Natural Healthy Concepts Optimal Magnesium
Brand: Natural Healthy Concepts · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but it requires careful management. Our assessment: you should approach calcium supplementation with caution, as the data reveals significant risks alongside the benefits. The optimal calcium intake for most adults is 1,000 to 1,200 mg per day from food and supplements combined [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural foundation for your body. It supports bone mineralization, helping to maintain bone density and strength. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, ensuring your muscles can relax properly after contracting and that your nerves signal correctly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes carry serious risks. Some research suggests high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you get your calcium primarily from food sources. If you do use a supplement, do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level of 2,500 mg per day from all sources combined. Always take calcium supplements with food and separate them from other medications by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Natural Healthy Concepts |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 240.0 Vegetarian 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