MegaFood Bone Health
Brand: MegaFood · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium, the key ingredient in MegaFood Bone Health, is essential for building and maintaining strong bones. However, our assessment is that this supplement is best used to fill a specific dietary gap, not as a routine addition for everyone. The data on high calcium intakes raises important safety questions you need to consider before starting [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the primary building block for your skeleton. Its main job is bone mineralization, where it supports bone density and the deposition of minerals into your bone matrix. Calcium also plays a supporting role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after they fire [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, safety concerns are significant. Some research suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very 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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you first assess your daily calcium intake from food sources like dairy, fortified plant milks, and leafy greens. If you are consistently falling short, a calcium supplement like MegaFood Bone Health can help bridge the gap. To minimize risks, do not exceed the recommended daily amount without medical supervision, and take this supplement at least two hours apart from any medications you take [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | MegaFood |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 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