ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango, 8 fl oz (237 ml) supplement bottle
ChildLife Essentials

Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango, 8 fl oz (237 ml)

What We Researched
26 active ingredients analyzed · 7 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
76
Product Score Fair
78
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Vitamin A Palmitate and Beta Carotene) 250 mcg 50%
Vitamin C (as Sodium Ascorbate and Ascorbic Acid) 68 mg 136%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (140 IU) 3.5 mcg 35%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 6.5 mg 130%
Thiamin (as Thiamin HCl) 1 mg 333%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 1 mg 250%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 5 mg 125%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCl) 1 mg 333%
Folate (as Folic Acid) (66 mcg Folic Acid) 110 mcg DFE 138%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 3 mcg 600%
Biotin (as d-Biotin) 33 mcg 550%
Pantothenic Acid (as d-Panthenol) 3.5 mg 194%
Calcium (as Calcium Lactate) 28 mg 11%
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 25 mcg 19%
Magnesium (as Magnesium Lactate) 7.5 mg 10%
Zinc (as Zinc Gluconate) 2.5 mg 83%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 18 mcg 90%
Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 0.8 mg 133%
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) 3.5 mcg 64%
Potassium (as Potassium Citrate) 8 mg 1%
Inositol 10 mg
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Vitamin A Palmitate and Beta Carotene) Fair
  • Vitamin C (as Sodium Ascorbate and Ascorbic Acid) Good
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (140 IU) Good
  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) Good
  • Thiamin (as Thiamin HCl) Fair
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) Good
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Folate (as Folic Acid) (66 mcg Folic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Biotin (as d-Biotin) Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as d-Panthenol) Good
  • Calcium (as Calcium Lactate) Good
  • Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) Good
  • Magnesium (as Magnesium Lactate) Good
  • Zinc (as Zinc Gluconate) Good
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) Good
  • Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) Good
  • Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) Good
  • Potassium (as Potassium Citrate) Good
  • Inositol Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Purified Water
  • Fructose
  • Natural Flavors
  • Citric Acid
  • Xanthan Gum
  • Potassium Sorbate (To Preserve Freshness)
  • Grapefruit Seed Extract
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Vitamin A Palmitate and Beta Carotene) 250 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C (as Sodium Ascorbate and Ascorbic Acid) 68 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (140 IU) 3.5 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 6.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Thiamin (as Thiamin HCl) 1 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 1 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) 5 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCl) 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Folate (as Folic Acid) (66 mcg Folic Acid) 110 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 3 mcg Effective
  • Biotin (as d-Biotin) 33 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as d-Panthenol) 3.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (as Calcium Lactate) 28 mg Under-dosed
  • Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 25 mcg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (as Magnesium Lactate) 7.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as Zinc Gluconate) 2.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 18 mcg Under-dosed
  • Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 0.8 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) 3.5 mcg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (as Potassium Citrate) 8 mg Under-dosed
  • Inositol 10 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 10
Total Carbohydrate 3 g 3%
Total Sugars 3 g
Includes Added Sugars 3 g
Vitamin A (as Vitamin A Palmitate and Beta Carotene) 250 mcg 50%
Vitamin C (as Sodium Ascorbate and Ascorbic Acid) 68 mg 136%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (140 IU) 3.5 mcg 35%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 6.5 mg 130%
Thiamin (as Thiamin HCl) 1 mg 333%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 1 mg 250%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 5 mg 125%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCl) 1 mg 333%
Folate (as Folic Acid) (66 mcg Folic Acid) 110 mcg DFE 138%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 3 mcg 600%
Biotin (as d-Biotin) 33 mcg 550%
Pantothenic Acid (as d-Panthenol) 3.5 mg 194%
Calcium (as Calcium Lactate) 28 mg 11%
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 25 mcg 19%
Magnesium (as Magnesium Lactate) 7.5 mg 10%
Zinc (as Zinc Gluconate) 2.5 mg 83%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 18 mcg 90%
Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 0.8 mg 133%
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) 3.5 mcg 64%
Sodium 5 mg
Potassium (as Potassium Citrate) 8 mg 1%
Inositol 10 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Purified Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Fructose Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Citric Acid Safe

Adds tartness and acts as a natural preservative. Also aids in ingredient stability.

Xanthan Gum Safe

Thickens and stabilizes liquid and semi-solid supplements.

Potassium Sorbate (To Preserve Freshness) Generally_safe

It is used to prevent spoilage and extend the shelf life of the supplement.

Grapefruit Seed Extract Generally_safe

It is used to prevent microbial growth.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
ChildLife Essentials

Founded 2000 · El Segundo, CA, United States · 26 products · childlifenutrition.com/

Certifications

5 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

1 claim
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source

Violation History

1 incident
Lawsuit Trademark infringement/bad faith opposition regarding the Chinese translation of the 'ChildLife' brand name.2025Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango a good supplement?

ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango, 8 fl oz (237 ml) received a product quality score of 76/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 26 active ingredients with 47 servings per container. Of the 7 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, ChildLife Essentials, holds a brand trust score of 78/100 with 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango?

ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango contains 26 active ingredients: Calories (10), Total Carbohydrate (3 g), Total Sugars (3 g), Includes Added Sugars (3 g), Vitamin A (as Vitamin A Palmitate and Beta Carotene) (250 mcg), Vitamin C (as Sodium Ascorbate and Ascorbic Acid) (68 mg), and 20 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Thiamin at 333% DV, Riboflavin at 250% DV, Vitamin B6 at 333% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango safe to take?

ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin & Mineral, Natural Orange/Mango, 8 fl oz (237 ml) has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is ChildLife Essentials a trustworthy supplement brand?

ChildLife Essentials receives a brand trust score of 78/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in El Segundo, CA, United States, the company offers 26 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: ChildLife Essentials has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

How much vitamin d3 should i take daily?

The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.

What does vitamin d do?

This is an important question for supplement consumers. The dietary supplement industry is largely self-regulated, which means product quality, ingredient transparency, and safety practices vary significantly between brands and products. The most reliable way to evaluate any supplement is to check for third-party testing certifications, review the full ingredient list and dosages, and research the brand's regulatory track record. GoodSupp's database of over 250,000 analyzed products provides independent quality scores, ingredient safety ratings, and brand trust reports to help you make evidence-based decisions.

How much vitamin d3 per day for a woman?

The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.

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