NOW Sports Amino-9 Essentials Powder
Brand: NOW Sports · Form: POWDER [E0162]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains Calcium, which is essential for bone health and nerve function. However, the data does not provide specific details about the other ingredients in NOW Sports Amino-9 Essentials Powder. Our assessment is that while calcium is a well-studied mineral, you should be cautious about the total calcium you consume from all sources, including food and other supplements, to avoid exceeding safe levels [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a key structural component for your bones and a regulator of nerve signals. It supports bone density through mineralization and helps your muscles relax by aiding nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This makes it critical for overall skeletal health and proper neuromuscular function.
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, certain antibiotics (tetracycline and fluoroquinolone), levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available on the specific dose of calcium in this product. We recommend you check the label for the exact amount per serving. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level for calcium from all sources combined, and take calcium supplements separately from the medications listed above by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW Sports |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 330.0 Gram(s) 11.64 oz. |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- 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