Nature Made Iron 65 mg
Brand: Nature Made · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that iron is a critical mineral for your body, but the specific product Nature Made Iron 65 mg is not directly covered by the data provided. Our assessment is based on the mineral iron's general profile. For the ingredient calcium, data is available, but for iron specifically, data is not available in the provided materials.
How it works
Think of iron as a key component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. For calcium, which is a different mineral, it acts as a master regulator for bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition, and also aids in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for the iron product specifically. For the mineral calcium, the data shows 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 received a total of 592059 adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Data not available to provide a specific recommendation for Nature Made Iron 65 mg. For calcium, the data indicates that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, so you should take these at different times [NIH ODS]. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature Made |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Tablet(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