Nature's Plus Especially Yours

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this supplement provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health, but the data on overall benefits and risks requires careful consideration. For most adults, getting calcium from food is the preferred approach, and supplements should only be used to fill a verified gap in your diet. The data does not provide a specific dosage for this product, so you must check the label to see exactly how much calcium you would be taking.

How it works

Think of calcium as a key building block. It supports bone mineralization, helping to maintain bone density and strength, and it is also critical for neuromuscular relaxation, which means it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories, though specific report counts for this product or calcium alone are not available. The safety data for calcium shows that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very 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 urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

First, check the product label for the exact amount of calcium per serving. Before starting this supplement, review your total daily calcium intake from all sources, including food and other supplements. If you are taking any medications, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. We recommend discussing this with your healthcare provider to see if a calcium supplement is appropriate for your specific health needs.

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