Regardless of how perfect your diet is, using a high-quality multivitamin can help reduce the chance of developing micronutrient deficiencies. Whether you’re bulking, cutting, or trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a multivitamin is one of the few supplements that has a place in nearly everyone’s daily supplement regimen.
When picking a multivitamin, you should look out for a few things, such as the forms of vitamins and minerals used, additional ingredients that offer more health benefits, and dosages. This article covers all this and more as we break down our new premium vitamin and mineral supplement, Multi+!
Multi+ contains 24 essential vitamins and minerals in their most bioavailable form. In other words, your body is prime to absorb and utilize these vitamins and minerals so you get the most out of Multi+. We also added Spectra®, a powerful antioxidant blend, KSM-66® Ashwagandha for stress management, and Bioperine® for enhanced absorption.
Multi+ uses clear veggie capsules for easy digestion and is gluten-free, soy-free, sugar-free, and keto-friendly.
Multi+ Ingredient Breakdown
One serving (3 veggie capsules) of Multi+ contains the following:
Vitamin A (Beta Carotene) - 900 mcg RAE (100% DV)
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin important for optimal vision, immune function, cell growth, and skin health. It also acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping combat oxidative stress from free radicals.
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) - 270mg (300% DV)
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin best known for its potent antioxidant and immune-boosting properties. However, Vitamin C is also required for collagen production, which helps maintain skin elasticity, promotes wound healing, and supports healthy joints. Vitamin C also plays a role in maintaining eye and brain health.
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) - 50mcg (250% DV)
Vitamin D3 is another fat-soluble vitamin essential for bone health, proper muscle function, immune system support, mood regulation, sleep, brain function, and heart health. Unless you’re spending a copious amount of time in the sun, you’re most likely not getting sufficient vitamin D.
Vitamin E (as Acetate) - 15mg (100% DV)
Vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin and antioxidant, plays an important role in the immune system and maintains skin, heart, eye, and brain health.
Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) - 120mcg (100% DV)
Vitamin K2, or menaquinone, is the last fat-soluble vitamin in Multi+. Sufficient vitamin K2 is crucial for bone, cardiovascular, and brain health. There are two types of vitamin K – K1 and K2 – we only included K2 in Multi+ because it has better bioavailability and a longer half-life. Vitamin K2 is most well known for its role in blood clotting, which is important when an injury occurs.
Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine) - 30mg (2500% DV)
Vitamin B1, or Thiamine, is a water-soluble vitamin involved in energy metabolism, nervous system function, cardiovascular system, and digestive system. It is essential for converting glucose derived from the breakdown of carbohydrates into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the cell’s primary energy source.
Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin) - 20mg (1538% DV)
Vitamin B2, or Riboflavin, is a water-soluble vitamin that helps metabolize protein, carbohydrates, and fats. It serves as a precursor for coenzymes involved in various metabolic pathways. Vitamin B2 involves cellular growth and repair, red blood cell production, nervous system function, and optimal skin and eye health.
Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) - 50mg NE (313% DV)
Vitamin B3, also known as niacin, is a water-soluble vitamin that serves as a precursor to two coenzymes heavily involved in energy metabolism: nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADP). It also has beneficial effects on cardiovascular health, digestive health, skin health, and nervous system function.
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine-5-Phosphate) - 25mg (1471% DV)
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin critical for amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, hemoglobin production, immune function, cardiovascular health, and the maintenance of blood sugar levels.
Folate (as Folic Acid) - 400mcg DFE (100% DV)
Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in DNA synthesis, cell growth, division, and development, red blood cell formation, fetal development, homocysteine metabolism, methylation reactions, brain health, and cognitive function. Since folate is involved in the metabolism of homocysteine, it can help improve cardiovascular health by reducing its total concentration in the blood.
Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) - 50mcg (2083% DV)
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that assists with red blood cell formation, neurological function, DNA synthesis, cell growth and function, and energy metabolism. Most vitamin and mineral supplements use synthetic Vitamin B12, cyanocobalamin. Methylcobalamin, used in Multi+, is the natural form and superior in absorption and bioavailability.
Vitamin B7 (as Biotin) - 300mcg (1000% DV)
Vitamin B7, also known as Biotin, is most well known for its role in maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails. Biotin supports the production of keratin, a protein that makes up the structure of hair, skin, and nails. Biotin is also involved in energy metabolism, blood sugar regulation, reproductive health, liver health, and neurological function.
Vitamin B5 (as Pantothenic Acid) - 50mg (1000% DV)
The last B vitamin in Multi+ is pantothenic acid, more commonly known as vitamin B5. This water-soluble vitamin is necessary for the synthesis of coenzyme A (CoA), which is crucial for cellular metabolism and the synthesis of fatty acids, cholesterol, steroid hormones, and neurotransmitters.
CoA also promotes acetylcholine production, an important signaling molecule for muscular and nerve function. In addition, vitamin B5 contributes to skin and hair health, stress management, and cholesterol and lipid metabolism.
Choline (as Choline DL-Bitartrate) - 100mg (18% DV)
Choline is a an essential nutrient for synthesizing phospholipids, a crucial component of cellular membranes, and acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in nerve signaling and muscle contractions. Adequate choline levels is beneficial for optimal liver, skeletal muscle, nervous system, and liver health.
There are various forms of supplemental choline, but Multi+ uses choline bitartrate. The bitartrate is a salad that serves as a carrier and stabilizing agent for choline, resulting in improved stability, bioavailability and delivery.
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) - 150mcg (100% DV)
Iodine is a trace mineral that’s a key component of thyroid hormones, including thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). Without adequate iodine levels, the thyroid is unable to produce enough thyroid hormones, which can negatively affect metabolism, growth, development, and energy production. Iodine has antioxidant properties and plays an important role in the immune system.
Magnesium (as Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate) - 105mg (25% DV)
Magnesium is essential for various physiological processes, such as muscular contractions, energy production, heart health, nervous system function, DNA synthesis, blood sugar regulation, and protein synthesis.
Adequate magnesium levels may help reduce muscular cramping, promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality. There are several supplemental forms of magnesium, but magnesium bisglycinate chelate is one of the most bioavailable.
Zinc (as Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate) - 15mg (136% DV)
Zinc is a trace mineral most well-known for its involvement in the immune system. Most notably, zinc assists with developing and functioning various immune cells such as T-cells, B-cells, and natural killer cells.
Moreover, zinc has powerful antioxidant properties that help protect healthy cells from oxidative stress. Sufficient zinc levels may also improve wound healing, hormone regulation, DNA synthesis, and reproductive health. Lastly, zinc is required to maintain a normal taste and smell because it regulates the function of the taste buds and olfactory receptors.
Selenium (as Selenium Glycinate) - 150mcg (273% DV)
Selenium is a trace mineral contributing to thyroid, immune system, cardiovascular, and cognitive function. Like iodine, selenium is essential for synthesizing, activating, and regulating the thyroid hormones T3 and T4.
Regarding reproductive health, selenium promotes normal fertility in both men and women. Lastly, selenium helps regulate inflammation, enhances immune cell activity, and supports the production of antibodies and cytokines.
Copper (as Copper Bisglycinate Chelate) - 3mg (333% DV)
Copper is an essential trace mineral that acts as a cofactor for numerous enzymes involved in various biological processes, including energy production, iron metabolism, connective tissue formation, neurotransmitter synthesis, and immune system function. There are several copper-dependent enzymes, such as cytochrome c oxidase, superoxide dismutase, ceruloplasmin, and lysyl oxidase.
Manganese (as Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate) - 5mg (217% DV)
Manganese is a trace mineral involved in several bodily functions, such as bone formation, antioxidant activation, metabolism, neurological function, reproductive health, and wound healing.
It serves as a cofactor for several antioxidant enzymes, such as manganese superoxide dismutase (mnSOD), which helps neutralize potentially harmful free radicals and reactive oxygen species.
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) - 150mcg (429%)
Chromium is another trace mineral best known for its role in glucose metabolism. It enhances the activity of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Chromium facilitates the binding of insulin to cellular receptors, resulting in the uptake of glucose from the bloodstream into the cells. Chromium may help promote a healthy body weight by reducing appetite and cravings. Furthermore, chromium may benefit mood, cardiovascular health, muscular health, and energy production.
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate) - 100mcg (222% DV)
The last essential trace mineral included in Multi+ is molybdenum. This mineral is important in detoxification, purine, sulfur acid, and nitrogen metabolism. Molybdenum is a cofactor for a group of enzymes called molybdoenzymes involved in key metabolic processes.
The most notable one is sulfite oxidase, which catalyzes the conversion of sulfite to sulfate. These enzymes help convert toxic compounds into less harmful forms that can be excreted from the body. Not to mention, they support the production of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant.
KSM-66® Ashwagandha Extract (std. 5% Withanolides) - 300mg
Ashwagandha, also known as Withania somnifera, is an adaptogenic herb that helps the body adapt to stress and promotes homeostasis. It’s been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine primarily for its stress-relieving and rejuvenating properties. Beyond its ability to help lower stress and anxiety, ashwagandha supports energy and vitality, immune system function, hormone levels, and cognition.
Several forms of ashwagandha are on the market, but we decided to use one of the trusted and tested forms, KSM-66®, from Ixoreal Biomed. Ashwagandha works best when taken daily, so we decided to add it to Multi+.
Spectra® Total ORAC Blend - 100mg
Spectra® is a plant-based, scientifically validated formula of 29 fruits, vegetables, and herbs shown to inhibit free radical production and optimize cellular metabolic activity in the human body. There are five major types of free radicals in the body, and Spectra® targets all five, making it a complete, full-spectrum antioxidant formula.
Supplementing with Spectra® may help stimulate antioxidant activity within the human body, protect cells from free radical damage, support efficient cellular oxygen consumption, and optimize cellular metabolism.
BioPerine® - 5mg
BioPerine® is a black pepper extract from Sabinsa Corporation that is standardized to contain 95% piperine, its primary bioactive constituent.
BioPerine® has been clinically tested with several nutrient groups, including fat-soluble vitamins (beta-carotene), water-soluble vitamins (vitamin B6, vitamin C), coenzyme Q10 and shown to enhance the bioavailability of supplemented nutrients through increased absorption significantly.
Boron (Albion® boroganic glycine) - 5mg
Boron is an essential micronutrient contributing to bone and joint health, hormonal balance, wound healing, metabolism, and brain function. Regarding bone health, boron helps the body utilize calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D, which are all crucial for bone strength, density, and development.
It seems that boron has some influence on key hormones, including testosterone and estrogen. Boron can stimulate specific growth factors and promote cell proliferation, thus promoting wound healing.
Vanadium (from TRAACS® vanadium nicotinate glycinate chelate) - 50mcg
Vanadium is a trace mineral primarily involved in blood sugar regulation, but it also supports overall cardiovascular and bone health. Similar to chromium, vanadium can mimic insulin's action, resulting in a greater glucose uptake into the cells. Furthermore, vanadium may enhance athletic performance by improving endurance and lean muscle mass.
Suggested Use
For optimal results, take one serving (3 veggie capsules) of Multi+ daily, preferably with a meal containing healthy fats.
Stacking
Multi+ stacks well with the following:
- Greens+
- Reds+
- Joint+
- Heart+
- Liver+
- Omega-3
- Glutamine
- Creatine