Amazon Elements Calcium
Brand: Amazon Elements · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your bone health and nerve function, but the data also requires careful attention to dosage and potential interactions. For a general audience, the key is to meet, not exceed, your daily needs [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your skeleton. It supports bone density through bone mineralization and is essential for neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Safety data is mixed. While calcium is vital, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. 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]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for this product category [FDA data].
Our recommendation
We recommend you aim for your daily calcium needs primarily from food, as the data highlights risks with high supplemental intakes. If you take a supplement, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Always take these medications at a different time of day than your calcium supplement [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Amazon Elements |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 65.0 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