Pure Vegan Digestive Enzyme Complex
Brand: Pure Vegan · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a well-studied mineral essential for bone health and nerve function. However, the Pure Vegan Digestive Enzyme Complex product you asked about does not list calcium as an ingredient. Data not available for this specific product's ingredients beyond the label information provided. For general calcium guidance, our assessment is that it plays a critical role in your body, but you must be careful with dosing and timing [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your skeletal and nervous systems. It supports bone mineralization, helping you maintain strong bone density, and promotes neuromuscular relaxation, which is essential for proper muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium 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]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because the Pure Vegan Digestive Enzyme Complex does not contain calcium based on the data provided, we cannot make a specific recommendation for this product. For general calcium supplementation, start with dietary sources first. If you take a calcium supplement, take it separately from thyroid or antibiotic medications by at least two hours to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. Have your blood levels checked before starting any new supplement regimen.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Pure Vegan |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Vegetable 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