MET-Rx Triple Omega
Brand: MET-Rx · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your bone health, but it comes with important safety considerations. For most adults, the primary goal is meeting your needs through diet, as high doses from supplements carry risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a cellular messenger. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all products in this database. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Excess calcium in your 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
Our recommendation: Do not rely on supplements as your primary calcium source unless advised by your doctor. Focus on calcium-rich foods first. If you take a supplement, be aware of the interactions with medications listed above. Data on the specific MET-Rx Triple Omega product is not available beyond its label [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | MET-Rx |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 240.0 Softgel(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