Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets supplement bottle
Nature's Way

Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets

What We Researched
24 active ingredients analyzed · 9 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
87
Product Score Good
95
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as 70% [630 mcg] retinyl acetate, 30% [270 mcg] beta carotene) 900 mcg 100%
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 135 mg 150%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 50 mcg 250%
Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 15 mg 100%
Vitamin K (as phytonadione) 120 mcg 100%
Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) 3.6 mg 300%
Riboflavin 2.6 mg 200%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 16 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 5.1 mg 300%
Folate (240 mcg Folic Acid) 400 mcg DFE 100%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 40 mcg 1,667%
Biotin 30 mcg 100%
Pantothenic Acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 7.5 mg 150%
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 260 mg 20%
Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) 50 mg 12%
Zinc (as zinc oxide) 16.5 mg 150%
Selenium (as sodium selenate) 55 mcg 100%
Copper (as copper sulfate) 0.9 mg 100%
Manganese (as manganese sulfate) 4.6 mg 200%
Molybdenum (as sodium molybdate) 45 mcg 100%
Superfood Antioxidant‡ Powder Blend with 10 mg Polyphenols: Carrot, Pomegranate Extract, Blueberry, Spinach, Apple Extract 50 mg **
FloraGLO® Lutein Carotenoid (from Aztec Marigold [flower] Extract) 300 mcg **
Boron (as sodium borate) 150 mcg **
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as 70% [630 mcg] retinyl acetate, 30% [270 mcg] beta carotene) Good
  • Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) Good
  • Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) Poor
  • Vitamin K (as phytonadione) Fair
  • Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) Fair
  • Riboflavin Good
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Folate (240 mcg Folic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) Good
  • Calcium (as calcium carbonate) Fair
  • Iodine (as potassium iodide) Good
  • Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) Poor
  • Zinc (as zinc oxide) Poor
  • Selenium (as sodium selenate) Fair
  • Copper (as copper sulfate) Fair
  • Manganese (as manganese sulfate) Good
  • Molybdenum (as sodium molybdate) Good
  • Superfood Antioxidant‡ Powder Blend with 10 mg Polyphenols: Carrot, Pomegranate Extract, Blueberry, Spinach, Apple Extract Good
  • FloraGLO® Lutein Carotenoid (from Aztec Marigold [flower] Extract) Good
  • Boron (as sodium borate) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Cellulose
  • Sodium Croscarmellose
  • Gelatin
  • Stearic Acid
  • Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
  • Hypromellose
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Silica
  • Glycerin
Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as 70% [630 mcg] retinyl acetate, 30% [270 mcg] beta carotene) 900 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 135 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 50 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 15 mg Effective
  • Vitamin K (as phytonadione) 120 mcg Effective
  • Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) 3.6 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin 2.6 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) 16 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 5.1 mg Effective
  • Folate (240 mcg Folic Acid) 400 mcg DFE Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 40 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 30 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 7.5 mg Effective
  • Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 260 mg Under-dosed
  • Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mcg Effective
  • Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as zinc oxide) 16.5 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as sodium selenate) 55 mcg Effective
  • Copper (as copper sulfate) 0.9 mg Effective
  • Manganese (as manganese sulfate) 4.6 mg Effective
  • Molybdenum (as sodium molybdate) 45 mcg Effective
  • Superfood Antioxidant‡ Powder Blend with 10 mg Polyphenols: Carrot, Pomegranate Extract, Blueberry, Spinach, Apple Extract 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Boron (as sodium borate) 150 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin A (as 70% [630 mcg] retinyl acetate, 30% [270 mcg] beta carotene) 900 mcg 100%
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 135 mg 150%
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 50 mcg 250%
Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 15 mg 100%
Vitamin K (as phytonadione) 120 mcg 100%
Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) 3.6 mg 300%
Riboflavin 2.6 mg 200%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 16 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 5.1 mg 300%
Folate (240 mcg Folic Acid) 400 mcg DFE 100%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 40 mcg 1,667%
Biotin 30 mcg 100%
Pantothenic Acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 7.5 mg 150%
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 260 mg 20%
Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mcg 100%
Magnesium (as magnesium oxide) 50 mg 12%
Zinc (as zinc oxide) 16.5 mg 150%
Selenium (as sodium selenate) 55 mcg 100%
Copper (as copper sulfate) 0.9 mg 100%
Manganese (as manganese sulfate) 4.6 mg 200%
Molybdenum (as sodium molybdate) 45 mcg 100%
Superfood Antioxidant‡ Powder Blend with 10 mg Polyphenols: Carrot, Pomegranate Extract, Blueberry, Spinach, Apple Extract 50 mg **
FloraGLO® Lutein Carotenoid (from Aztec Marigold [flower] Extract) 300 mcg **
Boron (as sodium borate) 150 mcg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Sodium Croscarmellose Generally_safe

It is used as a binder and disintegrant to help tablets dissolve.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Safe

Binds tablet ingredients and can form tablet coatings.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Glycerin Safe

Retains moisture and helps dissolve ingredients in softgels and liquids.

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Brand Trust Report
Nature's Way

Founded 1969 · Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA · 481 products · naturesway.com

Certifications

5 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Labdoor Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

5 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Claimed Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

3 incidents
Fda Warning Violations of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) regulation.2022-12-20Source
Lawsuit Mislabeled and fraudulent herbal supplements.2015Source
Recall Nettle capsules2002-06-28Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets a good supplement?

Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets received a product quality score of 87/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 24 active ingredients Of the 9 inactive ingredients, 8 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Nature's Way, holds a brand trust score of 95/100 with 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets?

Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets contains 24 active ingredients: Vitamin A (as 70% [630 mcg] retinyl acetate, 30% [270 mcg] beta carotene) (900 mcg), Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) (135 mg), Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (50 mcg), Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) (15 mg), Vitamin K (as phytonadione) (120 mcg), Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) (3.6 mg), and 18 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin D3 at 250% DV, Thiamin at 300% DV, Vitamin B6 at 300% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 Tablets safe to take?

Nature's Way Alive!® Women's 50+ Complete Multivitamin, 50 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 Nature's Way a trustworthy supplement brand?

Nature's Way receives a brand trust score of 95/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA, the company offers 481 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Nature's Way has 3 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?

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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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