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Gold Natural Grape Flavor
NaturesPlus Source of Life Animal Parade
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(5251 ratings)
Choline 0.01 mg
Vitamin K 40 mcg
Iodine 100 mcg
Copper 1 mg
Iron 5 mg
Chromium 60 mcg
Manganese 1 mg
Score 85.0
A comprehensive, kid-friendly chewable multivitamin that covers a broad range of essential nutrients for children's general health, bone support, and immunity, although some specific ingredient dosages are too low to provide significant targeted benefits.
Quantity: 120 Tablet(s)Servings size: 2 Chewable Tablet(s) (60 servings)
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Cognitive Support
leaderboard Score 85.0
A comprehensive, kid-friendly chewable multivitamin that covers a broad range of essential nutrients for children's general health, bone support, and immunity, although some specific ingredient dosages are too low to provide significant targeted benefits.
This product, while marketed as a general multivitamin for children under the 'Animal Parade' line, aims to support a very wide range of health goals including brain health, immunity, bone health, and energy. It contains a diverse array of vitamins and minerals, many in well-absorbed forms like methylcobalamin for B12 and K2 as menatetrenone. The inclusion of a small probiotic blend and essential fatty acid complex, despite their low quantities, attempts to provide additional benefits. However, some key ingredient dosages, particularly Choline and Potassium, are extremely low, rendering them ineffective for their purported goals, even for children. While a great general daily supplement for nutritional gaps in kids, its 'all-in-one' approach means it may not deliver significant targeted benefits for every listed goal at the specified dosages.
- Offers a very wide spectrum of essential vitamins and minerals for children's overall health.
- Includes highly bioavailable forms of key vitamins, such as Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2 (Menatetrenone), and Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin).
- Contains a small blend of probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Streptococcus thermophilus) and bioflavonoids for added support.
- The chewable tablet format and natural grape flavor are appealing and convenient for children.
- Reasonably priced per serving for a comprehensive children's multivitamin.
- The choline content (0.01mg) is extremely low, making its contribution to brain and cognitive goals negligible.
- Potassium (1.00mg) and Magnesium (10.00mg) dosages are very minimal, unlikely to provide significant benefits for related goals like heart health or metabolism.
- The listed 'Essential Fatty Acid Complex' and 'Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex' are in extremely small quantities (2.00mg and 0.20mg respectively) and may not provide meaningful physiological effects.
- While it covers many goals, the dosages for some ingredients are more aligned with preventing deficiencies than providing a therapeutic effect for specific health concerns.
- Parents should ensure this product's dosages are appropriate for their child's specific age and dietary needs, as it's formulated as a general multivitamin.
- Individuals with specific health concerns related to the low-dosed ingredients (e.g., choline for cognitive support) may need additional targeted supplementation.
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2 Gram(s) |
| Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene) | 1500 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 60 mg |
| Vitamin D3 | 13 mcg |
| Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate) | 20 mg |
| Vitamin K2 (Menatetrenone) | 40 mcg |
| Thiamine (Vitamin B1, Thiamine Hydrochloride) | 1.5 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 1.7 mg |
| Niacin (Niacinamide) | 20 mg NE |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 2 mg |
| Folate (Calcium L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate) | 17 mcg DFE |
| Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) | 6 mcg |
| Biotin | 50 mcg |
| Pantothenic Acid (Calcium Pantothenate) | 10 mg |
| Choline (Choline Bitartrate) | 0.01 mg |
| Calcium (Calcium Aminoate) | 50 mg |
| Iron (Iron Aminoate Complex) | 5 mg |
| Iodine (Kelp) | 100 mcg |
| Magnesium (Magnesium Aminoate Complex) | 10 mg |
| Zinc (Zinc Aminoate) | 3 mg |
| Selenium (Sodium Selenite) | 35 mcg |
| Copper (Copper Aminoate Complex) | 1 mg |
| Manganese (Manganese Aminoate Complex) | 1 mg |
| Chromium (Chromium Picolinate) | 60 mcg |
| Potassium (Potassium Aminoate Complex) | 1 mg |
| Essential Fatty Acid Complex (Sunflower, Spirulina, Flax) | 2 mg |
| Enzyme Blend | 1.4 mg |
| Lutein (active Carotenoid) | 0.5 mg |
| Lactbacillus acidophilus | 0.25 mg |
| Lactobacillus plantarum | 0.25 mg |
| Streptococcus thermophilus | 0.25 mg |
| Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex (Citrus limon) | 0.2 mg |
Categories
Iodine 90.0
Sourced from Kelp (100mcg), this offers a natural and highly appropriate dosage of iodine, essential for healthy thyroid function and overall metabolic regulation.
Iron 85.0
Contains 5mg of Iron as an aminoate complex, which is a well-tolerated and bioavailable form, providing a beneficial amount, especially for preventing iron deficiency in children.
Vitamin K 80.0
Includes a good and bioavailable form of Vitamin K2 (Menatetrenone, 40mcg), which is crucial for bone mineralization and cardiovascular health, making it a valuable addition to this multi.
Goals
General Health 90.0
As a children's multivitamin, it offers an exceptionally broad spectrum of essential vitamins and minerals, effectively filling common dietary gaps and providing robust foundational support for overall health and development.
Bone Health 85.0
This multivitamin provides a beneficial combination of Calcium, a good dose of Vitamin D3, and an excellent amount of Vitamin K2, all working synergistically to support proper calcium utilization and strong bone development.
Immunity 85.0
Boasts a strong immune-supporting profile with ample Vitamin C, D3, Zinc, Selenium, and a probiotic blend, providing robust support for a child's developing immune system.
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