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Men's Multivitamin
California Gold Nutrition Gummies
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(6113 ratings)
Chromium 35 mcg
Molybdenum 11.3 mcg
Score 60.0
California Gold Nutrition Men's Multivitamin offers a gummy option for daily essential nutrient intake, specifically tailored for men. While it aims for convenience, its use of Vitamin D2, lower biotin, and significantly higher carbohydrate and calorie count per serving make it a less optimal choice compared to other gummy multivitamins, let alone more potent pill forms.
Quantity: 90 Gummy(ies)Servings size: 3 Gummy(ies) (30 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Heart Health
Energy
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Metabolism Boost
Weight Loss
leaderboard Score 60.0
California Gold Nutrition Men's Multivitamin offers a gummy option for daily essential nutrient intake, specifically tailored for men. While it aims for convenience, its use of Vitamin D2, lower biotin, and significantly higher carbohydrate and calorie count per serving make it a less optimal choice compared to other gummy multivitamins, let alone more potent pill forms.
This men's multivitamin from California Gold Nutrition attempts to provide a comprehensive blend in a gummy format, including basic vitamins and minerals like Zinc, Chromium, and Molybdenum. However, several aspects detract from its overall value. The use of Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol) instead of the more bioavailable Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) is a significant drawback for bone health and general immunity. Furthermore, its notably high carbohydrate (10g) and calorie (40 calories) per serving are substantial for a multivitamin, which might be a concern for many users. The biotin content is also remarkably low at only 3mcg. While it provides a basic set of nutrients, it struggles to deliver on the broader, more ambitious goals it lists due to these formulation choices and moderate potencies.
- Convenient and palatable gummy form.
- Contains essential vitamins and some male-relevant minerals.
- High in sugar and calories for a multivitamin gummy (10g carbs, 40 calories per serving).
- Uses less effective Vitamin D2 form.
- Lower doses of some key nutrients compared to peers (e.g., Biotin, Zinc).
- Lacks the comprehensive profile for broad health claims.
- Diabetics or those on low-carb/calorie diets should avoid due to high sugar/carb content.
- May not adequately address Vitamin D needs due to the D2 form.
$12.00($0.40 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 12.00 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 40 Calorie(s) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10 Gram(s) |
| Vitamin A (Retinyl Acetate) | 450 mcg |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 30 mg |
| Vitamin D (Vitamin D2, Ergocalciferol) | 20 mcg |
| Vitamin E (DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate) | 15 mg |
| Niacin (Nicotinamide) | 16 mg |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 3.4 mg |
| Folate | 306 mcg DFE |
| Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) | 7.2 mcg |
| Biotin (D-Biotin) | 3 mcg |
| Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 5 mg |
| Iodine (Potassium Iodide) | 38 mcg |
| Zinc (Zinc Citrate) | 2.7 mg |
| Chromium (Chromium Chloride) | 35 mcg |
| Molybdenum (Sodium Molybdate) | 11.3 mcg |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Categories
Chromium 55.0
Provides 35mcg of Chromium Chloride, a form that may be less bioavailable than Chromium Picolinate commonly found in other supplements. This dose is also on the lower side for any targeted metabolic effect or significant impact on glucose regulation.
Molybdenum 55.0
Contains 11.3mcg of Sodium Molybdate, a common form. The dosage is adequate for meeting daily requirements and preventing deficiency, but it doesn't offer any significant therapeutic advantage for specific conditions.
Goals
Energy 65.0
Includes a standard complex of B vitamins necessary for energy metabolism, which can help convert food into usable energy. While generally supportive for baseline energy, the potency is moderate and not exceptional compared to more focused B-complex supplements.
General Health 65.0
Offers a range of essential vitamins and minerals, helping to cover basic nutritional needs. However, the use of Vitamin D2, which is less bioavailable than D3, and the notably low biotin content reduce its overall comprehensiveness for general health compared to better-formulated alternatives.
Heart Health 60.0
Contains basic vitamins (C, E, B vitamins) supportive of general cardiovascular health by acting as antioxidants or cofactors. However, the presence of high sugar content (10g carbohydrates per serving) is counterproductive for optimal heart health, potentially outweighing the benefits of included vitamins.
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