OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus supplement bottle
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The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus Review

What We Researched
20 active ingredients analyzed · 12 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
73
Product Score Fair
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 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%
Iodine (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
  • Iodine (from potassium iodide) Good
  • Zinc (as zinc citrate) Good
  • Omega-3s (from fish oil) Fair
  • DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) Fair
  • EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) Fair
  • Other Omega-3s Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

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

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
  • Iodine (from potassium iodide) 150 mcg Effective
  • 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
Calories 30
Total Carbohydrate 6 g 2%†
Total Sugars 4 g **
Includes 4 g Added Sugars 8%†
Protein 1 g
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%
Iodine (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.

Sugar Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewable or gummy supplements.

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) and Carnauba Wax (to prevent sticking) 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.

Brand Trust Report
OLLY

Founded 2013 · San Francisco, California, United States · 167 products · olly.com

Certifications

5 certifications
B Corp Certified Source available Primary evidence
Consumerlab Source available Primary evidence
Nsf Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Fda Gmp Inspections Source available Primary evidence
NSF Contents Certified Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Evidence available Evidence
Contains Proprietary Blend — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable

Violation History

4 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2024-05-29 Source available Primary source
Prop 65 Lead2024-05-29 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Melatonin supplements contain significantly more melatonin than advertised.2022 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Inaccurate dosing of melatonin supplements, containing substantially more melatonin than advertised.2022 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus a good supplement?

OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus received a product quality score of 73/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 20 active ingredients with 42 servings per container. Of the 12 inactive ingredients, 11 are rated safe and 0 ingredients are flagged for review. The manufacturer, OLLY, holds a brand trust score of 86/100.

What are the ingredients in OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus?

OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus contains 20 active ingredients: Calories (30), Total Carbohydrate (6 g), Total Sugars (4 g), Includes 4 g Added Sugars, Protein (1 g), Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate) (650 mcg), and 14 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for OLLY The Essential Prenatal, Sweet Citrus. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. 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 86/100 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 167 products in their lineup. Note: OLLY has 4 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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