Nature's Plus Source Of Life Green Lightning
Brand: Nature's Plus · Form: POWDER [E0162]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Nature's Plus Source Of Life Green Lightning contains Calcium, a mineral with clear benefits for bone health. Our assessment is based on the specific data available for this ingredient. For a complete picture of this product, we would need a full ingredient list, but based on the data provided, we can evaluate the calcium component.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone density and mineral deposition through a process called bone mineralization. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after activity [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for the specific product's total adverse event count. However, for calcium specifically: some research suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but this number is not specific to this product [FDA data].
Our recommendation
If you are considering this supplement, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider before starting, especially if you take any of these medications. Without a complete ingredient list, we cannot provide a full safety assessment of this specific product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Plus |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 0.5 lb 230.0 g |
| 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