Essential Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants
by Dr. David Williams · capsule · 240 capsules
- On the market (NIH)
- DSLD label 296852
- Serving 4 capsules
- 60 servings
Essential Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants by Dr. David Williams lists 37 ingredients, 31 with an amount per serving of 4 capsules, such as 1,687 mcg RAE of vitamin A, 500 mg of vitamin C, 12.5 mcg (500 IU) of vitamin D and 90 mg of vitamin E; 6 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 1 Nutrition Facts row (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on September 25, 2023.
What is in Essential Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 4 capsules. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene, Retinyl Palmitate | 1,687 mcg RAE | 187% | |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid, Mineral Ascorbates | 500 mg | 556% | Higher than 81% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). Per day at the most servings: 1,000 mg. |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol500 IU | 12.5 mcg (500 IU) | 63% | 53% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 25 mcg. |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate, Mixed Tocopherols | 90 mg | 600% | |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate | 25 mg | 2,083% | Higher than 72% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). Per day at the most servings: 50 mg. |
| Riboflavinas Riboflavin, Riboflavin 5-Phosphate | 25 mg | 1,923% | Higher than 75% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). Per day at the most servings: 50 mg. |
| Niacinas Niacin, Niacinamide | 65 mg NE | 406% | Higher than 85% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). Per day at the most servings: 130 mg. 3.7 times the adult UL a day. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | 55 mg | 3,235% | Higher than 94% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). Per day at the most servings: 110 mg. 1.1 times the adult UL a day. |
| Folic Acid | 333 mcg DFE | 83% | |
| Vitamin B12as Cyanocobalamin | 50 mcg | 2,083% | Higher than 51% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mcg. |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 500% | 51% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 300 mcg. |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium Pantothenate | 75 mg | 1,500% | Higher than 83% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). Per day at the most servings: 150 mg. |
| Cholineas Choline Bitartrate | 50 mg | 9% | Higher than 54% of 4,738 products listing choline (median 40 mg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mg. |
| Calciumas Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate | 500 mg | 38% | Higher than 85% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). Per day at the most servings: 1,000 mg. |
| Iodineas Kelp, Kelp | 50 mcg | 33% | 81% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mcg. |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium Ascorbate, Magnesium Aspartate, Magnesium Oxide | 250 mg | 60% | Higher than 83% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). Per day at the most servings: 500 mg. 1.4 times the adult UL a day. |
| Zincas Zinc Chelate | 10 mg | 91% | 51% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). Per day at the most servings: 20 mg. |
| Seleniumas Selenomethionine | 100 mcg | 182% | Higher than 65% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 200 mcg. |
| Copperas Copper Chelate | 1 mg | 111% | 40% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). Per day at the most servings: 2 mg. |
| Manganeseas Manganese Ascorbate, Manganese Aspartate | 5 mg | 217% | Higher than 80% of 7,016 products listing manganese (median 2 mg). Per day at the most servings: 10 mg. |
| Chromiumas Chromium Polynicotinate | 100 mcg | 286% | 47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 200 mcg. |
| Molybdenumas Molybdenum Chelate | 50 mcg | 111% | 41% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum give more (median 50 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mcg. |
| Potassiumas Potassium Aspartate, Potassium Phosphate | 50 mg | 1% | 72% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mg. |
| Inositol | 50 mg | Higher than 55% of 4,042 products listing inositol (median 30 mg). Per day at the most servings: 100 mg. | |
| N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine | 25 mg | 89% of 1,259 products listing N-acetyl cysteine give more (median 150 mg). Per day at the most servings: 50 mg. | |
| Trace Mineral Complex | 25 mg | ||
| Chloride | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Magnesium | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Sulfate | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Sodium | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Potassium | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Lithium | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Boron | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Para-Aminobenzoic Acid | 15 mg | 64% of 1,610 products listing PABA give more (median 25 mg). Per day at the most servings: 30 mg. | |
| Silicaas Horsetail extract, Silicon Dioxide | 13 mg | ||
| Coenzyme Q-10as Yeast, Fermented | 5 mg | 91% of 2,922 products listing coenzyme Q-10 give more (median 60 mg). Per day at the most servings: 10 mg. | |
| Alpha-Lipoic Acid | 5 mg | 92% of 2,407 products listing alpha lipoic acid give more (median 50 mg). Per day at the most servings: 10 mg. | |
| Boronas Boron Chelate | 500 mcg | 65% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). Per day at the most servings: 1 mg. | |
| Vanadiumas Vanadium Chelate | 75 mcg | Higher than 74% of 1,744 products listing vanadium (median 25 mcg). Per day at the most servings: 150 mcg. |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 296852 (entered September 25, 2023), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD or its label image (PDF). Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- At 2 servings a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 130 mg of niacin, 3.7 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- At 2 servings a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 110 mg of vitamin B6, 1.1 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- At 2 servings a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 500 mg of magnesium, 1.4 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- 89% of the 1,259 products that print an amount of N-acetyl cysteine list more than its 25 mg of N-acetyl-L-cysteine (filed by NIH under N-acetyl cysteine) (median 150 mg).
- 91% of the 2,922 products that print an amount of coenzyme Q-10 list more than its 5 mg of coenzyme Q-10 (median 60 mg).
- 92% of the 2,407 products that print an amount of alpha lipoic acid list more than its 5 mg of alpha-lipoic acid (filed by NIH under alpha lipoic acid) (median 50 mg).
The NIH database records 2 servings a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with Essential Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Essential Vitamins, Minerals & AntioxidantsWilliams Nutrition 33 shared, 81% alike
- Ultra Man High PotencyNature's Bounty · off the market 28 shared, 66% alike
- Syndion CapsulesYasoo Health · off the market 27 shared, 61% alike
- Syndion PowderYasoo Health · off the market 27 shared, 61% alike
- Kid's Multi Citrus PunchTrace Minerals Research · off the market 24 shared, 58% alike
- Kid's Multi With ConcenTrace Citrus PunchTrace Minerals Research 24 shared, 58% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Daily Multinutrient
- Doctor's suggested use: Take 2 packets daily- 1 packet with morning meal and 1 packet with midday or evening meal.
- Warnings
- Do not exceed two (2) packets daily.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Precautions: Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant or nursing, have a serious medical condition, or use any medications.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- GF Gluten Free
- Storage
- Store box in a cool, dry place to preserve peak quality and freshness.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 296852.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate.
How many labels does Essential Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants have?
2 labels are on file under this name since April 25, 2019: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 296852 (current) Entered September 25, 2023 · on the market · 240 capsules
- Label 200866 Entered April 25, 2019 · off the market December 2, 2021 · 60 packets · UPC 6 78829 24177 7
DSLD also links this label to: Essential Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants (image difference, same product), Herbal Superfood Energy (bundle set), Advanced Phytonutrient Shield (bundle set), LipidMarine Fish Oil (bundle set).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Healthy Directions (distributor), Bethesda, MD. All Dr. David Williams products.