Folic Acid 400 mcg

The Vitamin Shoppe Folic Acid 400 mcg received a product quality score of 75/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 2 active ingredients All 10 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, The Vitamin Shoppe, holds a brand trust score of 87/100 with 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections, Usda Organic.

The Vitamin Shoppe Folic Acid 400 mcg contains 2 active ingredients: Calcium (as Dicalcium Phosphate) (30 mg), Folic Acid (400 mcg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

The Vitamin Shoppe Folic Acid 400 mcg has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 10 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

The Vitamin Shoppe receives a brand trust score of 87/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, U.S., the company offers 301 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections, Usda Organic. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: The Vitamin Shoppe has 7 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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.

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.

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.