Truth Behind Its Rising Popularity? A Comparative Analysis of Clinical Efficacy versus Social Popularity.
    Soleymani T; Lo Sicco K; Shapiro J · Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2018
    Narrative reviewHair Health forBiotin
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    El Fékih N; Kamoun H; Fazaa B; El Ati J; Zouari B; Kamoun MR; Gaigi S · Revue medicale de Liege · 2010
    Case-control study272 participantsHair Health forIodine
  11. The Association Between Alopecia Areata and Iron Deficiency Anemia: A Large-Scale Population-Based Case-Control Study.
    Davidovici B; Drutin Y; Ben-Tov A; Mimouni D; Wohl Y · Journal of personalized medicine · 2026
    Case-control study100,203 participantsHair Health forIron
  12. 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
  13. Comparative Analysis of Postoperative Hair Loss and Micronutrient Deficiencies After One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy.
    Chinisaz F; Maleki T; Najjari K; Miratashi Yazdi SA · Obesity surgery · 2026
    Cohort study261 participantsHair Health forIron
  14. Assessment of Serum Ferritin Levels in Female Patients With Telogen Effluvium.
    Thamotharan N; Harikumar MV; Sundaram M; Swaminathan A; Rangarajan S · Cureus · 2026
    Cross-sectional study100 participantsHair Health forIron
  15. 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
  16. Management of hair loss associated with endocrine therapy in patients with breast cancer: an overview.
    Karatas F; Sahin S; Sever AR; Altundag K · SpringerPlus · 2016
    Narrative reviewHair Health forVitamin C
  17. Elucidating causal relationships of diet-derived circulating antioxidants and the risk of non-scarring alopecia: A Mendelian randomization study.
    Ba Y; Shen L; Peng X; Zhang Y; Wang J · Medicine · 2024
    Methods validation study201,019 participantsHair Health forVitamin C
  18. Alterations of plasma antioxidants and mitochondrial DNA mutation in hair follicles of smokers.
    Liu CS; Chen HW; Lii CK; Tsai CS; Kuo CL; Wei YH · Environmental and molecular mutagenesis · 2002
    Observational studyHair Health forVitamin C
  19. Removal of synthetic hair dye using formamidine sulfinic acid and other sulfinate precursors.
    Hawkes JA; Lewis DM; Mama J; Murray J · International journal of cosmetic science · 2026
    Methods validation studyHair Health forVitamin C
  20. A Zinc Sulphate-Resistant Acrodermatitis Enteropathica Patient with a Novel Mutation in SLC39A4 Gene.
    Kilic M; Taskesen M; Coskun T; Gürakan F; Tokatli A; Sivri HS; Dursun A; Schmitt S; Küry S · JIMD reports · 2013
    Case reportHair Health forVitamin C
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
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    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
  26. 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
  27. Incubatory environment of the scalp impacts pre-emergent hair to affect post-emergent hair cuticle integrity.
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    Randomized trialHair Health forZinc
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
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    Macdougall LG; Anderson R; McNab GM; Katz J · The Journal of pediatrics · 1975
    Single-arm trial27 participantsImmunity forIron
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    Mu Q; Chen L; Gao X; Shen S; Sheng W; Min J; Wang F · Science bulletin · 2023
    Narrative reviewImmunity forIron
  33. Hepcidin--a peptide hormone at the interface of innate immunity and iron metabolism.
    Ganz T · Current topics in microbiology and immunology · 2006
    Narrative reviewImmunity forIron
  34. Adaptive immunity and vaccination - iron in the spotlight.
    Preston AE; Drakesmith H; Frost JN · Immunotherapy advances · 2025
    Narrative reviewImmunity forIron
  35. Buried Treasure: Evolutionary Perspectives on Microbial Iron Piracy.
    Barber MF; Elde NC · Trends in genetics : TIG · 2016
    Narrative reviewImmunity forIron
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    Vlieg-Boerstra B; de Jong N; Meyer R; Agostoni C; De Cosmi V; Grimshaw K; Milani GP; Muraro A; Oude Elberink H; Pali-Schöll I; Roduit C; Sasaki M; Skypala I; Sokolowska M; van Splunter M; Untersmayr E; Venter C; O'Mahony L; Nwaru BI · Allergy · 2022
    Meta-analysis199,055 participants115 studies pooledImmunity forZinc
  37. Zinc supplementation reduces the incidence of acute lower respiratory infections in infants and preschool children: a double-blind, controlled trial.
    Sazawal S; Black RE; Jalla S; Mazumdar S; Sinha A; Bhan MK · Pediatrics · 1998
    Randomized trial609 participantsImmunity forZinc
  38. A randomized controlled trial of zinc supplementation in the treatment of acute respiratory tract infection in Thai children.
    Rerksuppaphol S; Rerksuppaphol L · Pediatric reports · 2020
    Randomized trial64 participantsImmunity forZinc
  39. The effect of zinc and vitamin A supplementation on immune response in an older population.
    Fortes C; Forastiere F; Agabiti N; Fano V; Pacifici R; Virgili F; Piras G; Guidi L; Bartoloni C; Tricerri A; Zuccaro P; Ebrahim S; Perucci CA · Journal of the American Geriatrics Society · 1998
    Randomized trial136 participantsImmunity forZinc
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    Systematic review13 studies pooledImmunity forZinc