OLLY The Essential, Prenatal, Folic Acid + DHA, Sweet Citrus, 60 Gummies supplement bottle
OLLY

The Essential, Prenatal, Folic Acid + DHA, Sweet Citrus, 60 Gummies

What We Researched
16 active ingredients analyzed · 13 inactive ingredients decoded · 3 brand certifications checked · 4 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
73
Product Score Fair
70
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate) 650 mcg 50%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 30 mg 25%
Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) (800 IU) 20 mcg 133%
Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 14.3 mg 75%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 18 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 2 mg 100%
Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 667 mcg DFE 111%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 3.5 mcg 125%
Choline (as choline bitartrate) 10 mg 2%
lodine (from potassium iodide) 150 mcg 52%
Zinc (as zinc citrate) 3 mg 23%
Omega-3s (from fish oil) 70 mg **
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 50 mg **
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 10 mg **
Other Omega-3s 10 mg **
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate) Good
  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) (800 IU) Good
  • Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) Poor
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) Fair
  • Folate (400 mcg folic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Choline (as choline bitartrate) Poor
  • lodine (from potassium iodide) Good
  • Zinc (as zinc citrate) Good
  • Omega-3s (from fish oil) Good
  • DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) Fair
  • EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) Fair
  • Other Omega-3s Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Glucose Syrup
  • Beet Sugar
  • Water
  • Gelatin
  • Lactic Acid
  • Citric Acid
  • Natural Flavors
  • Vegetable Oil (Coconut, Canola)
  • Carnauba Wax (to Prevent Sticking)
  • Coloring (from carrot, apple and black carrot juices)
  • Pectin
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate (Antioxidant)
  • Mixed Tocopherols (Antioxidant)
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate) 650 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) (800 IU) 20 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 14.3 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) 18 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 2 mg Effective
  • Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 667 mcg DFE Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 3.5 mcg Effective
  • Choline (as choline bitartrate) 10 mg Under-dosed
  • lodine (from potassium iodide) 150 mcg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as zinc citrate) 3 mg Under-dosed
  • Omega-3s (from fish oil) 70 mg Under-dosed
  • DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 10 mg Under-dosed
  • Other Omega-3s 10 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Includes 4g Added Sugars 8%
Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate) 650 mcg 50%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 30 mg 25%
Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) (800 IU) 20 mcg 133%
Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 14.3 mg 75%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 18 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 2 mg 100%
Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 667 mcg DFE 111%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 3.5 mcg 125%
Choline (as choline bitartrate) 10 mg 2%
lodine (from potassium iodide) 150 mcg 52%
Zinc (as zinc citrate) 3 mg 23%
Omega-3s (from fish oil) 70 mg **
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 50 mg **
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 10 mg **
Other Omega-3s 10 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Glucose Syrup Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener and binder.

Beet Sugar Generally_safe

It is used to add sweetness to the supplement.

Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Lactic Acid Safe

It is used as a preservative and pH adjuster.

Citric Acid Safe

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

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Vegetable Oil (Coconut, Canola) Generally_safe

They are used to improve the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins or other ingredients.

Carnauba Wax (to Prevent Sticking) Generally_safe

It is used as a coating to prevent sticking.

Coloring (from carrot, apple and black carrot juices) Unknown
Pectin Safe

Forms the base of gummy supplements as a vegan gelatin alternative.

Ascorbyl Palmitate (Antioxidant) Generally_safe

It is used to prevent oxidation and rancidity of fats and oils in supplements.

Mixed Tocopherols (Antioxidant) Safe

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

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
OLLY

Founded 2013 · San Francisco, California, United States · 46 products · olly.com

Certifications

3 certifications
B Corp Certified Verified Source
Consumerlab Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source

Violation History

3 incidents
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is OLLY The Essential, Prenatal a good supplement?

OLLY The Essential, Prenatal, Folic Acid + DHA, Sweet Citrus, 60 Gummies received a product quality score of 73/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 16 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 13 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, OLLY, holds a brand trust score of 70/100 with 3 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in OLLY The Essential, Prenatal?

OLLY The Essential, Prenatal contains 16 active ingredients: Includes 4g Added Sugars, Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate) (650 mcg), Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (30 mg), Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) (800 IU) (20 mcg), Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) (14.3 mg), Niacin (as niacinamide) (18 mg), and 10 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is OLLY The Essential, Prenatal safe to take?

OLLY The Essential, Prenatal, Folic Acid + DHA, Sweet Citrus, 60 Gummies 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 OLLY a trustworthy supplement brand?

OLLY receives a brand trust score of 70/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States, the company offers 46 products in their lineup. They hold 3 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: OLLY has 3 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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