Country Life Prenatal Omega Mom
Brand: Country Life · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Country Life Prenatal Omega Mom contains calcium, a mineral essential for your health during pregnancy. Our assessment is that this supplement can help you meet your increased calcium needs, but the data requires careful attention to dosing and potential risks. Data on the specific omega-3 content in this product is not available.
How it works
Think of calcium as a builder and messenger for your body. It supports bone mineralization, helping to deposit minerals into your skeleton to maintain strong bones for both you and your developing baby [NIH ODS]. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, which helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Very high calcium levels can cause serious side effects including 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]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total calcium intake from all sources — food, other supplements, and this prenatal formula. To avoid the risks of high intake, do not exceed the recommended dietary allowance without your doctor's guidance [NIH ODS]. If you take any of the listed medications, separate your calcium dose by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. We recommend you discuss this supplement with your healthcare provider to ensure it fits your individual needs.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Country Life |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Softgel(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