NutriCology QuatreActiv Folate Plus with Enhanced Antioxidant Support
Brand: NutriCology · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that NutriCology QuatreActiv Folate Plus with Enhanced Antioxidant Support contains calcium, which is a mineral essential for bone health. For you, the key question is whether this supplement provides a safe and effective amount of calcium to support your daily needs. Data not available for the specific dosage of calcium in this product label, so we must rely on general calcium data.
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves function properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Safety data for this specific product is limited. However, FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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 need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our assessment: without specific dosage information from the product label, we cannot confirm if this supplement provides a safe or effective calcium level for you. We recommend you check the label for the exact calcium amount per serving. If you take any medications listed above, separate your supplement intake by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement regimen.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NutriCology |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 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