Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women, 240 Tablets supplement bottle
Dr. Mercola

Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women, 240 Tablets

What We Researched
49 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
81
Product Score Good
81
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene) 1,500 mcg 167%
Vitamin C (from Ascorbyl Palmitate, Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate‚ Magnesium Ascorbate) 500 mg 556%
Vitamin D3 (As Cholecalciferol) (5,000 IU) 125 mcg 625%
Vitamin E [As d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate (From Sunflower Oil)] 134 mg 893%
Thiamin (Vitamin B1) (As Thiamin HCl) 3 mg 250%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (As Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 3.4 mg 262%
Niacin (Vitamin B3) (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) 40 mg 250%
Vitamin B6 (As Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) 4 mg 235%
Folate(5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Calcium Salt) (800 mcg Folic Acid) 1,333 mcg DFE 333%
Vitamin B12 (As Methylcobalamin) 100 mcg 4167%
Biotin 900 mcg 3000%
Pantothenic Acid (From Calcium Pantothenate) 30 mg 600%
Choline (From Choline Bitartrate) 140 mg 25%
Calcium (From Calcium Citrate Malate and Calcium Ascorbate) 250 mg 19%
Iodine (From Kelp) 200 mcg 133%
Magnesium (From Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate and Magnesium Ascorbate) 500 mg 119%
Zinc (From Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) 15 mg 136%
Selenium (From Selenium Amino Acid Complex) 200 mcg 364%
Copper (From Copper Amino Acid Chelate) 0.05 mg 6%
Manganese (From Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) 2 mg 87%
Chromium (From Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) 200 mcg 571%
Molybdenum (From Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate Complex) 100 mcg 222%
Potassium (From Potassium Amino Acid Chelate) 100 mg 2%
Dr. Mercola's Blend for Women's Health[Cranberry (Fruit), Beet (Root)^, Kale (Leaf)^, Broccoli (Florets)^, Carrot (Root)^, Parsley (Leaf)^, Cauliflower (Florets), Garlic (Bulb), Green Cabbage (Leaf)^, Raspberry (Fruit)^, Blueberry (Fruit)^, Apple (Fruit)^, Spinach (Leaf)^, Strawberry (Fruit)^, Tomato (Fruit)^, Red Clover (Aerial), Shatavari (Root Extract), Evening  Primrose Oil, Diindolyl Methane] 1,581 mg **
L-Cysteine and N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine 150 mg **
Betaine (from Betaine HCl) 114 mg **
Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) 100 mg **
Inositol 100 mg **
Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex 100 mg **
Papain 100 mg **
Rose Hips 100 mg **
Silica 100 mg **
Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) 100 mg **
Bromelain 50 mg **
PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 50 mg **
Grape Seed Extract(95% Proanthocyanidins) 49 mg **
Hesperidin (from Citrus Fruits) 35 mg **
Rutin 25 mg **
L-Glutamic Acid 20 mg **
Grape Skin Extract (40% Polyphenols) 8 mg **
Lutein (from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (Flower)] 6 mg **
Lycopene [from Tomato (Fruit)] 6 mg **
Boron (from Bororganic Glycinate) 1.5 mg **
Zeaxanthin [from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (flower] 1 mg **
Pine Bark Extract (95% Proanthocyanidins) 1 mg **
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene) Fair
  • Vitamin C (from Ascorbyl Palmitate, Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate‚ Magnesium Ascorbate) Good
  • Vitamin D3 (As Cholecalciferol) (5,000 IU) Good
  • Vitamin E [As d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate (From Sunflower Oil)] Good
  • Thiamin (Vitamin B1) (As Thiamin HCl) Fair
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (As Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) Good
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3) (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (As Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) Good
  • Folate(5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Calcium Salt) (800 mcg Folic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (As Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (From Calcium Pantothenate) Good
  • Choline (From Choline Bitartrate) Poor
  • Calcium (From Calcium Citrate Malate and Calcium Ascorbate) Good
  • Iodine (From Kelp) Good
  • Magnesium (From Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate and Magnesium Ascorbate) Good
  • Zinc (From Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) Fair
  • Selenium (From Selenium Amino Acid Complex) Good
  • Copper (From Copper Amino Acid Chelate) Fair
  • Manganese (From Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Chromium (From Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Molybdenum (From Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate Complex) Good
  • Potassium (From Potassium Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Dr. Mercola's Blend for Women's Health[Cranberry (Fruit), Beet (Root)^, Kale (Leaf)^, Broccoli (Florets)^, Carrot (Root)^, Parsley (Leaf)^, Cauliflower (Florets), Garlic (Bulb), Green Cabbage (Leaf)^, Raspberry (Fruit)^, Blueberry (Fruit)^, Apple (Fruit)^, Spinach (Leaf)^, Strawberry (Fruit)^, Tomato (Fruit)^, Red Clover (Aerial), Shatavari (Root Extract), Evening  Primrose Oil, Diindolyl Methane] Fair
  • L-Cysteine and N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine Good
  • Betaine (from Betaine HCl) Fair
  • Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) Fair
  • Inositol Good
  • Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex Fair
  • Papain Fair
  • Rose Hips Fair
  • Silica Fair
  • Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) Good
  • Bromelain Good
  • PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) Good
  • Grape Seed Extract(95% Proanthocyanidins) Good
  • Hesperidin (from Citrus Fruits) Good
  • Rutin Fair
  • L-Glutamic Acid Fair
  • Grape Skin Extract (40% Polyphenols) Fair
  • Lutein (from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (Flower)] Good
  • Lycopene [from Tomato (Fruit)] Good
  • Boron (from Bororganic Glycinate) Fair
  • Zeaxanthin [from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (flower] Good
  • Pine Bark Extract (95% Proanthocyanidins) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
  • Coating (hydroxypropyl) methylcellulose
  • Vegetable glycerin)
  • Gum acacia∧
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene) 1,500 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin C (from Ascorbyl Palmitate, Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate‚ Magnesium Ascorbate) 500 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D3 (As Cholecalciferol) (5,000 IU) 125 mcg High
  • Vitamin E [As d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate (From Sunflower Oil)] 134 mg Effective
  • Thiamin (Vitamin B1) (As Thiamin HCl) 3 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (As Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 3.4 mg Effective
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3) (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) 40 mg High
  • Vitamin B6 (As Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) 4 mg Effective
  • Folate(5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Calcium Salt) (800 mcg Folic Acid) 1,333 mcg DFE High
  • Vitamin B12 (As Methylcobalamin) 100 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 900 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (From Calcium Pantothenate) 30 mg Effective
  • Choline (From Choline Bitartrate) 140 mg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (From Calcium Citrate Malate and Calcium Ascorbate) 250 mg Under-dosed
  • Iodine (From Kelp) 200 mcg Effective
  • Magnesium (From Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate and Magnesium Ascorbate) 500 mg High
  • Zinc (From Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) 15 mg Effective
  • Selenium (From Selenium Amino Acid Complex) 200 mcg Effective
  • Copper (From Copper Amino Acid Chelate) 0.05 mg Under-dosed
  • Manganese (From Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) 2 mg Effective
  • Chromium (From Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) 200 mcg Effective
  • Molybdenum (From Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate Complex) 100 mcg Effective
  • Potassium (From Potassium Amino Acid Chelate) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Dr. Mercola's Blend for Women's Health[Cranberry (Fruit), Beet (Root)^, Kale (Leaf)^, Broccoli (Florets)^, Carrot (Root)^, Parsley (Leaf)^, Cauliflower (Florets), Garlic (Bulb), Green Cabbage (Leaf)^, Raspberry (Fruit)^, Blueberry (Fruit)^, Apple (Fruit)^, Spinach (Leaf)^, Strawberry (Fruit)^, Tomato (Fruit)^, Red Clover (Aerial), Shatavari (Root Extract), Evening  Primrose Oil, Diindolyl Methane] 1,581 mg High
  • L-Cysteine and N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Betaine (from Betaine HCl) 114 mg Under-dosed
  • Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Inositol 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Rose Hips 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Bromelain 50 mg Under-dosed
  • PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Grape Seed Extract(95% Proanthocyanidins) 49 mg Under-dosed
  • Hesperidin (from Citrus Fruits) 35 mg Under-dosed
  • Rutin 25 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Glutamic Acid 20 mg Under-dosed
  • Grape Skin Extract (40% Polyphenols) 8 mg Under-dosed
  • Lutein (from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (Flower)] 6 mg Under-dosed
  • Lycopene [from Tomato (Fruit)] 6 mg Under-dosed
  • Boron (from Bororganic Glycinate) 1.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Zeaxanthin [from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (flower] 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Pine Bark Extract (95% Proanthocyanidins) 1 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 20
Total Carbohydrate 4 g 1%*
Dietary Fiber 3 g 11%*
Total Sugars 0 g **
Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene) 1,500 mcg 167%
Vitamin C (from Ascorbyl Palmitate, Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate‚ Magnesium Ascorbate) 500 mg 556%
Vitamin D3 (As Cholecalciferol) (5,000 IU) 125 mcg 625%
Vitamin E [As d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate (From Sunflower Oil)] 134 mg 893%
Thiamin (Vitamin B1) (As Thiamin HCl) 3 mg 250%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (As Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 3.4 mg 262%
Niacin (Vitamin B3) (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) 40 mg 250%
Vitamin B6 (As Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) 4 mg 235%
Folate(5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Calcium Salt) (800 mcg Folic Acid) 1,333 mcg DFE 333%
Vitamin B12 (As Methylcobalamin) 100 mcg 4167%
Biotin 900 mcg 3000%
Pantothenic Acid (From Calcium Pantothenate) 30 mg 600%
Choline (From Choline Bitartrate) 140 mg 25%
Calcium (From Calcium Citrate Malate and Calcium Ascorbate) 250 mg 19%
Iodine (From Kelp) 200 mcg 133%
Magnesium (From Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate and Magnesium Ascorbate) 500 mg 119%
Zinc (From Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) 15 mg 136%
Selenium (From Selenium Amino Acid Complex) 200 mcg 364%
Copper (From Copper Amino Acid Chelate) 0.05 mg 6%
Manganese (From Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) 2 mg 87%
Chromium (From Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) 200 mcg 571%
Molybdenum (From Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate Complex) 100 mcg 222%
Potassium (From Potassium Amino Acid Chelate) 100 mg 2%
Dr. Mercola's Blend for Women's Health[Cranberry (Fruit), Beet (Root)^, Kale (Leaf)^, Broccoli (Florets)^, Carrot (Root)^, Parsley (Leaf)^, Cauliflower (Florets), Garlic (Bulb), Green Cabbage (Leaf)^, Raspberry (Fruit)^, Blueberry (Fruit)^, Apple (Fruit)^, Spinach (Leaf)^, Strawberry (Fruit)^, Tomato (Fruit)^, Red Clover (Aerial), Shatavari (Root Extract), Evening  Primrose Oil, Diindolyl Methane] 1,581 mg **
L-Cysteine and N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine 150 mg **
Betaine (from Betaine HCl) 114 mg **
Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) 100 mg **
Inositol 100 mg **
Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex 100 mg **
Papain 100 mg **
Rose Hips 100 mg **
Silica 100 mg **
Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) 100 mg **
Bromelain 50 mg **
PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 50 mg **
Grape Seed Extract(95% Proanthocyanidins) 49 mg **
Hesperidin (from Citrus Fruits) 35 mg **
Rutin 25 mg **
L-Glutamic Acid 20 mg **
Grape Skin Extract (40% Polyphenols) 8 mg **
Lutein (from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (Flower)] 6 mg **
Lycopene [from Tomato (Fruit)] 6 mg **
Boron (from Bororganic Glycinate) 1.5 mg **
Zeaxanthin [from Marigold (Tagetes erecta) (flower] 1 mg **
Pine Bark Extract (95% Proanthocyanidins) 1 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Safe

Binds tablet ingredients and can form tablet coatings.

Coating (hydroxypropyl) methylcellulose Unknown
Vegetable glycerin) Unknown
Gum acacia∧ Unknown

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Brand Trust Report
Dr. Mercola

Founded 1997 · Cape Coral, Florida, USA · 209 products · mercola.com/

Certifications

4 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source

Violation History

7 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2025-04-18Source
Lawsuit Wrongful termination and breach of a severance contract by the former CEO.2024Source
Fda Warning Unapproved and misbranded products related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).2021-02-18Source
Lawsuit False and unsupported claims that its indoor tanning systems are safe and do not increase the risk of skin cancer.2016Source
Fda Warning Illegal marketing of a medical device.2011-01-01Source
Fda Warning Illegal drug claims for various supplements.2006-01-01Source
Fda Warning Illegal drug claims for various supplements.2005-01-01Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women a good supplement?

Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women, 240 Tablets received a product quality score of 81/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 49 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 5 inactive ingredients, 2 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Dr. Mercola, holds a brand trust score of 81/100 with 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic, Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women?

Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women contains 49 active ingredients: Calories (20), Total Carbohydrate (4 g), Dietary Fiber (3 g), Total Sugars (0 g), Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene) (1,500 mcg), Vitamin C (from Ascorbyl Palmitate, Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate‚ Magnesium Ascorbate) (500 mg), and 43 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 556% DV, Vitamin D3 at 625% DV, Vitamin E [As d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate at 893% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women safe to take?

Dr. Mercola Whole-Food Complex with added Multivitamin plus Vital Minerals, For Women, 240 Tablets 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 Dr. Mercola a trustworthy supplement brand?

Dr. Mercola receives a brand trust score of 81/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Cape Coral, Florida, USA, the company offers 209 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic, Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Dr. Mercola has 7 historical regulatory incidents 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.

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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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