Thorne Basic Prenatal
by Thorne
"Practitioner-grade prenatal with methylfolate and chelated minerals — the prenatal that functional medicine doctors recommend"
Overview
Thorne Basic Prenatal is the practitioner-grade prenatal vitamin that addresses the limitations of mainstream prenatals. It uses methylfolate (5-MTHF) instead of folic acid — critical for the estimated 40% of women with MTHFR gene variants who cannot efficiently convert folic acid. Iron is provided as iron bisglycinate (gentle, well-absorbed), and all minerals are in chelated forms for superior bioavailability. Thorne is the supplement brand trusted by Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and the U.S. Olympic teams. The 3-capsule serving allows for flexible dosing.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Methylfolate (5-MTHF) | 1000 mcg DFE |
| Iron Bisglycinate | 45 mg |
| Vitamin D3 | 1000 IU |
| Iodine | 150 mcg |
| Choline | 25 mg |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- Methylfolate (not folic acid)
- Iron bisglycinate (gentle, well-absorbed)
- Chelated minerals throughout
- Thorne practitioner-grade quality
- NSF Certified for Sport
What Could Be Better
- 3 capsules per serving
- Premium price ($32-40)
- No DHA included (add separately)
- Only 30 servings per bottle
Who Is This For?
Best For
- MTHFR mutation carriers
- Those wanting methylated prenatal
- Practitioner-recommended prenatal
- Iron-sensitive women (bisglycinate is gentle)
Not Ideal For
- Budget prenatal seekers
- Those wanting DHA included
- Those preferring one-a-day format
Our Verdict
Thorne Basic Prenatal is the prenatal that functional medicine doctors recommend — methylfolate for MTHFR variants, iron bisglycinate for gentleness, and chelated minerals for absorption. The premium price reflects genuinely superior ingredient forms.