Spring Valley Daily Probiotic 5 Billion
Brand: Spring Valley · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Spring Valley Daily Probiotic 5 Billion contains calcium as a key ingredient. Our assessment is that this supplement can support your bone health, but you need to be aware of potential risks and interactions. Data on the specific probiotic strain and its effects is not available from the provided data.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and a signal messenger. It supports bone density and mineral deposition through bone mineralization, and it also helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements in this category. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from high calcium levels include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these, take this supplement at a different time of day. Data not available for specific probiotic dosing or strain benefits.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Spring Valley |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On 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