Little One (Children's Multi) 90c by Metabolic Maintenance – Daily Nutritional Support Children's Multivitamin
Little One children's multivitamin capsules by Metabolic Maintenance combine vitamins and minerals in a vegetarian cellulose capsule. This 90-capsule formula includes iron bisglycinate, methylfolate, methylcobalamin and vitamin D-3, making it an option to assess when choosing nutritional support for a child's individual needs.
Unlike a chewable or gummy, Little One is supplied as a capsule. Match its concentrated mineral amounts to age, food intake and other supplements.
Key Little One (Children's Multi) 90c Benefits
- Supports normal oxygen transport with iron, a mineral needed to build the hemoglobin that carries oxygen throughout the body.
- Provides vitamin D-3 for bone support through its role in helping the body absorb calcium from food.
- Supports normal immune function with zinc while supplying vitamin C for the collagen that gives connective tissues their structure.
How Little One (Children's Multi) 90c Works
This multivitamin with iron supplies nutrients with distinct jobs: oxygen transport, calcium absorption and the production of genetic material. These are everyday nutritional functions; adding more nutrients does not automatically improve them when intake is already adequate.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Iron: Supports oxygen transport as part of hemoglobin in red blood cells. Oxygen delivery allows tissues to carry out their everyday work. Little One provides this mineral as iron bisglycinate; whether a child needs supplemental iron should be assessed individually.
- Vitamin D-3: Helps the intestine absorb calcium, which the body uses to build and maintain bones. The cholecalciferol in this formula supports that nutritional process but does not replace calcium-rich foods or supply a separate calcium serving.
- Vitamin C: Helps enzymes build collagen, the structural protein found in skin and other connective tissues. Ascorbic acid supplies this essential vitamin, supporting normal tissue maintenance alongside the protein and other nutrients obtained from meals.
- Zinc: Supports the development and normal activity of immune cells and participates in making proteins and DNA. These roles connect zinc with everyday cellular maintenance. The 15 mg serving requires age-specific review, especially for younger children.
- Folate: Supports normal cell division by helping the body make DNA. Little One supplies L-5-Methylfolate for this nutritional role, without promising faster growth or better school performance.
Little One (Children's Multi) 90c Is Formulated For
- Children whose healthcare professional has reviewed their age, diet and need for this iron-containing capsule formula.
- Families comparing a capsule with chewable products, with adult supervision and an assessment of the child's ability to take capsules.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Multi-Vitamins for Children, Childs Supplements, and Metabolic Maintenance Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: One (1) capsule daily with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Moisture sensitive formula. Best consumed within 120 days after opening.
Serving Size: 1 capsule
Servings Per Container: 90
Vitamin A (2500 IU as Natural Mixed Carotenoids and 2500 IU as Palmitate) ... 1500 mcg RAE
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) ... 75 mg
Vitamin D-3 (800 IU as Cholecalciferol) ... 20 mcg
Vitamin E (60 IU as d-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) ... 40 mg
Thiamine (as Thiamine Mononitrate) ... 5 mg
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5' Phosphate) ... 5 mg
Niacin (as Niacinamide) ... 25 mg NE
Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl and Pyridoxal 5' Phosphate) ... 5 mg
Folate (400 mcg as L-5-Methylfolate, calcium salt) ... 667 mcg DFE
Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) ... 10 mcg
Biotin ... 300 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) ... 25 mg
Iron (as Iron Bisglycinate) ... 9 mg
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) ... 100 mcg
Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) ... 15 mg
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) ... 100 mcg
Copper (as Copper Gluconate) ... 2 mg
Manganese (as Manganese Glycinate) ... 1 mg
Chromium (as Chromium Polynicotinate) ... 100 mcg
Molybdenum (as Molybdenum Glycinate) ... 25 mcg
Other Ingredients: vegetarian cellulose capsule, L-leucine
Contains: Vitamin E is derived from soy oil
Does Not Contain: EGG FREE; GLUTEN FREE; FREE OF NUTS; DAIRY FREE
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children.
Additional precautions: A pediatric healthcare professional should review the child's age and total nutrient intake before use. The 15 mg zinc serving exceeds the usual daily upper limit for children ages 1–8; use in this age group requires medical supervision. Avoid combining with other iron or high-dose mineral supplements without professional guidance. People with iron overload should avoid iron and vitamin C supplements unless specifically directed by their clinician. Ask a pharmacist about interactions with levothyroxine, levodopa, quinolone or tetracycline antibiotics, penicillamine, methotrexate, anti-seizure medicines or sulfasalazine. Acid-reducing medicines and calcium supplements can affect iron absorption. Excess zinc can interfere with copper balance. Have a clinician assess soy allergy because the label states that vitamin E is derived from soy oil.
Frequently Asked Questions About Little One (Children's Multi) 90c
What are the benefits of Little One (Children's Multi) 90c?
Little One supplies vitamins and minerals for several everyday nutritional functions. Its 9 mg of iron supports hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood, while 20 mcg of vitamin D-3 helps the body absorb calcium. Vitamin C supports collagen formation, and zinc contributes to normal immune-cell function. The formula also contains methylfolate and methylcobalamin. These nutrients complement meals when supplementation is appropriate; the capsule does not replace food or guarantee a benefit for a child whose intake already meets their needs.
Who should take Little One (Children's Multi) 90c?
Little One is labeled as a children's multivitamin, but the label does not give a specific age range. Have a pediatric healthcare professional assess the formula before use, particularly its 9 mg iron and 15 mg zinc per capsule. That zinc amount exceeds the usual daily upper limit for children ages 1–8, so medical supervision is important for that group. Also consider other supplements, fortified foods, capsule-taking ability and the label's statement that vitamin E is derived from soy oil.
Are there any side effects of taking Little One (Children's Multi) 90c?
Little One contains iron and zinc, which can cause stomach upset; iron may cause constipation. Check medicine timing, especially with levothyroxine or certain antibiotics. Vitamin E is derived from soy oil. Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of the reach of children. In case of an accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
How does Little One (Children's Multi) 90c support overall health?
Little One brings together nutrients that serve different parts of normal metabolism. Folate helps cells make genetic material for cell division, iron contributes to oxygen transport, and vitamin C helps maintain the collagen framework of connective tissues. Vitamin D-3 supports calcium absorption, but the formula is not a replacement for calcium-rich foods. The label directs one capsule daily with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Keep the bottle tightly closed because this is a moisture-sensitive formula.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
