New Chapter Women's Daily Probiotic 10 Billion CFU
Brand: New Chapter · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product's primary active ingredient, calcium, is well-studied for bone health. However, for a general audience seeking a probiotic, data on the specific bacterial strains in this product is not available. Our assessment is that while calcium is a critical mineral, you should not rely on this product for probiotic benefits based on the current data.
How it works
Calcium functions as a master builder for your skeleton. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, which is essential for maintaining strong bones as you age [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after contraction [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific data for this product is not available. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Very 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you take this product only if you are specifically seeking a calcium supplement. If your goal is gut health through probiotics, data on the specific strains in this product is not available, so you should look for a product with specific, researched strains. For calcium, take it with food and separate it from other medications by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | New Chapter |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegan 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