Best for Vegans
Garden of Life Vitamin Code Raw B-12
$13-$20The top vegan B12 pick from both Healthline and Good Housekeeping, with multiple third-party certifications including certified vegan. Uses methylcobalamin form with an organic produce blend for better real-food alignment.
what experts say
- >“Garden of Life's Vitamin Code line features B12 in its natural methylcobalamin form, which the body may retain better and longer than synthetic cyanocobalamin.”— Good Housekeeping
- >“Best vegan: Garden of Life Vitamin Code Raw B12 Capsules — multiple third-party certifications including certified vegan, features an organic produce blend.”— Healthline dietitians
- >“We like that one capsule can be taken with or without food — multiple third-party certifications including certified vegan.”— Good Housekeeping RD panel
pros & cons
[+] what's great
- +Certified vegan with multiple third-party certifications
- +Methylcobalamin form — naturally occurring B12 the body may retain better
- +Features an organic produce blend alongside the B12
- +Can be taken with or without food — flexible dosing
- +Top vegan pick from both Healthline and Good Housekeeping dietitians
[-] what's not
- -Pricier than conventional B12 supplements
- -Capsule form only — no gummy or liquid option in this line
- -Organic produce blend adds complexity for those who want pure B12 only
