Sundown Omega-3 Gummies
Brand: Sundown · Form: GUMMY [E0176] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment is that Sundown Omega-3 Gummies, while a popular supplement form, present a significant data limitation. The evidence shows that the primary active ingredient data available is for calcium, not omega-3 fatty acids. For the specific benefits of omega-3s from gummies, data is not available from the provided information. This makes a direct, evidence-based recommendation for this specific product challenging.
How it works
The provided data describes how calcium works, not omega-3s. Calcium supports your body through bone mineralization, helping to build and maintain bone density, and through neuromuscular relaxation, which aids in muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. How the omega-3s in this gummy product function is not described in the provided data.
Safety profile
Based on the FDA Adverse Events data, there have been 592,059 total reports across all supplements, but this number is not specific to this product or omega-3s [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium, side effects from high levels can include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also interfere with medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. Side effects specific to Sundown Omega-3 Gummies are not available in the provided data.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to proceed with caution due to the lack of specific data. Because the provided information focuses on calcium rather than omega-3s, you cannot verify the efficacy or safety profile of this specific gummy product from the data given. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider before starting this supplement. For a more reliable option, consider a supplement where the active ingredient (like omega-3) has complete data available. Data not available for the omega-3 content of this specific product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Sundown |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 50.0 Gummie(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