CytoSport Monster Amino Blue Raspberry
Brand: CytoSport · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that CytoSport Monster Amino Blue Raspberry contains the ingredient Calcium. Our assessment is that for most people, a calcium supplement is only necessary if you cannot meet your daily needs through food. The data indicates that the primary role of calcium is in bone health, but it is not a muscle-building or energy-boosting ingredient in the way many amino acid products imply. You should evaluate your total calcium intake from all sources before using this product.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. Its mechanism involves bone mineralization, where it supports bone density and mineral deposition. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories, but specific report counts for this product are not available. Data on calcium safety shows that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you do not use this product as a primary source of calcium. The data suggests you should get calcium from food first. If you do take a calcium supplement, limit your total intake and be aware of the potential for interactions with other medications. Always check with your doctor before starting a new supplement, especially one containing calcium [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | CytoSport |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 13.2 oz. 375.0 Gram(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide