Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin, 90 Capsules supplement bottle
Metabolic Maintenance

Little One, Children's Multivitamin, 90 Capsules

What We Researched
20 active ingredients analyzed · 2 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
91
Product Score Excellent
68
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene and Palmitate) 1,500 mcg RAE 167%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 75 mg 83%
Vitamin D-3 (800 IU as Cholecalciferol) 20 mcg 100%
Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) 40 mg 267%
Thiamine (as Thiamine Mononitrate) 5 mg 417%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5' Phosphate) 5 mg 385%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 25 mg NE 156%
Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl and Pyridoxal 5' Phosphate) 5 mg 294%
Folate (400 mcg as L-5-Methylfolate, calcium salt) 667 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 10 mcg 417%
Biotin 300 mcg 1,000%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) 25 mg 500%
Iron (as Iron Bisglycinate) 9 mg 50%
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 100 mcg 67%
Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 15 mg 136%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 100 mcg 182%
Copper (as Copper Gluconate) 2 mg 222%
Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 1 mg 43%
Chromium (as Chromium Polynicotinate) 100 mcg 286%
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate) 25 mcg 56%
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene and Palmitate) Fair
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin D-3 (800 IU as Cholecalciferol) Good
  • Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) Good
  • Thiamine (as Thiamine Mononitrate) Fair
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5' Phosphate) Good
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl and Pyridoxal 5' Phosphate) Fair
  • Folate (400 mcg as L-5-Methylfolate, calcium salt) Good
  • Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) Good
  • Iron (as Iron Bisglycinate) Fair
  • Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) Good
  • Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) Good
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) Good
  • Copper (as Copper Gluconate) Good
  • Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) Good
  • Chromium (as Chromium Polynicotinate) Good
  • Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Vegetarian Cellulose Capsule
  • L-Leucine
Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene and Palmitate) 1,500 mcg RAE Effective
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 75 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D-3 (800 IU as Cholecalciferol) 20 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) 40 mg Effective
  • Thiamine (as Thiamine Mononitrate) 5 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5' Phosphate) 5 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) 25 mg NE Effective
  • Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl and Pyridoxal 5' Phosphate) 5 mg Effective
  • Folate (400 mcg as L-5-Methylfolate, calcium salt) 667 mcg DFE Effective
  • Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 10 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 300 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) 25 mg Effective
  • Iron (as Iron Bisglycinate) 9 mg Effective
  • Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 100 mcg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 15 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 100 mcg Effective
  • Copper (as Copper Gluconate) 2 mg Effective
  • Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as Chromium Polynicotinate) 100 mcg Effective
  • Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate) 25 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene and Palmitate) 1,500 mcg RAE 167%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 75 mg 83%
Vitamin D-3 (800 IU as Cholecalciferol) 20 mcg 100%
Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) 40 mg 267%
Thiamine (as Thiamine Mononitrate) 5 mg 417%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5' Phosphate) 5 mg 385%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 25 mg NE 156%
Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl and Pyridoxal 5' Phosphate) 5 mg 294%
Folate (400 mcg as L-5-Methylfolate, calcium salt) 667 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 10 mcg 417%
Biotin 300 mcg 1,000%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) 25 mg 500%
Iron (as Iron Bisglycinate) 9 mg 50%
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 100 mcg 67%
Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 15 mg 136%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 100 mcg 182%
Copper (as Copper Gluconate) 2 mg 222%
Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 1 mg 43%
Chromium (as Chromium Polynicotinate) 100 mcg 286%
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate) 25 mcg 56%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Vegetarian Cellulose Capsule Safe

It provides a vegetarian-friendly way to deliver the supplement.

L-Leucine Safe

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

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
Metabolic Maintenance

Founded 1984 · Sisters, Oregon, United States · 67 products · allergyresearchgroup.com/metabolic-maintenance

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Claimed Source

Violation History

2 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2011-07-19Source
Lawsuit Failure to provide clear and reasonable warnings about exposure to lead in various supplement products.2011Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin a good supplement?

Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin, 90 Capsules 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 All 2 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Metabolic Maintenance, holds a brand trust score of 68/100.

What are the ingredients in Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin?

Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin contains 20 active ingredients: Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene and Palmitate) (1,500 mcg RAE), Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) (75 mg), Vitamin D-3 (800 IU as Cholecalciferol) (20 mcg), Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) (40 mg), Thiamine (as Thiamine Mononitrate) (5 mg), Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5' Phosphate) (5 mg), and 14 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin E at 267% DV, Thiamine at 417% DV, Riboflavin at 385% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin safe to take?

Metabolic Maintenance Little One, Children's Multivitamin, 90 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 2 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 Metabolic Maintenance a trustworthy supplement brand?

Metabolic Maintenance receives a brand trust score of 68/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Sisters, Oregon, United States, the company offers 67 products in their lineup. Note: Metabolic Maintenance has 2 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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