Natures Plus Source of Life Animal Parade Children's Chewable Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Supplement
Brand: Natures Plus Source of Life Animal Parade · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this supplement provides calcium, which plays a key role in your child's development. Our assessment is that while calcium is essential for growing bones, you need to be careful with dosing because the data on high intakes raises important safety flags [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your child's skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, helping teeth and bones grow strong. Calcium also helps muscles relax and nerves send signals properly throughout the body [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not provided. For calcium generally, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels 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].
Our recommendation
Talk to your pediatrician before starting this supplement. Calcium can reduce absorption of medications like antibiotics and thyroid medication, so timing matters [NIH ODS]. Stick to the dose on the label and avoid giving extra calcium from other sources without medical guidance [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Natures Plus Source of Life Animal Parade |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Animal Shaped 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