Nature's Plus High Potency Chewable Iron Cherry Flavor
Brand: Nature's Plus · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium, the key mineral in this supplement, plays a vital role in your body, but you need to be cautious about intake. For general bone and nerve health, calcium is essential, but high levels can pose serious risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and a messenger. It supports bone mineralization, helping maintain strong, dense bones, and it also aids in neuromuscular relaxation, which means it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available on specific adverse events for this product. However, the broader FDA data shows a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in the blood and urine 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
You should be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin. Because the data on this specific product’s effects are not available, we recommend you speak with your doctor or a registered dietitian to determine if calcium supplementation is right for you, especially if you take any of these medications [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Plus |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Tablet(s) |
| 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