Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin Review
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) | 500 mcg RAE | 38% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 12 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) | 50 mcg | 333% |
| Vitamin E (from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] | 10 mg | 53% |
| Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) | 1000 mcg DFE | 167% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 10 mcg | 357% |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 429% |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate) | 8mg | 30% DV |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate³) | 55 mg | 10% |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) | 8 mg | 30% |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 200 mcg | 69% |
| Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) | 32 mg | 8% |
| Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) | 3 mg | 23% |
| Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) Fatty Acids [from Schizochytrium sp. (whole microalgae)5] | 350 mg | ** |
| Boron (as calcium fructoborate) | 0.7 mg | ** |
| Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) | 90 mcg | ** |
Bioavailability Very Good
Absorption Rating
- Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) Fair
- Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
- Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) Good
- Vitamin E (from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] Good
- Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) Good
- Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) Good
- Biotin Good
- Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate) Good
- Choline (as choline bitartrate³) Poor
- Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) Good
- Iodine (as potassium iodide) Good
- Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) Good
- Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) Good
- Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) Fatty Acids [from Schizochytrium sp. (whole microalgae)5] Fair
- Boron (as calcium fructoborate) Good
- Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Cellulose
- Hypromellose
- Leucine
- Silica
- Gellan Gum
- Corn zein
Efficacy Fair
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) 500 mcg RAE Under-dosed
- Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 12 mg Under-dosed
- Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) 50 mcg Effective
- Vitamin E (from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] 10 mg Under-dosed
- Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) 1000 mcg DFE Effective
- Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 10 mcg Effective
- Biotin 150 mcg Effective
- Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate) 8mg Effective
- Choline (as choline bitartrate³) 55 mg Under-dosed
- Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) 8 mg Effective
- Iodine (as potassium iodide) 200 mcg Effective
- Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) 32 mg Under-dosed
- Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) 3 mg Under-dosed
- Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) Fatty Acids [from Schizochytrium sp. (whole microalgae)5] 350 mg Effective
- Boron (as calcium fructoborate) 0.7 mg Under-dosed
- Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) 90 mcg Effective
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) | 500 mcg RAE | 38% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 12 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) | 50 mcg | 333% |
| Vitamin E (from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] | 10 mg | 53% |
| Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) | 1000 mcg DFE | 167% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 10 mcg | 357% |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 429% |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate) | 8mg | 30% DV |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate³) | 55 mg | 10% |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) | 8 mg | 30% |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 200 mcg | 69% |
| Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) | 32 mg | 8% |
| Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) | 3 mg | 23% |
| Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) Fatty Acids [from Schizochytrium sp. (whole microalgae)5] | 350 mg | ** |
| Boron (as calcium fructoborate) | 0.7 mg | ** |
| Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) | 90 mcg | ** |
Other Ingredients
Certifications
8 certifications
Transparency
4 claims
Violation History
2 incidents
Is Ritual Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin a good supplement?
Ritual Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin received a product quality score of 85/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 16 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 6 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 0 ingredients are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Ritual, holds a brand trust score of 100/100.
What are the ingredients in Ritual Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin?
Ritual Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin contains 16 active ingredients: Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) (500 mcg RAE), Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (12 mg), Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) (50 mcg), Vitamin E (from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] (10 mg), Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) (1000 mcg DFE), Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) (10 mcg), and 10 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin D at 333% DV, Vitamin B12 at 357% DV, Biotin at 429% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is Ritual Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin safe to take?
GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Ritual Essential for Women Postnatal Multivitamin. 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 Ritual a trustworthy supplement brand?
Ritual receives a brand trust score of 100/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States, the company offers 23 products in their lineup. Note: Ritual has 2 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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