Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Somavera, personalization, or your subscription? Here are answers to the questions we hear most often.
Personalization
Is the diet analysis free, and do I need to sign up?
The analysis is free, and you can view your results without providing contact information or creating an account. After reviewing your results, you can choose to start a personalized multivitamin subscription.
What will my diet analysis show me?
You’ll see a personalized breakdown of your estimated vitamin and mineral intake, how it compares with recommended levels, and potential gaps in your diet. The charts show estimated intake ranges for individual nutrients.
How is my diet analyzed?
You answer a 2–3 minute quiz about foods you ate in the past 24 hours. We match your answers to dietary patterns in population data and use the nutrient intake levels associated with those patterns to estimate your vitamin and mineral intake. Different days of eating can produce the same analysis result when they match the same dietary pattern in our model. We compare these estimates with nutrient intake recommendations established by the National Academies.
How is my formula personalized?
We use your quiz answers to estimate the vitamins and minerals you get from food. We compare those estimates with established nutrient intake recommendations, then select a formula with doses designed to complement your diet and limit unnecessary excess.
Our reference targets are Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs), developed by the National Academies to meet the nutrient needs of nearly all healthy people—approximately 97–98%—within each age and sex group. These provide an established foundation for planning adequate intake. For nutrients without an RDA, we use Adequate Intake (AI) values.
How accurate is the diet analysis?
We estimate your nutrient intake using dietary patterns identified in population data. Accurate answers help us identify the pattern that best matches what you eat. The results help identify potential gaps in nutrient intake.
Aren’t all multivitamins designed to fill nutritional gaps?
Yes, but fixed nutrient amounts can leave some gaps unaddressed and contribute to unnecessary excess. Somavera selects your formula based on your estimated dietary intake, with doses designed to complement what you already get from food.
Why does dosage matter?
Higher doses don’t necessarily offer greater benefits. Alongside sex and life stage, your diet helps determine which nutrients you may need to supplement—and in what amounts.
Can I retake the diet analysis and update my formula?
Yes. You can retake the diet analysis at any time to receive a formula recommendation based on your latest answers. If your answers match the same dietary pattern, your recommendation may stay the same.
Product & ingredients
Who develops your formulas?
Dr. Kijoon Kim, a nutrition scientist and Professor in Residence at the University of Connecticut, leads the scientific work behind Somavera’s diet analysis and personalized multivitamin formulas.
Do you test for pesticides and heavy metals?
Yes. Our ingredients are tested for pesticides and heavy metals as part of our quality checks.
Where are your multivitamins made?
Our multivitamins are manufactured and packaged in California, USA.
Are your multivitamins whole food–based?
Most of our nutrients are sourced from whole foods and microorganisms. Your formula’s Supplement Facts lists the nutrient forms and sources.
Are your multivitamins vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free?
Our formulas are vegan, made with non-GMO ingredients, and free from gluten, soy, milk, eggs, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, and sesame. If you have other allergy concerns, please contact us before ordering.
Are your multivitamins FDA-approved?
No. The FDA does not approve dietary supplements for safety and effectiveness before they are sold. Supplements are still subject to requirements for safety, manufacturing, and labeling.
Can I take other supplements with my multivitamin?
Non-micronutrient supplements, such as omega-3s and probiotics, can often be taken alongside a multivitamin. Check with your healthcare provider before combining products, especially those containing additional vitamins or minerals.
How should I take my multivitamin?
Take one packet daily. You can take the pills together or at different times throughout the day. Taking them with a meal is recommended, but not required. Choose a routine that helps you remember to take them every day.
Subscription
How does the subscription work?
You receive a 30-day supply of personalized multivitamins with free shipping. Your subscription renews automatically every 30 days.
How can I manage my subscription?
You can pause, cancel, or reactivate your subscription at any time from your My Account page.
Shipping & orders
When will my order arrive?
Your order typically arrives within 5–10 business days, including preparation and shipping. First orders usually take a couple of days longer to prepare than renewal orders.
Where do you ship?
We ship to all 50 U.S. states. International shipping is not currently available.
Still have questions?
Contact us at help@somavera.com and we'll be happy to help.