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Latest three-month snapshot through 2026-08-05 · 1 wave. Use the controls above to change the window.
Greens & Daily Wellness Supplements · 1 wave · n=90 answers, pooled
How often each model brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| model | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 0% | 0 of 30 |
| Claude | 10% | 3 of 30 |
| Gemini | 20% | 6 of 30 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | 10% | 9 of 90 |
Recurring descriptions in the models' own words, grouped by theme.
“Thorne Basic Prenatal is highly recommended by OB/GYNs and fertility specialists because of its high-quality ingredients, particularly its use of **active methylated folate (L-5-MTHF)** rather than synthetic folic acid (important for the 30% to 40% of the population with MTHFR ge”
“Thorne Basic Prenatal is widely considered a gold standard because it uses highly bioavailable, active forms of nutrients—specifically methylated folate (L-5-MTHF) and methylated B12, which are crucial for those with MTHFR gene mutations. It also uses iron bisglycinate, a form of”
“**Methylated Folate (L-5-MTHF):** Crucial for women with the MTHFR gene mutation who cannot properly absorb synthetic folic acid.”
“* **Quality and Purity:** Thorne is globally recognized for its rigorous third-party testing and clinical standards, making it a highly reliable and safe brand compared to the current safety risks associated with Live It Up.”
“| **One A Day Prenatal Advanced** | About **$30 for 60 days** (~$15/month) | Includes **800 mcg folic acid, 200 mg DHA, and 110 mg choline**—the same choline amount as Thorne—but requires two pills/day.”
“**Thorne Basic Prenatal** is widely considered a gold standard because it uses highly bioavailable, active forms of nutrients—specifically **methylated folate (L-5-MTHF)** and **methylated B12**, which are crucial for those with MTHFR gene mutations.”
“Exceptionally Clean Formula**”
“**Thorne Basic Prenatal** is widely considered a gold standard because it uses highly bioavailable, active forms of nutrients—specifically **methylated folate (L-5-MTHF)** and **methylated B12**, which are crucial for those with MTHFR gene mutations.”
“** It is most worth it if you tolerate capsules, prefer a formula without botanicals, and your OB/midwife is comfortable with its high iron dose.”
“* **Critical Nutrients:** Thorne Basic Prenatal provides essential, highly bioavailable nutrients required for fetal development that greens powders lack in sufficient doses.”
65 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone. Recent quotes are deduplicated and mixed across models.
“frequently cited as a top pick specifically for its iron content”
“Pick: Thorne Basic Prenatal. It is the more purposeful, evidence-aligned daily supplement—especially if you're pregnant, trying to conceive, or could become pregnant”
“Get the Thorne Basic Prenatal”
“It's the better single daily supplement here—especially if you're pregnant, trying to conceive, or nursing—because it is specifically formulated to cover key prenatal needs such as active folate, choline, and iron.”
“Pick Thorne Basic Prenatal if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, or nursing.”
“For people who want research-backed, bioavailable nutrients without unnecessary fillers and don't mind swallowing 3 capsules a day, it's widely considered one of the better prenatals on the market — one reviewer summarized it as "better tha”
“Thorne Basic Prenatal is a solid prenatal—but it is purpose-built for people trying to conceive, pregnant, or nursing.”
“yes, it's a good prenatal—but not a complete "one-bottle" solution, and it may not be worth a premium price for everyone.”
“Widely considered a "gold standard" in the clinical and wellness space, Thorne is frequently recommended by OB-GYNs, fertility specialists, and functional medicine practitioners. However, while its ingredient quality is unmatched, it does h”
“It's a good product for its niche — it contains well-absorbed, tissue-ready vitamins and minerals, and the formulation is gentle on the stomach and non-constipating — but if you're not pregnant, trying to conceive, or nursing, it's simply t”
“Unless you are currently in one of those maternal stages, a prenatal is not suitable for daily wellness. It contains a very high concentration of iron (45 mg) and specific nutrient ratios tailored exclusively for fetal development, which ca”
“**Thorne Basic Prenatal is not a greens powder**; it is a capsule-based multivitamin.”
“Taking a prenatal vitamin with high iron when you do not need it is unnecessary and can cause stomach upset, constipation, or even iron toxicity over time.”
“Here is exactly why this is the correct choice for you, along with a crucial safety warning that completely dictates which one you must buy:”
Which competitors models suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
21 of 65 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| mamasselect.com | 8 |
| clarityhealthcenters.com | 7 |
| thorne.com | 5 |
| healthline.com | 2 |
| target.com | 2 |
| ringly.io | 2 |
| parentdata.org | 2 |
| 5wpr.com | 1 |
| illuminatelabs.org | 1 |
| pinnaclebradenton.com | 1 |
| iherb.com | 1 |
| lifespanvault.com | 1 |
Stores and sites models name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| Thorne (direct) | 10 |
| iHerb | 4 |
| eBay | 3 |
| Woot | 2 |
| Walmart | 2 |
| Amazon | 1 |
| Vitacost | 1 |
| nhc | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.