Capsules · 180 capsules · 90 servings · $0.84/serving
Supplement Facts — Serving size: 1 capsule. Servings per container: 180.
Vitamin A (67% beta carotene and 33% vitamin A acetate): 3,760 mcg RAE (418% DV). Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid): 375 mg (417% DV). Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol): 10 mcg / 400 IU (50% DV). Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate): 62 mg / 75 IU (413% DV). Thiamin (as thiamine HCl): 25 mg (2,083% DV). Riboflavin: 25 mg (1,923% DV). Niacin (as niacinamide): 25 mg (156% DV). Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl): 25 mg (1,471% DV). Folate (as L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate): 340 mcg DFE (85% DV). Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin): 200 mcg (8,333% DV). Biotin: 200 mcg (667% DV). Pantothenic acid (as calcium pantothenate): 25 mg (500% DV). Zinc (as zinc citrate): 10 mg (91% DV). Selenium (as selenomethionine): 125 mcg (227% DV). Copper (as copper glycinate): 1 mg (111% DV). Manganese (as manganese citrate): 5 mg (217% DV). Chromium (as chromium polynicotinate): 100 mcg (286% DV). Grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera, standardized to at least 85% polyphenols): 50 mg.
Other ingredients: vegetarian capsule (cellulose), silica, ascorbyl palmitate, cellulose.
Take 1 capsule once or twice daily with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
If you are pregnant or lactating, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of reach of children. Use only if the safety seal is intact. Store sealed in a cool, dry place.
Source: Vital Nutrients manufacturer page and exact current 180-capsule label listing · September 06, 2026. Formulas and labels can change. Check the packaging you receive.
Minimal and Essential by Vital Nutrients is a streamlined multivitamin-mineral formula designed to provide foundational micronutrient support without unnecessary additives, fillers, or high-dose meganutrients. It's formulated for individuals seeking a clean, straightforward daily baseline, particularly those sensitive to complex supplement stacks or high-potency formulas.
Why It's Worth Considering: Vital Nutrients is a practitioner-trusted brand with rigorous third-party testing standards; this formula reflects their philosophy of precise, clinically relevant dosing over marketing-driven excess.
Take 1 capsule once or twice daily with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Most supplements are stable at room temperature (59-77°F). Keep the bottle sealed between uses. Check the label for any specific storage requirements, some probiotics and oils require refrigeration.
Most supplements can be taken together safely. However, some minerals compete for absorption (zinc and iron, calcium and magnesium) and should be taken at different times of day. If you're taking prescription medications, consult your healthcare provider about potential interactions.
Most supplements benefit from consistent daily use over 2-3 months to achieve full effect. Some (like vitamins and minerals) can be taken indefinitely as part of a daily routine. Others (like specific herbs) may benefit from cycling. Follow the product's recommended protocol or consult a practitioner.
Fat-soluble supplements (vitamins A, D, E, K, omega-3, CoQ10) should be taken with a meal containing fat. Water-soluble supplements (B vitamins, vitamin C) can be taken anytime. Minerals are generally best absorbed with food. Probiotics should be taken with or just before a meal. Check the product label for specific timing recommendations.
Track your specific health goals, energy levels, sleep quality, joint comfort, digestion, mood, etc. Most supplements take 2-8 weeks for noticeable effects. For objective measurement, baseline lab tests before starting (and repeat at 3 months) provide definitive evidence. The Gabriel Score incorporates clinical evidence for expected outcomes.
Apotheca is analyzing ingredient interactions, stacking compatibility, and timing recommendations for Vital Nutrients - Minimal and Essential. This data will be available soon.
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
