Nutrition Now Calcium Gummy Vitamins
Brand: Nutrition Now · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your body, and this gummy supplement can help you meet your needs. Our assessment: For most adults, a daily intake of 1,000–1,200 mg from all sources is recommended, but you should check your diet first [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your bones and teeth. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, for calcium supplements in general, 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]. The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all dietary supplements [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by reviewing how much calcium you get from food. If you need a supplement, take it with food and separate it from medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin by at least 2 hours, as calcium can reduce their absorption [NIH ODS]. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without a doctor’s guidance.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nutrition Now |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Gummy Vitamin(s) |
| 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