Ritual Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin, Citrus, 60 Vegan Capsules supplement bottle
Ritual

Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin, Citrus, 60 Vegan Capsules

What We Researched
12 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
85
Product Score Good
89
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) 50 mcg 333%
Vitamin E (as alpha-tocopherol from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] 7 mg 37%
Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) 100 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 8 mcg 286%
Biotin 150 mcg 429%
Choline (as choline bitartrate³) 55 mg 10%
Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) 18 mg 67%
Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mg 52%
Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) 32 mg 8%
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 D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) Good
  • Vitamin E (as alpha-tocopherol from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] Good
  • Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) Good
  • Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Choline (as choline bitartrate³) Poor
  • Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) Good
  • Iodine (as potassium iodide) Good
  • Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) 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

  • Stomach acid-resistant outer vegan capsule (hypromellose, gellan gum)
  • Inner vegan capsule (hypromellose)
  • Silica
  • Cellulose
  • L-Leucine
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) 50 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin E (as alpha-tocopherol from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] 7 mg Under-dosed
  • Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) 100 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 8 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 150 mcg Effective
  • Choline (as choline bitartrate³) 55 mg Under-dosed
  • Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) 18 mg Effective
  • Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mg High
  • Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) 32 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 D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) 50 mcg 333%
Vitamin E (as alpha-tocopherol from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] 7 mg 37%
Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) 100 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 8 mcg 286%
Biotin 150 mcg 429%
Choline (as choline bitartrate³) 55 mg 10%
Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate4) 18 mg 67%
Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150 mg 52%
Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) 32 mg 8%
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

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Stomach acid-resistant outer vegan capsule (hypromellose, gellan gum) Unknown
Inner vegan capsule (hypromellose) Unknown
Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

L-Leucine Safe

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

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Ritual

Founded 2016 · Los Angeles, California, United States · 10 products · ritual.com

Certifications

4 certifications
B Corp Certified Verified Source
Informed Sport Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Source

Violation History

2 incidents
Prop 65 DEHP2020-08-20Source
Lawsuit Deceptive marketing practices regarding the use of media quotes.2020Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ritual Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin a good supplement?

Ritual Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin, Citrus, 60 Vegan Capsules received a product quality score of 85/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 12 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 5 inactive ingredients, 3 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Ritual, holds a brand trust score of 89/100 with 4 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Informed Sport, Non Gmo Project, Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Ritual Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin?

Ritual Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin contains 12 active ingredients: Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol¹) [from Lichen (whole plant)] (200 IU) (50 mcg), Vitamin E (as alpha-tocopherol from mixed tocopherols) [from Brassica napus (seed)] (7 mg), Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [glucosamine salt]²) (100 mcg DFE), Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) (8 mcg), Biotin (150 mcg), Choline (as choline bitartrate³) (55 mg), and 6 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin D at 333% DV, Vitamin B12 at 286% 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, Prenatal Multivitamin safe to take?

Ritual Essential for Women, Prenatal Multivitamin, Citrus, 60 Vegan Capsules 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 Ritual a trustworthy supplement brand?

Ritual receives a brand trust score of 89/100 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 10 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Informed Sport, Non Gmo Project, Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. 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?

This is an important question for supplement consumers. The dietary supplement industry is largely self-regulated, which means product quality, ingredient transparency, and safety practices vary significantly between brands and products. The most reliable way to evaluate any supplement is to check for third-party testing certifications, review the full ingredient list and dosages, and research the brand's regulatory track record. GoodSupp's database of over 250,000 analyzed products provides independent quality scores, ingredient safety ratings, and brand trust reports to help you make evidence-based decisions.

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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