The Solgar Formula VM-2000 in a 60 tablet pack is a multivitamin dietary supplement for adults. The daily dose of two tablets provides 300mg vitamin C, 134mg alpha-TE vitamin E, 100mg thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid, 10mg vitamin B6, 100μg vitamin B12, 400μg folic acid, 100μg biotin, 10μg vitamin D2 and nine metals and trace elements. The 60 tablets cover 30 days.
It is the small pack of the range, for one month of intake. It suits anyone testing the formula for the first time, anyone who wants to cover a short period of increased requirements, and anyone who travels and prefers a smaller bottle.
In multivitamins, the interest is not only in the quantities but also in the chemical form of each metal, because this determines its behavior in the digestive system. In VM-2000, iron is diglycinate, that is chelated, bound to glycine, the form usually chosen when stomach tolerance is a concern. Copper and zinc are also chelated, as well as manganese, calcium and magnesium, which combine citric, diglycinate and inorganic forms.
The same applies to the vitamins. Riboflavin is present as 5-phosphate, that is in its active form, selenium is as L-selenomethionine, the organic form found also in foods, and chromium is picolinic. These choices do not change the percentages in the table, but they show the rationale behind the formula.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, VM-2000 is a high-potency multivitamin for energy and immune support, for people with a demanding lifestyle. The company states:
The above statements are attributed to the producer and are reported here in their approved form. References to addressing fatigue or slowing down aging are not allowed for dietary supplements and are not used.
Choline, inositol, taurine, L-ornithine, L-glutathione, betaine and carotenoids complement the composition. Of these, only choline has approved claims, for the maintenance of normal liver function and normal lipid metabolism.*
It suits adults who want a one-month trial before moving to a larger pack. It suits those with an irregular schedule and meals and who want a broad dietary basis. It suits vegans and vegetarians, thanks to the B12, iron and zinc in the composition. It also suits those who travel frequently and prefer a smaller pack.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment. It is not suitable for pregnant and lactating women, while it contains soy.
Main ingredients per daily dose of 2 tablets: Calcium (as citrate, diglycinate, carbonate) 128mg (16% DV), Vitamin C (as L-ascorbic acid) 300mg (375%), Isolated soy protein powder 200mg, Magnesium (as oxide, citrate, diglycinate) 64mg (17%), Vitamin E (as acetyl D-alpha-tocopherol) 134mg (1117%), Thiamine B1 (as mononitrate) 100mg (9091%), Pantothenic acid B5 (as D-pantothenate calcium) 100mg (1667%), Niacin B3 (as niacinamide) 100mg (625%), Riboflavin B2 (and as 5-phosphate) 100mg (7143%), Choline (as bitartrate) 41mg, Inositol 100mg, Iron (as diglycinate) 10mg (71%), Hydrochloride betaine 25mg, Soy lecithin 20mg, Zinc (as oxide, diglycinate) 15mg (150%), Vitamin B6 (as hydrochloride pyridoxine) 10mg (714%), Manganese (as gluconate, diglycinate) 2mg (100%), L-Ornithine 6mg, Natural beta-carotene 5mg, Taurine 5mg, L-Glutathione 5mg, Copper (as diglycinate) 1.5mg (150%), Folic acid 400μg (200%), Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150μg (100%), Chromium (as picolinate) 25μg (63%), Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100μg (4000%), D-Biotin 100μg (200%), Selenium (as L-selenomethionine) 25μg (45%), Carotenoid mixture 14μg, Vitamin D2 (as ergocalciferol) 10μg (200%).
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (microcrystalline cellulose, amaranth starch, alginic acid, dibasic phosphate), anti-caking agents (vegetable stearic acid, silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate), cellulose gum with cross-linked cellulose, coating agents (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, vegetable glycerine from palm kernel oil and coconut oil), color (riboflavin).
Free from: sugar, salt, gluten, yeast, wheat, dairy, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: tablets
Recommended dosage: For adults, two tablets daily, preferably with meals.
With two tablets a day, the 60 tablets cover exactly 30 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
It is not suitable for pregnant and lactating women. Store at room temperature and away from children, due to the iron content. Keep at least two hours away from tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics, due to the iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium. Due to the iodine, a doctor's advice is needed in thyroid gland conditions. Long-term intake of this amount of vitamin B6 may cause tingling and numbness. If you are taking medication, have a health problem or are going to have surgery, consult a doctor before use.
Thirty days exactly, at the dose of two tablets per day.
Only in duration. The composition and dosage are the same, just here you have one month instead of one and a half.
It means that it is bound to the amino acid glycine in chelated form, a choice usually made for better stomach tolerance compared to simple inorganic iron salts.
Vitamin D2 as ergocalciferol, 10μg per daily dose, that is 400 international units.
Not as retinol. It contains 5mg natural beta-carotene and 14μg carotenoid mixture.
No. The composition contains isolated soy protein and soy lecithin.
Coffee and tea limit iron absorption, so it is preferable to have some time between intake and the beverage.
Continue normally the next day with the recommended dose. Do not double the amount to make up for the missed dose.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. Inositol, taurine, L-ornithine, L-glutathione, betaine and carotenoids do not have an approved health claim by EFSA. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
Main ingredients per daily dose of 2 tablets: Calcium (as citrate, diglycinate, carbonate) 128mg (16% DV), Vitamin C (as L-ascorbic acid) 300mg (375%), Isolated soy protein powder 200mg, Magnesium (as oxide, citrate, diglycinate) 64mg (17%), Vitamin E (as acetyl D-alpha-tocopherol) 134mg (1117%), Thiamine B1 (as mononitrate) 100mg (9091%), Pantothenic acid B5 (as D-pantothenate calcium) 100mg (1667%), Niacin B3 (as niacinamide) 100mg (625%), Riboflavin B2 (and as 5-phosphate) 100mg (7143%), Choline (as bitartrate) 41mg, Inositol 100mg, Iron (as diglycinate) 10mg (71%), Hydrochloride betaine 25mg, Soy lecithin 20mg, Zinc (as oxide, diglycinate) 15mg (150%), Vitamin B6 (as hydrochloride pyridoxine) 10mg (714%), Manganese (as gluconate, diglycinate) 2mg (100%), L-Ornithine 6mg, Natural beta-carotene 5mg, Taurine 5mg, L-Glutathione 5mg, Copper (as diglycinate) 1.5mg (150%), Folic acid 400μg (200%), Iodine (as potassium iodide) 150μg (100%), Chromium (as picolinate) 25μg (63%), Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 100μg (4000%), D-Biotin 100μg (200%), Selenium (as L-selenomethionine) 25μg (45%), Carotenoid mixture 14μg, Vitamin D2 (as ergocalciferol) 10μg (200%).
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (microcrystalline cellulose, amaranth starch, alginic acid, dibasic phosphate), anti-caking agents (vegetable stearic acid, silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate), cellulose gum with cross-linked cellulose, coating agents (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, vegetable glycerine from palm kernel oil and coconut oil), color (riboflavin).
Free from: sugar, salt, gluten, yeast, wheat, dairy, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: tablets
Recommended dosage: For adults, two tablets daily, preferably with meals.
With two tablets a day, the 60 tablets cover exactly 30 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Not suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Store at room temperature and away from children, due to iron content. Keep at least two hours away from tetracycline and quinoline antibiotics due to iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium. Due to iodine, doctor's advice is needed for thyroid conditions. Long-term intake of this amount of vitamin B6 may cause tingling and numbness. If you are taking medication, have a health problem or are going to have surgery, consult a doctor before use.
