Max Drive Nutrition Turmeric

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health, but the specific dosage and formulation are not available on the label provided. Our assessment is that calcium is well-supported for maintaining bone density, but you should be aware of the risks associated with excessive intake [NIH ODS].

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a signal regulator for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone mineralization to keep your skeleton strong and helps your muscles relax and nerves communicate properly [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood and urine levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

Because the label data is not available, we cannot confirm the dosage of calcium in this product. We recommend you check the supplement facts panel for the exact amount of calcium per serving. If you already take calcium from other sources, be cautious about adding this supplement to avoid exceeding safe intake levels. Consult your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take any of the medications listed above [NIH ODS].

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