Dr. David Williams Digestive Enzyme Advantage
Brand: Dr. David Williams · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while calcium is an essential mineral for bone health, the specific formulation "Dr. David Williams Digestive Enzyme Advantage" lacks sufficient data for a full evaluation. Data not available for the specific product's efficacy or digestive enzyme content. However, based on the calcium content, we can provide guidance on its effects and risks.
How it works
Calcium plays a critical role in your body. Think of it as a structural builder and signal messenger. It supports bone mineralization, helping deposit minerals into your skeleton for density, and it aids neuromuscular relaxation, allowing your muscles to relax and nerves to signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels 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 [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Before starting this supplement, you should check with your doctor. Calcium can reduce absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you choose to use a calcium supplement, take it separately from these medications and monitor for side effects like constipation or nausea. Data not available for the specific benefits of this product's digestive enzyme blend.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Dr. David Williams |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Capsule(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