SmartyPants Adult Probiotic Complete Blueberry
Brand: SmartyPants · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that SmartyPants Adult Probiotic Complete Blueberry contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. Our assessment is that this product can help support your daily calcium intake, but you must be cautious about total calcium consumption from all sources, including food and other supplements [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is also critical for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, the FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
We recommend you check your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements to avoid exceeding safe levels. Be aware that 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 medications, separate your calcium intake by at least two hours. Consult your healthcare provider before starting this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | SmartyPants |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Gummy(ies) |
| Market Status | Off 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