Formula C

Multivitamin, mineral, and trace element capsules with methylfolate and methyl-B12. Supports daily nutrition, growth, and development.

What it is

Formula C is a multiple vitamin, mineral, and trace element supplement in vegetarian capsules. It carries the fat-soluble vitamins A (mostly as natural carotenes), D3, E, and K1; the B group, with folate as Metafolin® L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate and B12 as methylcobalamin; vitamin C; choline and inositol; minerals largely as Albion® TRAACS® glycinate chelates; and citrus bioflavonoids, mixed tocopherols, lutein and zeaxanthin.

Who it's for

A multivitamin of this breadth supports normal growth and development, immune function, energy metabolism, bone and eye health, and antioxidant defenses. It fits a child who eats a narrow range of foods and adults who want one foundational formula. Six capsules make a serving, so capsule swallowing is required.

Format and how to take

A 180-capsule bottle, 30 servings. Label suggested use: adults or children 4 or more years of age, 6 capsules daily with food; children under 4 years of age, as directed by a healthcare professional. Store in a cool, dry place (59 to 85 F) away from direct light.

Ingredients

Per 6 capsules (30 servings per container), from the label: vitamin A 1,650 mcg RAE (64% as natural carotenes from D. salina, 36% as palmitate) 183% DV; vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) 500 mg 556%; vitamin D3 25 mcg 125%; vitamin E (RRR-alpha-tocopheryl acid succinate and RRR-alpha-tocopherol) 100 mg 667%; vitamin K1 (phytonadione) 60 mcg 50%; thiamin 25 mg 2,083%; riboflavin 15 mg 1,154%; niacin (niacinamide and niacin) 60 mg 375%; vitamin B6 (pyridoxine HCl and pyridoxal-5'-phosphate) 15 mg 882%; folate (Metafolin® calcium L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 680 mcg DFE (400 mcg) 170%; vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 50 mcg 2,083%; biotin 300 mcg 1,000%; pantothenic acid 50 mg 1,000%; choline (bitartrate) 75 mg 14%; calcium (citrate-malate) 100 mg 8%; iodine (potassium iodide) 150 mcg 100%; magnesium (TRAACS® bisglycinate chelate, oxide) 100 mg 24%; zinc (TRAACS® bisglycinate chelate) 15 mg 136%; selenium (Se-methylseleno-L-cysteine) 100 mcg 182%; manganese (TRAACS® bisglycinate chelate) 2 mg 87%; chromium (TRAACS® nicotinate glycinate chelate) 150 mcg 429%; molybdenum (TRAACS® glycinate chelate) 100 mcg 222%; potassium (chloride) 100 mg 2%; boron (glycinate complex) 2 mg; vanadium (bisglycinato oxovanadium) 50 mcg; inositol 25 mg; citrus bioflavonoids complex (85 mg Citrus aurantium extract standardized to 50% hesperidin, 15 mg hesperidin methyl chalcone) 100 mg; natural mixed tocopherols (RRR-beta, delta, gamma) 4 mg; natural mixed carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin from D. salina) 20 mcg.

Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, L-leucine, and vegetarian capsule (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, water). No allergen statement appears in the label text; no iron or copper is listed.

Precautions

From the label: do not use if the shrinkwrap is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children. No pregnancy, nursing, or medication warning appears on the label; ask your practitioner if any apply.