Life Extension Gummy Science Youthful Collagen Cherry
Brand: Life Extension Gummy Science · Form: GUMMY [E0176] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, our assessment is that you should be cautious with calcium supplementation. The data does not provide a specific dosage for the calcium in this gummy, and high intakes carry known risks. You should evaluate your total calcium intake from food and other supplements before adding this product [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though a specific count for this product is not available. The data warns that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to get your calcium from food first. If you do supplement, check your total daily intake to avoid exceeding safe levels. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Take any calcium supplement at least two hours apart from these medications. Data not available for the specific calcium dose in this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Life Extension Gummy Science |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 80.0 Gummy(ies) |
| 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