Brainchild Nutritionals ADHD Vitamin Support Review
ADHD Vitamin Support Formula is a great starting liquid multivitamin formula used by a large majority of the children taking our supplements. It is designed to provide a moderate level of nutritional support for children and adults with less-active form of vitamin B6, for those who do better on this form. Pack size: (16 fl oz) 473ml. Allergen information: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Wheat Free, Yeast Free. Storage: Store in a cool, dark place out of reach of children. Disclaimer: Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. If you are taking prescribed medication, have any medical condition, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking food supplements.
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9 of 10
Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary
Members Only14 human studies · 2 improved
14 human studies2 improved8 no effect638,831 people studied
The only ingredient named on this label is a less active form of vitamin B6, and its amount is hidden in a blend, so we cannot tell whether it reaches the doses used in studies. The best human evidence does not show that B6 supplements improve thinking or memory. A 2021 review pooling 16 trials with 6,276 people found that B vitamin combinations, with or without B6, did not improve any area of thinking ability [1]. A 2017 review of four trials in older people with dementia found that B vitamins including B6 lowered homocysteine, a blood marker, but did not improve memory or thinking scores [2]. A 2025 review in stroke survivors found no benefit, with pooled results leaning slightly worse [3]. A two year trial in 130 people with mild Alzheimer disease found no slowing of decline [4]. A 16 week multivitamin trial in 138 younger adults found no clear thinking benefit [5]. One 2025 trial in 190 older adults with mild memory problems found better memory and arithmetic after 12 months on a combination product containing about 0.96 milligrams of B6, but B6 was not tested alone [6]. Animal and cell studies are never counted.
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- Across 16 trials with 6276 people without advanced brain disorders or severe B12 deficiency, B12 alone or B complex (with or without B6) did not improve any area of thinking ability or depression.Effects of Vitamin B12 Supplementation on Cognitive Function, Depressive Symptoms, and Fatigue: A Systematic Review, Met…
- In four trials of older people with Alzheimer disease or dementia, B vitamins including B6 lowered homocysteine but did not improve memory and thinking scores compared with placebo.Efficacy of Vitamin B Supplementation on Cognition in Elderly Patients With Cognitive-Related Diseases.
- In stroke survivors, pooled trials showed B-vitamin supplements (folic acid, B6, B12) had a negative effect on global thinking scores, though the authors conclude B vitamins have no benefit.Associations between Diet and Cognitive Function in Stroke Survivors: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
- Three observational studies in breastfed infants suggested breast milk vitamin B6 was associated with development, but the evidence was too limited and biased to draw conclusions.Breast Milk Micronutrients and Infant Neurodevelopmental Outcomes: A Systematic Review.
- This review of observational studies in postmenopausal women linked deficiencies of nutrients including vitamin B6 to higher risk of conditions such as cognitive decline, but it did not test supplements on thinking ability.A systematic review on the impact of nutrition and possible supplementation on the deficiency of vitamin complexes, iron…
- In 190 older adults with mild cognitive impairment, a combination supplement containing about 0.96 mg of vitamin B6 daily for 12 months improved arithmetic, similarity and short-term memory scores compared with placebo, but B6 was not tested alone.Effects of a food supplement containing phosphatidylserine on cognitive function in Chinese older adults with mild cogni…
- In 138 adults aged 20-50 taking a multivitamin for 16 weeks, there was no clear thinking benefit after adjusting for multiple comparisons, though men showed a trend toward better attention and higher B6 levels were linked to better performance.Effects of multivitamin, mineral and herbal supplement on cognition in younger adults and the contribution of B group vi…
- In 130 people with mild Alzheimer disease and vascular brain lesions, two years of vascular care that included folic acid and pyridoxine did not slow decline in daily function or memory and thinking scores.Vascular care in patients with Alzheimer's disease with cerebrovascular lesions-a randomized clinical trial.
- In 40 children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, a magnesium and vitamin B6 regimen for at least two months reduced hyperactivity and improved attention at school, and symptoms returned when it was stopped.Improvement of neurobehavioral disorders in children supplemented with magnesium-vitamin B6. I. Attention deficit hypera…
- In a large South Korean cohort of 630,904 children, taking pyridoxine during pregnancy for nausea was not linked to neurodevelopmental disorders or developmental delays.Antiemetic use during pregnancy and child neurodevelopment: population-based birth cohort study.
- In 499 adults aged 70 to 79, low vitamin B6 levels were linked to worse baseline cognitive function, though B6 did not change how the APOE-ε4 gene affected cognition.Do the effects of APOE-ε4 on cognitive function and decline depend upon vitamin status? MacArthur Studies of Successful …
- In a Singapore cohort of 443 mother-infant pairs, mothers low in both vitamin B12 and vitamin B6 had infants with lower cognitive scores at 24 months than mothers sufficient in both vitamins.Maternal plasma vitamin B12 concentrations during pregnancy and infant cognitive outcomes at 2 years of age.
- Serum vitamin B6 levels were lower in people with Alzheimer disease and vascular dementia than in older adults without dementia, but levels were not measurably reduced in mild cognitive impairment.Association Between Homocysteine and Vitamin Levels in Demented Patients.
- In 60 people with pyridoxine-dependent epilepsy, adding lysine reduction therapy to pyridoxine was not significantly linked to better developmental scores overall, but starting it in the first 6 months of life was linked to higher scores.Association Between Lysine Reduction Therapies and Cognitive Outcomes in Patients With Pyridoxine-Dependent Epilepsy.
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I am sorry, but I could not find sufficient qualitative customer feedback specifically for "Brainchild Nutritionals ADHD Vitamin Support" in the provided search results to generate a 300 to 500-word summary of customer themes. The search results primarily focused on product descriptions, ingredients, and general information about the brand's approach to supplementation, with some mentions of "ADHD Mineral Support" customer trust, but not direct reviews for the vitamin product. Therefore, I cannot extract qualitative themes from actual global customer feedback as requested.
Biohacker Summary
Members Only9 of 10 recommend it
9 of 10 biohackers on our panel recommend it
Vitamin D, the main ingredient, drew comments from all ten panelists, and most of them recommend it or take it themselves. They cite brain health, mood, focus, immune support, muscle, and fertility, and several say to test blood levels and aim for a target range, with one saying it only matters if you are deficient. Three of them take 5000 IU of the D3 form each morning, one suggests at least 10,000 IU daily in winter, and another suggests taking a large amount with an early breakfast. Two advise taking it with dietary fat for better absorption, and one pairs it with strength training, while another uses D3 mainly in fall and winter when sun is scarce. No one said they stopped taking it, and the only caution was that supplementing may add little if you are not low.
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Dr. Eric Berg · Vitamin D · warns
- Dr. Berg warns that the recommended daily intake for vitamin D is based on a massive error and that the actual necessary amount is closer to 8,895 IU, with millions remaining deficient.
- Recommends getting vitamin D levels tested to ensure they are between 50 and 70, as vitamin D is intimately involved in regulating prostate size.
- Recommends taking at least 10,000 IUs of vitamin D3 every single day in the winter, stating it is the most important vitamin to lower cancer risk.
- Recommends vitamin D to support the immune system, aiming for blood levels between 80 to 100 ng per ml.
- Mentions that lemon is loaded with vitamin C, and when combined with coffee, vitamin C significantly increases the bioavailability of antioxidants in the coffee.
- Recommends taking no less than 10,000 IU's of vitamin D3 for osteoporosis, alongside magnesium and K2.
- Recommends increasing vitamin D to restore balance and support healthy blood pressure.
- Dr. Berg states that Vitamin C helps fight biofilms and is essential for making collagen in gums, teeth, and capillaries.
- States that a lack of vitamin D can potentially cause achy bones or crashing mood.
- Recommends Vitamin C as a cofactor, especially for collagen.
- Notes that low vitamin A can lead to dry eyes, dry mouth, and night vision issues.
- States that vitamin D is intimately involved in the immune system and recommends taking at least 10,000 IUs each day.
- States that high doses of vitamin C, like 2 to 4 grams, can greatly reduce inflammation and support the immune system.
- States that taking high doses of vitamin D3 for 14 days can improve mood, sleep, low back pain, skin issues, and blood pressure, as well as act as a natural anti-inflammatory and reduce susceptibility to sickness.
Dave Asprey · Vitamin D · uses
- Takes Vitamin DAKE from Suppgrade Labs.
- Suggests that vitamin D supports brain health, muscle function, and focus.
- Recommends taking vitamin C for better skin health.
- Host Dave Asprey explains why correcting a vitamin D deficiency still makes sense for male fertility, even though supplementation did not improve overall semen parameters in a randomized trial.
- States that currently, he is only taking vitamin C and vitamin D.
- States that currently, he is only taking vitamin C and vitamin D.
- Dave Asprey's kids get a little bit of vitamin E every day, which helps to stabilize the bad oils they get when eating at restaurants.
- Recommends vitamin D, noting it's actually a hormone and that most people are deficient, even those who take it, because they don't take enough.
- States that most people on the spectrum are low in vitamin D and need more of it, mentioning his own product, Vitam DAKNE, which contains real vitamin A.
- Recommends real vitamin A for people on the spectrum, noting that many cannot convert plant vitamin A and need the good stuff he includes in his Vitam DAKNE product.
- Dave Asprey recommends Vitamin D3 with K2, explaining D3 is a hormone made from sunlight and K2 directs calcium into bones, not arteries, highlighting its low cost, widespread deficiency, and the ability to test its effectiveness.
- Recommends Vitamin D as one of the most important supplements for overall health.
- Recommends Vitamin E as one of the most important supplements for overall health.
- Dave Asprey reflects on how new research clarifies the mechanism behind IV vitamin C's anti-cancer effect, vindicating a decades-old idea that was dismissed for the wrong reasons.
Siim Land · Vitamin D · recommends
- Advises against taking vitamin D in the morning with other supplements because it is fat soluble and requires dietary fat for better absorption.
- Recommends taking Vitamin D with fat for better absorption.
- Recommends taking vitamin C with collagen to support joint collagen synthesis.
- States that Vitamin D connects biology to light and that UVB reaching the skin enables its production.
- States that vitamin C is needed for initiating collagen synthesis and that higher vitamin C intake appears to increase vitamin C content in the skin.
- Lists sauerkraut and fruit as sources of Vitamin C.
- Lists liver and carrots as sources of Vitamin A.
- Thinks vitamin D has some of the strongest evidence and is worth considering.
- Notes that Vitamin K2 pairs well with vitamin D by regulating calcium and bone mineralization.
- Notes that Vitamin C is one of several supplements with human evidence.
- Recommends taking vitamin D supplements with some fat to maximize its absorption, suggesting with food or a teaspoon of olive oil.
- Notes that taking vitamin D3 with a fat-containing meal resulted in 32% higher peak blood vitamin D levels.
- Recommends taking Vitamin D in the morning or at lunch with fat.
- Notes that Boron improves vitamin D.
Ben Greenfield · Vitamin E · neutral
- Mentions a recent study showing no significant increase in bleeding for patients on Vitamin E supplementation during open heart surgery, which was interesting for him to learn.
- States that vitamin C is extremely important for collagen turnover and cites orthopedic data showing that 500 mg to 1 g of vitamin C can reduce the rate of complex regional pain in total knee replacements and wrist fractures.
- Notes that Vitamin D is actually a hormone and recommends patients aim for levels around 40 to 50, or even 60 for fracture healing, for optimal healing, as opposed to just above 20 which is considered normal.
- Notes that Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that supports healthy skin cell turnover.
- Mentions vitamin C as part of a bare-minimum protocol.
- Mentions vitamin D as part of a bare-minimum protocol.
- Advises getting vitamin D levels between 60 and 100 nanograms per milliliter as a minimum step for overall health and to slow down heart disease.
- Notes that while vitamin C has significant value, the optimal dose is a vexed question, and high doses might not always be beneficial, potentially blunting the hormetic effects of exercise.
- Notes that IV vitamin C has been used for decades for cancer patients with almost no standardization and that he receives many questions about its effectiveness and combination with chemo.
- Has been taking Vitamin D3 K2 for over a decade.
- Notes that sunlight influences more than just vitamin D production.
- Recommends keeping vitamin D levels high, suggesting that a supplement is probably not a bad idea, especially given that many people are deficient due to spending most of their time indoors.
- Recommends getting enough vitamin D for blood pressure management.
- Recommends Vitamin C for skin repair post-tattoo.
Dr. Mark Hyman · Vitamin D · recommends
- Recommends Vitamin D for health, stating that amazing things happen when patients' vitamin D statuses reach optimal levels.
- Mentions vitamin D as an existing biomarker that plays a role in mental health, which Function Health includes in their measurements.
- Notes that vitamin D plays a role in immune function.
- Mentions that vitamin A levels can be looked at to get a deep sense of what's happening with nutrient levels.
- Recommends vitamin C as a basic supplement during detoxification to help with inflammation and detoxification.
- Recommends checking vitamin D levels and states that if they had to pick one single intervention for immune health, vitamin D would be it.
- Dr. Hyman discusses vitamin D in relation to sun exposure patterns.
- States that vitamin D supplementation can help with oxidative stress.
- Dr. Hyman mentions vitamin C as an advanced therapy for skin repair.
- Mentions topical vitamin C as an antioxidant that can help skin with aging.
- Mentions that what they do when a cold comes on is not just vitamin C.
- Mentions vitamin D as a key nutrient for supporting immune function.
- States that vitamin D is probably the single most important intervention for immune health, recommending levels of 45 to 70 and emphasizing testing to determine the right dose.
- Recommends taking 50,000 units of vitamin A for three to five days right at the onset of symptoms if one feels they might be getting sick.
Thomas DeLauer · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends taking vitamin C along with collagen about an hour before a workout for connective tissue benefits.
- Uses vitamin C as part of their immunity duo, stating it is important for boosting the immune system, especially during cold and flu season.
- Uses vitamin D3 in the fall and winter months when getting less sun, as it's important to supplement it then.
- Recommends taking a massive amount of vitamin D simultaneously with an early morning massive breakfast to help reset circadian rhythms and address hyperphagia.
- Recommends Vitamin D, stating that it has receptors throughout the brain and deficiency can quickly impact brain and mood.
- Takes supplemental vitamin D because he is skin sensitive and from northern latitudes, limiting his UV exposure.
- Recommends taking vitamin D on non-liver days to ensure both nutrients get proper receptor access.
- Recommends consuming vitamin C to aid in NADPH recycling, which is necessary for glutathione to be reused after neutralizing oxidative stress.
- Takes Purity's liquid liposomal vitamin C for immune support and overall wellness, finding it easy to add to water, juice, or take straight up due to its good taste.
- Takes Purity's liquid vitamin D3 with K2 because she is constantly inside during the day; D3 is for overall wellness and K2 helps the body absorb calcium properly.
- Compares the Vitamin C content of oranges (53mg) to guava (228mg), noting guava has 4x more.
- Recommends getting vitamin D, suggesting it can be obtained while walking.
- States that vitamin D is best obtained from the sun, but getting it from food definitely helps, and notes its role as a hormone influencing many cells.
- Recommends D3, suggesting a dose of 2000-4000 IU, and notes that MK-7 slowed bone loss over three years.
Bryan Johnson · Vitamin D · uses
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- Mentions that the sunlight assessment claims low vitamin D levels cause the immune system to misfire, and notes that their vitamin D has been measured.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for longevity.
- He takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- Takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for longevity.
- Takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning.
- Takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning.
- He takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- Uses Vitamin C as an example of how it would be great if people knew that when they took it, it had a measurable amount and wasn't polluted, which is what Brian ensures with his products.
- Applies vitamin C after showering.
- Takes 250 milligrams of Vitamin C.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick · Vitamin D · neutral
- Vitamin D supplementation was linked to a 40% lower risk of dementia in an observational study of more than 12,000 older adults.
- Mentions that vitamin D also plays a role in maintaining muscle mass.
- Recommends ensuring adequate vitamin D intake for men's sperm health.
- Vitamin D and strength training alone did not, but adding them strengthened the effect on one clock, with the full combination slowing that measure by ~3.8 months.
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Recommends Vitamin D, noting it regulates over 5% of the genome, including genes involved in immune defense, neurotransmitter synthesis, and longevity, and correcting deficiency may slow epigenetic aging.
- Uses Vitamin D3 as an example of a supplement that an AI model could track to see its impact on other metrics like glucose levels.
- Recommends Vitamin D, explaining that it regulates over 5% of the genome, including genes involved in immune defense, neurotransmitter synthesis, and longevity.
- Combining omega-3s with vitamin D and exercise has an additive effect, translating to ~3 months of slowed biological aging.
- The effect got stronger when omega-3 was combined with vitamin D and resistance training, with the full stack delaying phenotypic aging by about 3.8 months.
- Recommends nutrients like vitamin C for men to prioritize sperm mitochondrial health.
Andrew Huberman · Vitamin D · neutral
- Notes that most people are probably deficient in vitamin D and benefit from supplementing, but there's no point in doing it unless you're deficient for most things.
- Takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for longevity.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- States that Vitamin D is one of the critical nutrients with the best evidence for cognitive function and reducing the risk of dementia.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning.
- He takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for overall health.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning.
- Takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning for general health.
- Takes 5000 IU of Vitamin D3 every day for longevity.
- Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
- Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
- Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
- Takes 5,000 IU of Vitamin D3 in the morning.
- Recommends AG1, a vitamin, mineral, and probiotic drink, and notes that for a limited time, a subscription comes with additional supplements.
Peter Attia · Vitamin D · uses
- Lists vitamin D as one of her staple supplements.
- Notes that several studies show patients taking vitamin D can reduce TPO levels and prolong the honeymoon period of Hashimoto's disease.
- States that in mouse studies, there was a combined effect of alpha ketoglutarate with vitamin D for both sexes.
- Notes that in mouse studies, there was a combined effect of alpha ketoglutarate with vitamin A for male mice.
- Uses vitamin D as an example of how people might dismiss its efficacy due to failed clinical trials that didn't adjust the dose or measure levels.
- In mouse studies, Peter Attia's team found a combined effect of AKG with Vitamin D for both sexes.
- In mouse studies, Peter Attia's team found a combined effect of AKG with Vitamin A for male mice.
- Suggests that supplementing with lots of vitamin D might help overcome the negative effects of phenytoin on bone health by improving calcium absorption, though he is unaware of studies on this.
- Recommends Vitamin D3 as one of the 'big three' micronutrients for bone health, suggesting a daily intake of 800 to 1,000 IU, which can be obtained through sunlight or supplementation.
- Suggests that supplementing with lots of vitamin D might overcome the negative effects of phenytoin on bone health by counteracting increased catabolism of vitamin D and subsequent decreased calcium absorption.
- Recommends vitamin C as an important molecule for skin, noting its role as a precursor for collagen synthesis, a powerful antioxidant, and a regulator of complexion for even skin tone.
- Tried a vitamin C serum mixed with ferulic acid but stopped using it because she hated the smell. She notes that topical application of vitamin C far exceeds the levels achievable by ingestion for skin benefits.
- Recommends vitamin D for people who tend to be vitamin D deficient, such as those living in Portland, Oregon.
- Mentions that a lot of the profound transformation of a cell into a sperm, specifically the making of a tail, is vitamin A driven.
RAL Summary
Members OnlyTier 5 for Focus and Memory
Several large pooled reviews and long trials found that B vitamins including B6 do not improve thinking or memory, which meets the rule for an ineffective rating [1][2]. The one positive trial used a combination product, so it does not show that B6 itself helps [6].
- Not endorsed.
Where the evidence disagrees: 8 of the 14 human studies found no effect.
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Body systems: Nervous system
Combine with: To further enhance mood support and emotional balance, consider combining this supplement with Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA), which are vital for brain cell function and have anti-inflammatory effects beneficial for mood. An adaptogenic herb like Ashwagandha or Rhodiola Rosea could also be synergistic, helping the body manage stress and promote a sense of calm. Additionally, supporting gut health with a high-quality probiotic may contribute to overall emotional well-being through the gut-brain axis.
Possible side effects: No major side effects reported.
Supplement Facts
Total Carbohydrates 3 g · Vitamin A 2000 IU · Vitamin C 167 mg
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1-4 Teaspoon(s)
Servings Per Container 48
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
| Calories | 10 | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3 g | |
| Vitamin A | 2,000 IU | |
| Vitamin C | 167 mg | |
| Vitamin D3 | 133 IU | |
| Vitamin E | 42 IU | |
| Vitamin B1 | 7 mg | |
| Vitamin B2 | 7 mg | |
| Vitamin B3 | 12 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 7 mg | |
| Quatrefolic | 167 mcg | † |
| Vitamin B12 | 200 mcg | |
| Biotin | 167 mcg | |
| Vitamin B5 | 33 mg | |
| Choline | 20 mg | |
| Inositol | 27 mg | † |
| Bioflavonoids | 17 mg | † |
| Trimethylglycine | 33 mg | † |
| L-Glycine | 33 mg | † |
| Dimethylaminoethanol Bitartrate | 13 mg | † |
| N-Acetyl Cysteine | 5 mg | † |
† Daily Value not established.
Other ingredients: Water, Purified, Proprietary herbal Infusion, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Potassium Sorbate.
Directions: Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 times a day with food. May mix with water. Start low and increase gradually to full dose. Dose by body weight: 25-30 lbs 1tsp, 2 times a day 50-60 lbs 3 teaspoons, 3 times a day 90-100 lbs 4 teaspoon, 2 times a day
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