![]() At 3g of sugar and 20 calories per serving, Vitafusion Prenatal Gummies recorded the highest value for both attributes. 19 of 22 tested supplements were listed at under 10 calories per serving. Most prenatal vitamins recorded low values across the board here. Labdoor’s Nutritional Value calculations are largely based on macronutrient ratios, with added sugars, sodium, and cholesterol also penalized in this rating. Prenatal vitamins averaged an 84.7 rating (of 100) for Nutritional Value. Samples of every multivitamin passed all six heavy metals assays, indicating that samples contained under 1 PPM (part per million) each of antimony, arsenic, bismuth, cadmium, lead, and silver compounds. Among the vitamins, vitamins A and C were the most likely to fall below their label claims, with 5 products recording 10% less vitamin A than claimed and 3 products recording 10% less vitamin C than claimed.Īll 22 prenatal vitamins passed heavy metal screens for arsenic, cadmium, and lead (<1 PPM).Īll 22 prenatal supplements were screened by Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)-based techniques for the presence of heavy metals. Mineral content fared well, with iron, magnesium and manganese all recording average absolute variances below 10%. The average product contained 1000 mcg of folic acid, which matched the IOM-established Tolerable Upper Limit (1000 mcg).Īverage absolute variance ranged from 15.5% (vitamin B3) to 47.2% (vitamin B6) in vitamin content and from 4.5% (iron) to 135% (potassium) in mineral content. Products received reduced Ingredient Safety ratings for the presence of key watchlist ingredients, including three artificial coloring agents (Blue 2, Yellow 6, and Red 40) and two controversial preservatives (butylated hydroxytoluene and benzoic acid).ĩ prenatal vitamins contained at least 20% more folic acid vs. Samples of every prenatal supplement passed all six heavy metal assays. Prenatal vitamins were penalized for utilizing lesser forms of key active ingredients, such as ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) instead of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). The relative bioavailabilities of different vitamin and mineral forms factored heavily into this analysis. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.Labdoor analyzed 22 best-selling prenatal vitamin supplements in the United States, measuring levels of key vitamins (A, B3, B6, C, D, and folic acid), minerals (calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and zinc), fatty acids (total omega-3, EPA, and DHA), and heavy metals (antimony, arsenic, bismuth, cadmium, lead, and silver). These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drugs Administration. This product contains fish oil that meets or exceeds leading government and industry quality and purity standards. Certified B Corporation: Proud to be a Certified B Corporation. DHA: Extracted from a purified marine source, this essential fatty acid supports healthy brain & eye development for baby. The Goods Inside: Folic Acid: More important now than ever - this B vitamin supports the growth & development of your little peanut and all their budding parts. It also delivers the good stuff to your precious cargo. Whether it’s before, during or after your pregnacy, this nutring blend of essential nutrients will help keep you healthy and energined. The Perfect Little Bundle: Say hello to your body's (and your baby's) new BFF. ![]() Naturally Tasty: A belly-friendly blend of sweet citrus fruits. With complete multivitamin for mommy & baby. ![]() Gentle on stomach (No iron added, which can promote stomach upset).
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