SmartyPants Kids Complete and Fiber
Brand: SmartyPants · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that SmartyPants Kids Complete and Fiber is a multivitamin supplement, but we are focusing on one of its key ingredients: calcium. Our assessment is that calcium is essential for your child's bone health, but you must be careful with dosing to avoid potential risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your child's skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements, but specific data for this product is not available. For calcium, safety concerns include that 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].
Our recommendation
We recommend following the label dosing for your child. Do not exceed the recommended amount, as calcium can interact with medications like tetracycline antibiotics and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. If your child takes any medications, consult a healthcare provider before starting this supplement. Data on the specific fiber ingredient is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | SmartyPants |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 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