Nature's Sunshine Sunshine Heroes Probiotic Power
Brand: Nature's Sunshine Sunshine Heroes · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: The evidence shows that this product provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and nerve function. However, you need to be aware of the specific risks and interactions associated with calcium supplementation before adding it to your routine [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block — it supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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 [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
If you take this product, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin. Space your calcium intake away from these medications by at least two hours. Data on the specific dose of calcium in this product is not available, so you should check the label and speak with your healthcare provider to ensure you are not exceeding your daily needs [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Sunshine Sunshine Heroes |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Chewable Tablet(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