The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium 1000 1000 mg
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but the specific product you are asking about — The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium 1000 — has data that is incomplete. We can only assess the ingredient calcium itself. Our assessment: calcium is essential for bone mineralization and neuromuscular function, but you must be careful with dosing and timing [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block your body uses to maintain strong bones and teeth. It also plays a key role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling. Your body does not produce calcium, so you must get it from your diet or supplements [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific report counts for calcium alone are not available in this data. 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] [FDA data]. Some research also suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin — take these medications at least two hours apart from calcium [NIH ODS]. Data not available for the specific dosage or form of this product. Consult your healthcare provider before starting.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 300.0 Softgel(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