Nature's Way Alive! Vitamin C
Brand: Nature's Way · Form: POWDER [E0162]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral critical for bone health. Our assessment: you can benefit from calcium, but you must be careful with dosage. High intakes may carry risks, including potential links to heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural foundation for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is essential for neuromuscular relaxation and proper nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, for calcium supplements in general, side effects at high levels include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. High calcium in the blood and urine can also lead to poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, and low phosphate levels [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not provided [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake without medical supervision. You should be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Consult your healthcare provider before adding this supplement, especially if you take any of these medications [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Way |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.23 oz. 120.0 Gram(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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