Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin supplement bottle
Dr. Mercola

Whole Food MultiVitamin Review

What We Researched
20 active ingredients analyzed · 3 inactive ingredients decoded · 6 brand certifications checked · Last updated: Aug 2026
91
Product Score Excellent
86
Brand Score Good

Two independent scores — the product and the brand behind it, never blended into one number. See our methodology.

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 5000 IU 100%
Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate) 250 mg 417%
Vitamin D 2000 IU 500%
Thiamine (as thiamine pyrophosphate) 1.5 mg 100%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate) 1.7 mg 100%
Niacin (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) 20 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate) 2 mg 100%
Folic Acid 400 mcg 100%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 50 mcg 833%
Biotin 900 mcg 300%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) 30 mg 300%
Iodine (as Kelp) 150 mcg 100%
Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) 15 mg 100%
Selenium (as Selenium Amino Acid Chelate) 100 mcg 143%
Copper (as Copper Amino Acid Chelate) 50 mcg 3%
Manganese (as Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) 3 mg 150%
Chromium (as Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) 120 mcg 100%
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate) 75 mcg 100%
Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 30 mg
Fruit and Vegetable Blend (as Apple, Blueberry, Broccoli, Cranberry, Grape seed extract, Green Tea extract, Kale, Orange, Pomegranate extract, Prune, Raspberry, Spinach, Strawberry, White Tea extract) 300 mg
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) Fair
  • Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate) Good
  • Vitamin D Good
  • Thiamine (as thiamine pyrophosphate) Good
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate) Good
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate) Fair
  • Folic Acid Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) Good
  • Iodine (as Kelp) Good
  • Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) Fair
  • Selenium (as Selenium Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Copper (as Copper Amino Acid Chelate) Fair
  • Manganese (as Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Chromium (as Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate) Good
  • Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) Poor
  • Fruit and Vegetable Blend (as Apple, Blueberry, Broccoli, Cranberry, Grape seed extract, Green Tea extract, Kale, Orange, Pomegranate extract, Prune, Raspberry, Spinach, Strawberry, White Tea extract) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Cellulose
  • L-Leucine
  • Silica
Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 5000 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate) 250 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D 2000 IU Effective
  • Thiamine (as thiamine pyrophosphate) 1.5 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate) 1.7 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) 20 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate) 2 mg Effective
  • Folic Acid 400 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 50 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 900 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) 30 mg Effective
  • Iodine (as Kelp) 150 mcg Effective
  • Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) 15 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as Selenium Amino Acid Chelate) 100 mcg Effective
  • Copper (as Copper Amino Acid Chelate) 50 mcg Under-dosed
  • Manganese (as Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) 3 mg Effective
  • Chromium (as Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) 120 mcg Effective
  • Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate) 75 mcg Effective
  • Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Fruit and Vegetable Blend (as Apple, Blueberry, Broccoli, Cranberry, Grape seed extract, Green Tea extract, Kale, Orange, Pomegranate extract, Prune, Raspberry, Spinach, Strawberry, White Tea extract) 300 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 5000 IU 100%
Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate) 250 mg 417%
Vitamin D 2000 IU 500%
Thiamine (as thiamine pyrophosphate) 1.5 mg 100%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate) 1.7 mg 100%
Niacin (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) 20 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate) 2 mg 100%
Folic Acid 400 mcg 100%
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 50 mcg 833%
Biotin 900 mcg 300%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate) 30 mg 300%
Iodine (as Kelp) 150 mcg 100%
Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) 15 mg 100%
Selenium (as Selenium Amino Acid Chelate) 100 mcg 143%
Copper (as Copper Amino Acid Chelate) 50 mcg 3%
Manganese (as Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) 3 mg 150%
Chromium (as Chromium Amino Acid Chelate) 120 mcg 100%
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate) 75 mcg 100%
Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 30 mg
Fruit and Vegetable Blend (as Apple, Blueberry, Broccoli, Cranberry, Grape seed extract, Green Tea extract, Kale, Orange, Pomegranate extract, Prune, Raspberry, Spinach, Strawberry, White Tea extract) 300 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

L-Leucine Safe

It is included for its potential muscle-building and recovery benefits.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Brand Trust Report
Dr. Mercola

Founded 1997 · Cape Coral, Florida, USA · 319 products · mercola.com/

Certifications

6 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
NSF Certified for Sport Verified
NSF Contents Certified Verified

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Contains Proprietary Blend — True

Violation History

8 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
Fda Warning Letter FDA Warning LetterSource
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin a good supplement?

Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin received a product quality score of 91/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, placing it in the top tier of supplements we've analyzed. The product contains 20 active ingredients with 90 servings per container. All 3 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Dr. Mercola, holds a brand trust score of 86/100 with 6 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Usda Organic, Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin?

Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin contains 20 active ingredients: Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) (5000 IU), Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate, Niacinamide Ascorbate) (250 mg), Vitamin D (2000 IU), Thiamine (as thiamine pyrophosphate) (1.5 mg), Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate) (1.7 mg), Niacin (as Niacinamide Ascorbate) (20 mg), and 14 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 417% DV, Vitamin D at 500% DV, Vitamin B12 at 833% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin safe to take?

Dr. Mercola Whole Food MultiVitamin has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 3 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. 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 86/100 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 319 products in their lineup. They hold 6 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 8 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.

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 150,000 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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